Canes' Corner with Eryn Croft

CORAL GABLES, Fla. — Canes’ Corner is a Q&A series looking at the 2013 Miami volleyball team.

Each day leading up to the beginning of volleyball season on Aug. 30, a new Canes’ Corner will be released giving @CanesVB fans a chance to get to know their favorite playerss.

This edition of Canes’ Corner features sophomore defensive specialist Eryn Croft.

Name: Eryn Croft
Hometown: Gainesville, Fla.
High School: Gainesville High School
Major: Exercise Physiology/ Pre-Med

I committed to Miami over other schools because: of the great tradition in both sports and academics.  I love the family atmosphere.

When I think of Miami volleyball, I think of: an extremely strong program with a lot of heart and dedication. 

My favorite part of being a Hurricane volleyball player is: the opportunity to play with and against some of the best athletes in the nation. I also love how you can have an instant family

If I had to describe the team in one word it would be: hilarious

Coral Gables is different from my hometown because: Gainesville is a small town where everyone knows everyone and it’s a lot more country

The biggest adjustment from high school to college has been: the long hours. We are going all day trying to compete and train at the highest level in the gym and classroom.

When I committed to the University of Miami, I felt: extremely excited

I love volleyball because: it’s such a fast paced and competitive sport that takes a lot of heart.

My favorite moment in my volleyball career was: beating FSU at home last year when they were in the Top 10

I started playing volleyball at age: 12

Favorite Athlete: Tim Tebow or Lebron James

Favorite Professional Sports Team: Miami Heat

Favorite Meal: pulled pork sandwich with okra and a sweet tea

Favorite Candy: dark chocolate

Favorite Movie: Bridesmaids

Favorite TV Show: Scandal

Favorite Music Artist: Justin Bieber, Beyonce and Jason Aldean

My first pet was: a boxer puppy

My favorite place on campus is: Starbucks

My favorite University of Miami alumni is: Patti Stanger from Millionaire Matchmaker

The farthest place from home I’ve been is: Vietnam

If I could be any celebrity, I would be: Beyonce

My favorite class at UM has been: Contemporary Moral Issues

My favorite car is: Ford Raptor or Ford King Ranch F150

If I could take a vacation anywhere in the world, I would travel to: Greece

In my spare time, I like to: go to the beach

My favorite sport to watch on TV are: football and gymnastics

My nickname is: Ern (pronounced earn)

My pregame ritual is: listen to music to get pumped up