Shirlee Manoogian Class: Freshman Hometown: Holbrook, N.Y. High School: Sachem Event: Free / IM Birthdate: 05/05/1984

On Manoogian: Great competitor ... should be a great asset in the relay events ... can swim a variety of events but coaches say her best results may come in the sprint freestyle.

Before Maryland: Four-year letterwinner at Sachem in swimming and track ... four-time all-league, all-county, All-Long Island and All-American in high school ... gold medalist at the Empire State Games ... three-time New York state champion in the 100-yard freestyle.

Personal: Nickname is Shirlz ... a technical education major ... born on May 5, 1984 ... daughter of Charlie and Denise Manoogian.