At a glance
Name: Kayla Hayes
University: San Jose State
Sport: Softball
Number: 4
Year: Junior
Major: Sociology
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Q: When and why did you start to play softball?
A: I started to play when I was eight because my babysitter at the time was playing softball at UCSB and I wanted to be like her.
Q: What other sports did you play growing up?
A: Nothing really - soccer and gymnastics for a year.
Q: What has been your most rewarding experience off the field?
A: Hanging out with girls on the team and making life long friends.
Q: Why did you choose to attend SJSU?
A: I like the location, as well as what Coach Turner teaches and represents.
Q: What is your favorite childhood memory?
A: When I cut off my best friend's pony tail and hid it in my closet.
Q: What do you consider your greatest accomplishment so far as a student-athlete?
A: Receiving the Dean's Scholar Award and Academic All-WAC honors.
Q: What do you still hope to accomplish as a student-athlete?
A: Post-season play.
Q: What's on your iPod?
A: A little bit of everything, but I love me some country and classic rock! The Eagles, Kenny Chesney, The Rolling Stones, Tom Petty….
Q: What do you like to do when you are away from the field?
A: Hang out with my family and friends. Listen to music and eat!
Q: Name your favorite class…
A: Alternative lifestyles with Wiggsy.
Q: What is your game day routine?
A: Dance with my roommates to get the energy flowing.
Q: What are your expectations for your team this season?
A: To play hard every game. It's important for us to give it everything we have every time we step onto the field.
Q: What is your favorite television show?
A: American Idol
Q: Who has influenced you the most?
A: My dad. He's taught me the importance of heart and hard work.
Q: What do you want to do after college?
A: I'm not entirely sure, but I know I want to travel and work with kids.
Q: What is the best advice you have received?
A: Even when times are hard, it's important to never ever give up. Always find a positive in every situation
Q: Who is your favorite professional athlete?
A: Chase Utley
Q: If Hollywood were to make a movie about your life, which actress would play your role?
A: Cameron Diaz
Q: If you were to win a million dollars what would be your first purchase?
A: Lady Gaga tickets and then a car.
Q: Describe the perfect meal…
A: My mom's meatloaf, broccoli, potatoes and ice cold milk with frozen oreo's for dessert.