Hannah Voogd is a forward for the Austin Packers soccer team.

Austin High School soccer forward Voogd talks about passion for her sport

Q: How did you originally get into your sport?

A: I started off as a gymnast, and I had a coach named Molly. I was 6 at the time, and she somehow convinced my mom to sign me up for soccer. Ever since I scored my first goal I’ve had a special love for the game!

Q: What’s your favorite sports memory?

A: My favorite memory was when we beat Albert Lea for the first time in seven years.

Q: What have you learned from playing sports?

A: Respect. That is probably the most important lesson I’ve learned from playing sports.

Q: What is the hardest part about your sport?

A: Keeping a solid mental state of mind and running. Definitely running.

Q: Who is your biggest sports role model and why?

A: Hope Solo is my role model because she’s been through so much in her life, and she’s fought battle after battle; and she’s still an amazing player with an amazing personality.

Q: What is your favorite movie or TV show?

A: “How I Met Your Mother.”

Q: What is your favorite subject in school?

A: Science.

Q: What is your dream job?

A: My dream job is to be a pharmycist.

Q: What is your favorite food?

A: HuHot!