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Name: Maria Malone
High school: Hollidaysburg Area
Hometown: Hollidaysburg
Sport: Softball
Position: Pitcher
College choice: Penn State Altoona
Other colleges considered: IUP, Pitt-Bradford, Pitt-Greensburg, Saint Vincent, Mount Aloysius
Why I picked PSU Altoona: "Because it's close to home and I knew I wanted to go there when I got on campus.''
Greatest high school achievement: "200 career strikeouts and counting.''
Former coach Heather Perry's quote: "Maria has a true love for the game and has been devoted to the sport from a young age. She relentlessly works at her craft as a pitcher and always strives to grow stronger as a player. She has also inspired many young girls in the community as she has worked with them to pass along her talents. I can't wait to see how her hard work pays off at the next level.''
How I got my start playing softball: "My older cousins played baseball.''
Favorite college growing up: Penn State
Other interests: Kayaking, reading, hiking
What getting to play in college means to me: "Continuing to grow as a person.''
Probable college major: Criminal Justice
Parents: Rob and Cathy Malone