A crop of new Tigers is on the Plains and ready for the 2021 season. Follow along over the next two weeks as we re-introduce our 2021 class through a question and answer segment with each player.
Our final newcomer to be re-introduced to the Auburn Family is Eastern Michigan transfer and forward/midfielder Sabrina McNeill.
Hometown: Whitby, Ontario
Previous School: Eastern Michigan
High School: Henry Street
Birthdate: Apr. 24, 1998
Instagram: @sabrinamcneill6
Q: Who or what inspired you to play soccer?
A: My best friend inspired me to get good at it. I always loved to run around and be active, but my best friend got me to focus on soccer.
Q: What is your favorite soccer memory growing up?
A: I'd have to say my soccer tournament at Disney was my best memory. I went a week early and was able to go to all of the parks.
Q: What is your biggest accomplishment on or off the field?
A: One of my biggest accomplishments was being named the MAC Freshman of the Year at my previous school.
Q: Do you have any pre-match superstitions?
A: I don't have any pre-match superstitions.
Q: What were your biggest factors in choosing Auburn?
A: Competition. All of the girls are very competitive and create a good training environment.
Q: What is your favorite Auburn tradition?
A: Just saying 'War Eagle' is so meaningful, and I am happy to be a part of it for a season.
Q: What are you most excited about for the upcoming season?
A: I'm most excited to play with a great group of hard-working girls and great staff.
Q: If you could eat one meal for the rest of your life what would it be?
A: Sweet potatoes, ribs and cooked vegetables.
Q: If you could have any superpower what would it be and why?
A: I would want to be able to make things bigger, then I could supersize my food. I like baggy clothes, so I could adjust my clothes and shoes. I'd be able to shop in the kids shoe section and save money on shoes.
Q: What is your favorite movie or TV show?
A: The 100 or Divergent series.
Q: What major do you plan to pursue and what led you to choosing that subject?
A: I graduated with a bachelor's in physical education and minor in communication. I would love to coach soccer at the collegiate level one day.
Q: What are your biggest goals during your time at Auburn?
A: To help the team win the SEC and make it to the NCAA Tournament.
Q: What do you hope to do when your playing days are over?
A: I want to start a family after playing soccer after college for a few years.