Vanguard University

The athlete: Ariel is back in the Blue and Gold for her senior season, her second campaign with VU?played in 25 games in '10-11, starting 15 of them?averaged 6.6 point and nearly two boards per game?led the Lions by shooting 86 percent from the charity stripe?joined the Vanguard Lions as a junior transfer from Foothill College in Los Altos, California?played two seasons for Coaches Craig and Cooper?was named All-Conference as a sophomore and was a Scholar-Athlete both seasons?prepped at Archbishop Mitty in San Jose, California?.graduated in 2008 with a 3.9 GPA?was named the Most Inspirational Player for Coach Sue Phillips?help lead her lead to 2 NorCal titles and a pair of State Championships?played club ball for the San Jose Cagers for five years?gives the Blue and Gold a very solid player who can play multiple positions?can shoot the three or put it on the deck?strong defender who can guard 2-4 positions?smart and crafty?expect another solid season from Castillo.

The person: Ariel was born on February 26, 1990, to parents Miguel and Denise?born in Mountain View, California?has one brother and two sisters?will major in Psychology at VU?likes eating any Mexican food and chocolate?favorite movie is "The Hangover" and TV show is "Gilmore Girls"?favorite color is blue and number is five?likes the Bible verse Philippians 4:13?hobby is baking?loves Fridays and Christmas?thinks honesty is essential?roots for the Golden State Warriors and Monta Ellis?most respects her father for his love for his family?has learned in life to try and love fully?hoops has taught her to never give up...career goals is to become a teacher and a coach.

Senior Reflection: Vanguard is a great Christian community, and my favorite memory is going to the NAIA National Tournament.

Coach Davis' comments: Ariel is an outstanding young lady. She is coming off an injury-plagued season last year. When she is healthy, Ariel is one of the best shooters in the GSAC.