Major: Media Studies
Hometown: San Diego, CA
Career Highlights: Three-year letter winner for Track and Field
Biography: Murphy was a member of the track and field team for three years on the Hilltop. She came to USF from Torrey Pines High School in San Diego where she placed fourth in the 100m and 300m hurdles at the Palomar League Finals, and advanced to the San Diego Section California Interscholastic Meet in both events.
Why Murphy Chose USF: The awesome atmosphere and friendliness of everyone I met when I went up for my visit at USF was contagious, and I instantly knew that this was the place I wanted to excel and grow for the next four years."
Favorite USF Memories: "I loved having a team at USF because everywhere you go around campus, you always know someone. Seeing a friendly face in the crowd, waking up at 5:00 am for early morning practice runs or weight training, or being together during study hall hours, my teammates' friendships meant more to me than they'll ever know."
The USF Student-Athlete Experience: "The best thing about being a student-athlete at USF was the support system of coaches, assistants, directors and friends. There is always someone you can talk to about anything, and if you need help whether it be about athletics or school, there is always a helping hand or words of advice to help you make the best decision.”
Life After USF: Murphy currently lives in San Diego and works for Evolution Hospitality. In her free time, she likes to compete in marathon and half marathon runs every year.
PREP CAREER: Fourth in the 100m and 300m hurdles at the Palomar League Finals… advanced to the San Diego Section California Interscholastic Meet in both events… 100m hurdle personal best is 16.21 and ran 47.91 personal best in 300m hurdles… member of 4X100 relay team that finished second in the San Diego Section to advance to the CIF State Championship Meet… named the team’s scholar athlete in 2010 and 2011.
PERSONAL: Mallory Heather Murphy… daughter of John and Heidi Murphy… born in November of 1992… chose USF so she can excel in academics and athletics… interests include: going beach and hanging out with friends… has a brother Taylor, and a sister Ashley,… major is English.
