Quick Hits
Full Name: Lilli Rein Benck
Birthdate: September 7, 1989
Birthplace: Hinsdale, Illinois
Parent: Tiina Ruus and David Benck
Siblings: Brother, Juri Benck (28)
Major: Biology


While with the Rams:

Using the Learning Curve: Benck spent last season as an apprentice in the stifling defensive unit, led by three-time All-CAA honoree Samara Stephen-Dowd

Tower of PowerListed at 5’10”, Benck is the tallest player on the Black & Gold roster. Her height provides a decisive advantage with balls in the air.  

Prior to VCU:

Everything gets a shot: Benck did not limit herself to only soccer at Radford. She also mixed in two years of basketball, two years of track and cross country and one year of swimming.  

The Fun File
Favorite store to shop at:
If I had the money, J. Crew
Which actress would play you in a movie:
Meryl Streep
If you could meet one living celebrity, who would it be:
Will Ferrell

Funniest Teammate:
Everyone is hilarious

Best place to eat in Richmond:
Little Mexico on Monday nights

Sport you would be playing if not soccer:
Golf

Best place to play in the CAA
(other than SportsBackers):
Mason had a nice field

Who wins the discussions (aka arguments) at home, Tim or Tiff?
Tiff, Sorry Tim!

What position will Layla Sahaydak grow up to play?
Goalie

Radford Rules: Benck helped lead the Bobcats to four straight district and regional championships, making a total of three state final appearances

Claiming the Commonwealth: During her junior season, Benck and the Bobcats captured the Group A Virginia State Championship

Accolades Aplenty:  Benck finished her high school career as a four-time All-State player, earning First-Team honors during her sophomore and senior years and Second-Team honors during her freshman and junior campaigns. She also was a member of the First-Team All-District and First-Team All-Region squads during all four years with the Bobcats.

Senior Leader: During her senior year at Radford, Benck was chosen as the team captain for the Bobcats.

Getting to Know Lilli

Benck and the Big Screen: Benck is a passionate movie watcher with her favorites being the comedy genre. Elf, Borat, Office Space, Anchorman, Space Balls and Juno are listed as some of her favorites

Outdoor Living: Being from the western Virginia area, it seems only natural for hiking and any outdoor activities to be listed as one of Benck’s many hobbies.  

Rain, Rain, Don’t Go Away: Another one of Benck’s loves include thunderstorms and the lightning that comes with it.



 

 

 

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