At Delaware: Expected to add depth on defense for the Blue Hens. 2006: Did not appear in any games as a freshman.

High School: Competed in lacrosse, soccer, and winter track at Chatham High School • four-year starter as a defensive wing in lacrosse • two-time honorable mention all-county selection and All-Iron Hills Conference • led team to North Jersey semifinals in 2004 and 2005 • head coach was former Delaware standout Jen (Root) Fleury • played midfield in soccer • two-time honor student.

Personal: Kara Ann Poggi (rhymes with “bogey”) • born May 3, 1987 • daughter of John and Susan Poggi • nursing major at Delaware • would like to work as a labor and delivery nurse • has worked as a volunteer certified emergency medical technician • has also worked as a swimming instructor during the summer • has an older brother and sister • grandfather, Ken Bassow, played college lacrosse at Rutgers.