Emily Train: Quiet classmate or rugby beast? Try both. After speaking with Train and her coach these qualities became visible. Emily Train has a rigorous daily routine. From reserved student to intrusive rugby athlete, Trains daily routine is unlike any known.

     Around school, Train seems to keep to herself and just try to get through the day. “I’m pretty quiet,” she said. “I do my own thing.” Few know, however, that this hushed exterior hides an aggressive rugby athlete inside. On the field Train’s work ethic and determination are all displayed in the eyes of views, teammates, and her coach. “She can scare people,” says Luci Betts, Train rugby coach. In the sports world, the word scare has a more symbolic meaning of intimidation. Other players going against Train see her as a threat, someone they need to lookout for, and be aware of.

    Once she dresses down and steps onto the rugby field, the switch is flipped. As a captain and two-time member of the all-state team, Trian’s voice appears palpable. Her teammates respect her for decision making and, coercive play calls. As a strong player on the field in the eyes of Luci Betts Train appears “being brave and smart when she plays.”

    Emily plays the position of scrum-half, which is similar to a quarterback in football. In this spot, she works hard to distribute the ball and make plays for her team.  During this physically demanding sport, there is no time for quiet.

    Lady Lions is a state champion team of hard-working girls from all over Linn and Benton counties. Together represent the community with character and a winning culture. “The team gets along well and has a fun time playing together,” Train said. Train describes her team as a lively, entertaining group of girls who all get along, and work well together to make the team successful.   

    Emily’s rugby coach, Laci Betts says “the character she brings to the team has a great impact.  Her ability to perform tasks when needed and execute on and off the field stands out.”

    When asked about her home life Train said she is fairly talkative. Being close with her younger sister and family member she has a foundation built in her life. Train said if her parents asked to describe her in one word they would most likely say “mean.” Surprised on this response Train added on, it has a more representative meaning of a sassy-mean. Also known as, the typical teenage girl.

    Emily Train isn’t just another face at West Albany. At first sight Train doesn’t appear like the loud and outgoing person that she is when she’s on the pitch. She changes with her surroundings. From silent classwork, to loud, fast pace play, Emily Train keeps the surprises coming.