Leah Spring

Elms College sophomore women's soccer and softball player Leah Spring (South Hadley, Mass.) was chosen as this week's female student athlete spotlight.

Spring, a nursing major at Elms, completed her first season as a member of the women's soccer program in the fall of 2010, and is currently in her second year with Elms' softball team.

In the fall of 2010, Spring was a stellar defender for the Blazers, helping the team notch a 6-2 record in New England Collegiate Conference (NECC) action in addition to adding a goal in an 8-1 win over Bay Path College. On the softball field, Spring has connected for five hits so far this season, scored seven runs, earned three walks and is 2 for 2 in stolen base attempts.

Briefly describe your favorite sports moment (playing or as a fan):

My favorite sports moment was when our 4x200 relay team came in second place at the Western Massachusetts state track meet.

Who has been your biggest influence in sports and why:

My biggest influence has been my grandfather because no matter what, he has always been loving and supportive.

Why did you choose to attend Elms College:

My favorite place to travel to is Rhode Island because it's beautiful and peaceful.

Where is the one place you would like to travel to in the future and why:

I'd like to travel to Ireland to see where my family is from.

What is your favorite sports book or movie: