Sydney Ford Class: Senior Hometown: San Francisco, Calif. High School: Saint Ignatius Prep Height / Weight: 5-10 / 175 Experience: 2V

California: 2007 (Freshman) Raced in the novice 8+ at the Pac-10 Championships.

Personal: Undeclared major...rowed for St. Ignatius crew in high school...enjoys reading and running...parents are Karen Cook and George Ford...has a sister, Annie.

I chose Cal because: Of the excellent academics as well as athletics.
What sets Cal apart: There is a unique balance between athletics and academics, making it an overall well rounded school, which is something that is very important to me.