Personal:
Daughter of John and Lisa Merkin, has one sibling, Drew (16).
Why did you choose Centre College?
I was recruited for softball, loved the campus, students and teachers, and it was great for academics.
What do you hope to do after graduation?
Go to physical therapy school and travel a lot.
What is your favorite inspirational movie?
The Rookie
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
Australia, because it is beautiful, the people are beautiful, animals are cool and they have the best accents by far.
What is your favorite softball moment?
Travel ball, summer before senior year - huge tournament in Colorado, elimination game. I hit a 2-run home run on a full count to win the game.
What is one interesting fact about you?
I''m from Atlanta and am a huge Atlanta Braves fan, but we moved to Los Angeles two years ago.
