Hattie Greenwood

Hattie Greenwood is the only daughter of two loving parents, the only girl among five children, and, as she puts it, number 4 in the starting lineup. Growing up in the country, she did whatever it took to keep up with her brothers: tending a wide variety of livestock, working as a cowgirl on neighboring ranches, competing in rodeo events, and playing plenty of football on the field. Rugby was not a sport in her family; her mother was a college softball player and her father a college wrestler.

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Her athletic path started in the gym as a competitive gymnast before she moved to the track as a hurdler and sprinter. Then she found rugby. Introduced to the game in the 8th grade by her cousin, Hattie instantly fell in love with the sport.

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Now in her fourth year at Life University, where she is finishing her master's in Positive Psychology, Hattie has become the glue for the Running Eagles. When two crucial players went out with injury during the CRAA 7s, she took charge, leading as captain and proving an attacking and defensive threat while putting her teammates away. Through every setback, she was Life's best leader and most consistently excellent player, carrying the team to a championship.

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Off the pitch, Hattie likes to live quietly and peacefully. Her Christian faith is the most essential aspect of her life, and throughout her rugby journey she hopes to use it as an opportunity to share the love of Jesus Christ with all those she is blessed to meet.