Once again in 2021-22, Virginia Lottery presents "Inside the Nest", a series of profiles of UMW Athletics student-athletes and staff. The latest featured student-athlete is senior Emily Shively of the women's basketball team!

Name: Emily Shively

Sport: Women's Basketball

Hometown: McLean, VA

Major: Business Administration with a Sports Management Minor

Favorite Class:

Events and Facility Management

Favorite Professor:

Professor Oxford

Favorite part about being a UMW student-athlete:

The amazing teammates I have gotten to play with over the years who have become my best friends.

Favorite thing to do in Fredericksburg:

Eat out at local restaurants.

Fun fact about me:

Soccer was my main sport most of my life until I chose to fully commit to basketball in my junior year of high school.

Favorite UMW memory:

Beating CNU my freshman year. The energy in the gym was unmatched to anything I have seen.

What has playing at UMW meant to you:

UMW has given me the best basketball memories and experiences that I will never forget.

Post-graduate plans:

To work for a major sports team, league or event.

I would like to thank:

My parents for always supporting me in everything I do on and off the court.

What do you think is the most important characteristic in being a good teammate?

Supportive