UNIVERSITY CENTER, MI – This month's SVSU Women's Basketball "Get to Know" spotlight is freshman guard, Danielle Carriere. Danielle hails from London, Ontario and is the older sister of teammate, Katelyn Carriere. She is team captain and has already established herself as someone the Cardinals will rely heavily on this season and for years to come.

Below are a few comments from Head Coach, Jamie Pewinski, about Danielle Carriere:

"Danielle is an unbelievable player, student and person. She has a tremendous work ethic and a true desire to become a better player. I know for a fact that her teammates go to her with a lot of things and she has definitely made a positive impact on our program since her arrival.

She is one of the best shooters on our team, but it's the things she does that don't necessarily show up on a box score that we love about her. I think Danielle's best basketball is ahead of her and I have no doubt with her attitude she will continue to help us point our program in the positive direction. We are lucky to have Danielle here with us."

NAME: Danielle Carriere 

HOMETOWN / HIGH SCHOOL: London, Ontario / John Paul II Catholic

POSITION: G

HEIGHT: 5-9

JERSEY #: 24

Below are some of Danielle's thoughts about SVSU, her Cardinal teammates & a glimpse into what matters most outside of basketball:

What is the best part of campus?

Honestly, I love everything about campus…it's one of the reasons I chose SVSU

What is your favorite movie?

I would have to say it's a toss-up between Coach Carter and any of the Harry Potter's (I love that series)

What is your favorite music group right now?

I can't say I have one…too many to choose from I guess?

Favorite food?

My mom's lasagna…my mouth is watering just thinking about it!!!

Who is the best dancer on the team?

My sister will get mad but I have to say Aysha (Boston)

Who is your greatest inspiration and why?

My greatest inspiration is my mom because she always maintains a strong faith and is very, very courageous

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

Sudoku puzzles and hanging with my teammates!!!

What is your career ambition?

Well…right now I am in the early stages of my college career, but I have always wanted to teach math…I can definitely see myself doing that

Why did you come to SVSU?

I loved the campus and the basketball program was the right fit for me