Megan Ryan Class: Sophomore Hometown: Fair Oaks, Calif. High School: Bella Vista HS Height / Weight: 5-8 / 160

California: 2011 (Freshman): Competed on Cal's freshman 8+ that won at the Pac-10 Championships and at the Big Row against Stanford.

Personal: Rowed for Capital Crew and won the Coaches Award in 2006 ... took first in the four at the Southwest Junior Regional Championships ... also came in fifth at nationals in 2010 ... parents are Tim and Lisa Ryan, and they both attended Cal ... mother, Lisa, played tennis at Cal ... has one sister, Lindsay ... boasts a 2K PR of 7:26 ... lists skiing as a hobby ... undeclared major.

The best thing about Cal crew is: Being part of a team that is very supportive and constantly pushes you to the be the best you can be.