Katie Tomasello Class: RS Senior Hometown: Germantown, Md. High School: Damascus Height: 5-4 Position: Main Base

As a sophomore in 2004: Member of competitive cheer team that placed second at NCA Nationals in Daytona Beach, Fla.

As a freshman in 2003: Member of Maryland's first competitive cheer team

Before Maryland: Graduated from Damascus High School in 2003... gymnast at Frederick Gymnastics Club for 18 years... made Maryland state team six years in a row... traveled to nationals three years in a row... state tumbling and trampoline champion in 2001.

Personal: Kathleen Tomasello...daughter of Kathy and John Tomasello... has two siblings - one brother, Scott, and one sister, Kelly... enjoys gymnastics, the Redskins and working out... says competing is always a big thrill, she loves competing, pressure and showing off her hard work... chose Maryland for academics, sports and location... both parents attended Maryland.