University of California Athletics

Ramirez enters her first season at Cal as one of the most promising freshmen despite having only run cross country for a year.

High School: Was selected Torrance HS's 2000 Athlete of the Year...two-time team MVP of her track and field team...holds the school record in the 800m (2:16.77) despite only running that distance as a senior...finished third in the 800m at the CIF finals...her high school was the 2000 Ocean League champion in track and field.

Personal: Born March 1, 1982, in Carson...parents are Ben and Fely Ramirez...undeclared major.

Kim Ramirez Class: Sophomore Hometown: Carson, CA High School: Torrance