Coach Montgomery on Chelsea: "Chelsea is very fast. She is learning how to run bases at the highest level. As she continues to learn look for her to score some important runs for us this season."

Chelsea Bio

Name: Chelsea Rangel

Nickname (and if there is a story behind it): no nickname

Superstitions (either one the field or off): I pray before every game

Why do you wear the number you wear: I was given #17

Best softball memory to date: jumping over the fence to catch and rob a home run

Something unique about yourself: I taught myself to multiply in 1st grade

What do you like to do away from softball in your free time: shop and hang out with friends and family

If you were stranded on a desert island, what three objects would you take with you: book about survival, blanket, an ax

Major and what you want to do after college: business management, own my own business and start chains

Why you chose Louisiana Tech: It's close to home and I love the environment

What has been the biggest challenge of college life so far (either on or off the field): time management

What is your favorite professional sports team: New Orleans Saints

Who is your favorite professional sports figure: Jennie Finch

If you could be on any reality TV show, which one and why? Fixer Upper so I could fix houses

Besides playing softball, what is your next best talent? running

Growing up, what was one of your mom or dad's favorite sayings. "I love you"

Tell us something unique about your hometown: Bossier City, La. We have a boardwalk

What is the best book you have read in the last few years: the Bible