SOPHOMORE (2008): In General - Started in all 20 games played as a defender. Statistically - Recorded two assists for two total points ... placed seven of 10 shots on target. Other Highlights - Served up the game-winning assists against VMI in Flagstaff, Ariz., and at Idaho.

FRESHMAN (2007): In General - Played at the University of Montana ... started 10-of-17 games played at forward and midfielder. Statistically - Recorded one goal and one assist for three total points ... took 14 shots placing six on target.

HIGH SCHOOL:  In General - 2007 graduate of Timberline High School in Boise. Honors - Named 2006 SIC Player of Year ... first-team All-Southern Idaho Conference and Academic All-State honors for three straight years. Club - Played club ball for Boise Capitals Soccer Club ... team won four straight state cup titles and advanced to quarterfinals of the Far West regional twice.   

ACADEMICS:  Majoring in elementary education ... Academic All-WAC as a sophomore.

Question and Answer with Malia ...

Q: If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
A: I’ve always wanted to go to Ireland. My family is Irish and my grandparents have been there a few times. I’d love to go with my grandma when I graduate.

Q: Who has been the biggest influence in your life and why?
A: My parents because they’ve always supported me even if they sometimes disagree with my decisions. I value my dad’s opinions about sports because he’s been through what I’m going through now.

Q: Something that many people don’t know about you is?
A: I’m very independent and stubborn, but I am also a big goofball, very loyal and up for anything.

Q: What is your favorite sport besides soccer?
A: Track and I enjoy watching hockey.

Q: When you were growing up, what brought/drew you to soccer?
A: I think I tried every sport when I was little but I had the most fun with soccer. When I got older the other sports started to drop off and soccer was the last one standing.

Q: Your hero in life is?
A: People who stand up for what they believe in.

Q: Your favorite TV show is?
A: Gray’s Anatomy and One Tree Hill.

Q: When you were little you wanted to be?
A: A chef and a veterinarian.

Q: Your motto is?
A: You always have to try something once.

Q: One word that best describes you?
A: Dorky.

Q: Your autobiography would be titled?
A: Malia who?

Q: What made you decide to come to Boise State?
A: It’s my hometown and I’ve always had a lot of pride for Boise and the Broncos.

Q: What has surprised you most about college and why?
A: I’m surprised about how fast it’s going. I never thought it would be over so quick.

Q: What’s your favorite class and why?
A: My favorite classes are my education classes. They’re always so much fun and the people in the classes are amazing.

Q: Since coming to Boise State, you’ve learned?
A: There is always something fun going on, you just have to be willing to try new things.

Q: Your favorite thing about the city of Boise is?
A: Community; Boise puts on a lot of events and it’s amazing to see how much support there is around here.

Q: What do you like best about the coaching staff in general?
A: They coaches know how to have a good time and joke around with us. It’s not always serious.

Q: What do you like best about the team in general?
A: I feel that we are all one unit on and off the field. You never feel like you’re the freshman or the senior. Everyone gets along well.

Q: What two schools do you see as Boise State’s main rivals?
A: Hawaii and Fresno State.

Q: Which teammate would win “America’s Most Talented,” and why?
A: Kaylea, she’s a good singer and dancer.

Q: Which teammate would win “America’s Next Top Model,” and why?
A: Andrea because she knows a lot about hair and make-up and would know what to do if thrown in that situation.

Q: Which teammate would win “Survivor,” and why?
A: Jayne. She’s very outdoorsy.