Nicknames: Radl, Lucy

Curling start: "My introduction to curling began in high school. It was part of our winter physical education curriculum. Then after finishing college in 1989, I began curling at the Lodi Curling Club. At first, curling was just a social event for me. I enjoyed getting to know the game and meeting new people. Being a member in Lodi for nearly 10 years, I then decided to become a member of the Madison Curling Club. At that point, I started to take my curling game more seriously. Then in 2001, Team Mountford qualified in Utica, N.Y., for the Olympic Trials in Salt Lake City. That was very exciting."

What she enjoys most about the sport: "What I enjoy most about the sport is that you are constantly learning. The game is mentally and physically demanding. To others it may look easy, but the reality of curling is actually quite different. But what is probably the most enjoyable part of the sport is meeting fellow curlers. You get to hear so many stories."

Curling family: My father, Paul, and significant other, Joel Erstad, both curl, but I was initially introduced to the game by my high school friends and families. After joining the Madison Curling Club, I found that there were many competitive curlers that could teach me the finer points of the game."

In her own words: "In terms of the actual sport, I feel the best way to become successful is to learn from your peers and practice the basics: delivery, sweeping and communication. Once you take the time to learn the basics, you can stay focused in any game situation."

Curling goal: "My goal would be to represent the United States at the Olympics in women's curling."

Other sports: "After retiring from slow pitch softball almost two years ago, I took up the game of golf and love it. I also enjoy biking, traveling, and just spending time with family and friends."