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Senior Spotlight: Desiree McGinley

Desiree is set to compete in the hurdles for the St. Louis Park girls track and field team this spring. She was a middle hitter on the Orioles' volleyball team last fall.

Editor's Note: Today is the first in a series of occasional features that will highlight senior athletes at both and . Look for more "Senior Spotlights" throughout the spring sports season.

Who was your favorite athlete growing up and why?

LoLo Jones, because she is an amazing hurdler.

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 How would you describe yourself in three words?

Fun, outgoing and nice

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 What is your favorite subject in school?

Math

 If you could be someone else for a day, who would you be and why?

My 3-year-old cousin, because she wakes up every day with nothing to be worried about and always has fun.

 What is your favorite quote?

"You miss 100 percent of the shots you don't take."

 What song do you listen to before games to get you pumped up?

"Baby" by Justin Bieber

 What has been the most exciting moment in your life so far?

Getting excepted into the U of M

 What are your plans next year?

Going to the U of M to become a physician's assistant

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