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Division 1 softball
Division 1 softball
For four years I played softball for North Dakota State University. Go Bison! Each season took me down a different path, from learning what hard work means my freshman year to leading the team my senior year.
Those years gave me the skills to move on to a career in academics. I was able to mentor my teammates, serve my community, and learn from an incredible group of faculty and staff at NDSU.
Because we lived in North Dakota and the softball season is from February - June, we got to travel every weekend for the first 8ish weeks to warm places. In total, we traveled to over 25 different states including Hawaii, Florida, Maryland, California, Washington. My proudest moments as a Bison were when we defeated Alabama (ranked #2, 2016), Oklahoma (ranked #10, 2017), and LSU (ranked #10/11, 2018).
Professional softball player
Professional softball player
Summers 2018 & 2019 – My Division I softball career led me to play professionally in the Netherlands for two consecutive summers with Terrasvogels. Competing internationally was an incredible experience that allowed me to travel, immerse myself in different cultures, and gain a deeper appreciation for global perspectives. This experience broadened my understanding of how language shapes communication and reinforced the idea that, despite cultural and linguistic differences, human experiences and connections are universally shared.
Graduate assistant coach
Graduate assistant coach
2018 - 2019 – I concluded my competitive softball career as a graduate assistant coach for UNLV Softball, where I gained insight into the strategic and operational aspects of managing a collegiate team. Beyond coaching, I mentored student-athletes as they balanced academic and athletic demands. This role deepened my appreciation for leadership, teamwork, and the complexities of guiding a team toward a shared goal.
Youth softball pitching instructor
Youth softball pitching instructor
2021 - present – Since moving to the Twin Cities, I have been dedicated to coaching young athletes (ages 8-12) in fastpitch pitching. I run clinics, free for attendees, for the Eden Prairie Fastpitch Association, helping young players develop foundational skills and confidence in their abilities. Now in my fifth year, I find the most rewarding aspect to be witnessing the excitement and pride in young athletes as they master new techniques and grow in their abilities.
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