For today's Membership Monday spotlight, we learn about Karen Heggernes and the Hamline University program.
Get to know the coach:
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Dream vacation spot: Honeymoon in New Zealand was amazing, but anywhere with good food and good people I am there!
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Favorite book: Harry Potter.
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Favorite food: Mediterranean food.
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Favorite movie: Princess Bride
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Childhood hero: Mia Hamm and the 99ers.
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Who would play you in a movie? Kate McKinnon
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If you weren't a coach, what job would you have? Teacher
Get to know the program:
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Do you have any pregame rituals/superstitions? A good cup of coffee when available.
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What song must be on the pregame warmup? Queen or Journey.
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What is your favorite lacrosse memory? In my first year of college, winning the championship and being named MVP of the game.
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What is 1 thing people might not know about your program? We have fun sock Fridays ... all socks are welcome.
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What was your top highlight about your team from last season? Winning the Conference Championship and representing Hamline and the MWLC at the NCAA Tournament.
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Where is your favorite place on campus? The third floor of the Klas Center, lots of great memories, banquets, and potlucks.
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What do you love most about your institution? The people I get to work with everyday, especially the lacrosse team.
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What is special about your program? We actively create an inclusive team environment with norms to guide us towards our goals.