Christy Ringgenberg

Nickname: "Ringgenbergerstienenhoffermeister"
Height/Weight: 5'8, 140 lbs.
Age: 24
Birthplace: Madison, Wisconsin
Current Team: Minnesota Valkryies
Position: Center/Fullback
Past Teams: University of Minnesota
Rugby honors earned: 2 times Collegiate All American
      '05 MVP U23 ITTS
International Caps: 7 caps on the US National 7s squad
College: University of Minnesota
Years playing rugby: 3
Occupation: Student
Favorite Pre-Game Music: Drowning Pool, "Step up"

Get to Know Christy

How did you get involved in rugby?
"I quit soccer and needed something to do so I thought rugby looked fun."

Other interests:
"Any sort of sport."

Favorite rugby memory:
"I was asking to kick for post during Senior side ITT's and I put my hands together as in asking for the tee. The ref said 'what the heck does that mean?" and my team laughed and said "what do you want a bowl of soup?" Embarrassing and really funny."

Rugby mentors/inspirations:
"Jen Sinkler has always been a source of advice and inspiration." Coaching influence: Martha Daines.

Favorite Motto/Saying:
"Everything you learn here is a tool in your tool box. Choose to lock some of it away. "