THIS YEAR: One of three seniors, Adriana Ramirez will again see time in the midfield and defense ... Is very strong ... Sees the field well and is technically developed.

2007: Appeared in all 20 games, starting four of them as a junior ... Served primarily as a defensive midfielder ... Did not register a point.

MESA CC: Played two seasons at Mesa College in San Diego, Calif. ... Named Pacific Coast Conference Player of the Year as a 2005 sophomore.

HIGH SCHOOL: Prepped three varsity seasons at Valhalla High in El Cajon, Calif., graduating in 2004 ... Was a two-time All-CIF selection, earning first team honors as a 2004 senior after leading the Norsemen to the CIF title ... Was a two-time All-South Grossmont League selection ... Team was the CIF runner-up as a 2003 junior.

OTHER: Born Aug. 28, 1986, in San Diego, Calif., to Melissa Ramirez ... Majoring in communication with a minor in marketing and would like to go into advertising after graduation ... Enjoys the beach.