The University of Mississippi Athletics
GET TO KNOW: Danae King
1/27/2015 | Softball
In anticipation of the 2015 season, OleMissSports.com is bringing fans of Ole Miss Softball and the Rebel Nation a look at the players who will make up the latest incarnation of the Rebels on the softball field.
We'll take a look at what makes each player unique, how they came to choose Ole Miss as their home and family for their collegiate career and what they hope to do after college.
Danae King
Fr., IF, HS
Peoria, Arizona
Major: Undeclared
1. What made you choose Ole Miss and why?
I chose Ole Miss because of the atmosphere. I felt I could learn a lot being in the South, and the campus is like a home away from home. I knew it was the right fit because the academics and athletics have perfect balances and everyone here cares about my success
2. What are your goals for the season?
I want to grow as a person and athlete. I also want to help my put Ole Miss Softball on the map and win SEC tournament.
3. Where do you see yourself in ten years?
I see myself living in Arizona with my awesome husband and 2 or 3 children. I also see myself, being extremely successful with my career, Possible Psychology.
4. What's something that most people don't know about you?
My first word was Barney.
5. If you could meet anyone living or dead, who would it be and Why?
I would like to meet Beyoncé, because she is a powerful person. She is confident, a risk taker and she is just awesome.
6. Do you have any superstitions that are habits before the game?
I chew gum before the game.
7. If you had a day off from softball, what would you do?
I would do homework and go hit, and watch Netflix and relax.
8. What is your favorite class at Ole Miss and why?
My favorite class would have to be Sociology because we talk about a lot of controversial topics it makes you think about different perspectives.
Favorite movie: 21 Jump Street
Favorite band/singer: Beyoncé
Favorite TV show: Gossip Girl
Favorite book: Anything by Nicholas Sparks
Favorite food: Chicken Alfredo
Place to eat in Oxford: Proud Larry's
Favorite Pro Athlete/Sport: Reggie Bush
Favorite Pro Team: Dallas Cowboys
Favorite Sport other than softball: Badminton
