Get to Know Kelly Beam – Ohio State Buckeyes
9/17/2009 12:00:00 AM | Field Hockey
A freshman from Louisville, Ky., Beam is excited to start her college career
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Kelly Beam joined the Ohio State field hockey team this fall after playing three years at Kentucky Country Day School in Louisville, Ky. At KCD, Beam scored 22 goals and added 14 assists for the Bearcats.
An all-around athlete, she also captained and played goalie for the lacrosse team, ran for the track and field team and was named 2005 Most Valuable Diver for the swimming and diving team.
Learn more about this new Buckeye below in a Q&A that shares her favorite food, songs and T.V. shows.
On the serious side …
Athletically, what are your personal and team goals this season?
“My personal goal is to gain some perspective of the college game and improve my stick skills. My team goal is to win the Big Ten tournament and make it to the NCAA tournament.”
Who has made the greatest influence on you as a student-athlete?
“My high school coaches Amy Charasika, Sheila Erk and Pat McAnulty.”
Now for some quick hits …
Nickname: Beam, Beamer, Jim
My OSU roommate for 2009-10 is: Lauren Granberg of the women’s soccer team.
Favorite Home-cooked Meal: Spaghetti and Caesar Salad
Growing up, my wildest career ambition was: To be a crop farmer
Who would play you in a movie? Katherine Heigl
My favorite song to work-out to is: Anything by Kid Cudi
Favorite class I’ve taken at Ohio State: I haven’t taken any yet, but I am thinking it will be African Literature.
Best part about road games: Snuggling on the bus.
Coolest place I’ve competed at: Ohio State!
Shows I always DVR: Gossip Girl and Manchester United Games
Top song on my MP3 player: “One Time” – Justin Bieber
I’m most proud of: Being an OSU Buckeye.
