Adele Roberts-White
Season(s) Played with the Divas: 2015
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Jersey Number: 66
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Position: OL
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Age: 33
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Height: 5-4
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Hometown: Strasburg, VA
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High School: Strasburg HS (VA)
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College: Lord Fairfax Community College
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Occupation: RN, Inova Health System
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Adele Roberts-White Q&A
Who was your childhood idol? Why?
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“Flo-Jo” (Florence Griffith Joyner)…she had everything a person could want. She was successful in her sport, had a husband who supported her passion and was also her coach, and had a family. |
Who is your biggest supporter?
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People thought I was crazy to try out for tackle football. I had to rely on my own strength. |
Who is your female sports idol?
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Gabrielle Reece. |
What are your favorite hobbies or special interests?
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Cycling, hiking, obstacle course 5K’s, cooking, and being the best parent I can be. |
What is your favorite movie?
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Serial Mom. |
What is your favorite TV show?
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The Golden Girls. |
What is your favorite travel location?
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So far, the Virgin Islands, but there are so many places I have yet to see. |
What is your favorite food?
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Berries. |
What is your favorite book?
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Midnight In the Garden of Good and Evil. |
Who is your favorite musician or group?
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Billie Holiday. |
What is your favorite quote?
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“Your mind is like a parachute – it only functions when open.” |
How would you describe yourself in three words?
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Driven, witty, caring. |
What was the first sport you ever played?
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Gymnastics. |
How did you hear about women’s football?
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Rachel Huhn and Becky Worsham coached my son’s football team. |
Why do you want to play women’s football?
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I have always wanted to play football…I just wasn’t aware of the opportunities available. I enjoy the sport. The skill and the discipline are what attracted me to play. |
What does it mean to you to be a D.C. Diva?
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Becoming a D.C. Diva has filled me with pride. I worked hard to prove my skill and become part of the team. I am proud to be part of a team that constantly strives to be the best and gives back to the community that supports them. |