Bella King ’26 played lacrosse growing up, and when she entered college in 2022, she began playing club soccer and field hockey. King is now the president of the women’s club lacrosse team, which is part of the Mid-Atlantic Women’s Lacrosse League, for the 2025-26 season. As president of the club team, she is responsible for scheduling games, delegating work, organizing fundraisers and facilitating team bonding events. King said she’s “hopeful for this season” and thinks the 30-member team is “even better than last season.” 

In addition to being president of the women’s club lacrosse team, King, a pharmaceutical business major with a minor in psychology, is also the president of the Pharmaceutical Industry Leaders of Tomorrow. In both positions, King demonstrates her drive and leadership abilities.  

Why did you want to become president of the women’s club lacrosse team?

I played a long time, and I knew that I could bring a lot of knowledge from my experience in the past to the team.

Who inspires you as a leader?

My mom and my dad. My mom has always been a “Don’t be a follower. Be a leader.”’ She has always told me, “If you don’t think something is right, don’t follow the pack.” They’ve always instilled in me to be different and think outside the box and do things that will make you be unique. And then my dad, he’s the hardest worker I know. He’s very selfless.

What has being president of the team taught you about your leadership style?

I definitely take input from my team to make sure everyone’s needs are met, but at the end of the day, you can’t be asking what everyone wants. You have to make the best decisions for the team.

Who is your favorite U.S. president?

George Washington.

What do you think is your best trait?

I’m super caring. A lot of times, I put other people before myself.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I really like to cook. I love photography. I love country music. I love Elvis Presley.

What talent would you most like to have?

Speaking another language would be cool.

What do you most value in your friends?

Checking in is something that’s really important to me.

What is your most treasured possession?

My cat.

What is something about you that might surprise other people?

I have the music taste of a 70-year-old.

What is one word you hope people on campus would use to describe you?

Hardworking.

What is your biggest worry right now?

Not getting a job.