2025 (Junior)
- Served up six aces in the first weekend of the season in matches with Marist, Liberty and Buffalo
- Tied her career-high with four aces in the 3-1 victory over Marist (Aug. 29)
2024 (Sophomore - at Central Arkansas):
- Played in six matches across 15 sets with one start
2023 (Freshman - at Central Arkansas):
- Played in 21 matches across 59 sets with four starts
- Tallied two kills and 12 aces
- Added 93 digs, averaging 1.58 d/s
HIGH SCHOOL:
- Two-time First Team All-Conference
- All-State honoree (2022)
- All-State Tournament (2022)
- 2021-2022 JVA watch list
PERSONAL:
- Daughter of Douglass and Patricia
- Father played football at Cornell
- Mother played field hockey at Kean University
- Previously has lived in Japan
- Gymnast for 10 years
KNOW YOUR KNIGHTS
Major: Exercise Science
I chose my major because: I chose Exercise Science because I fell in love with the recovery process during physical therapy. Going through it made me appreciate how the body heals and adapts, and I became passionate about learning how to help others move better, recover stronger, and perform at their best.
I chose Rutgers because…: I chose Rutgers University because it offers one of the most highly regarded exercise science programs in the country. Additionally, the genuine belief and support the coaches demonstrated in my abilities played a significant role in my decision. Their confidence in me motivated me to join a community where I could grow both academically and athletically.
I started playing my sport because…: I started playing volleyball after retiring from gymnastics because I quickly fell in love with the sport. Volleyball gave me a new sense of challenge and excitement, and I enjoyed the teamwork and competitive spirit it brought into my life. I loved being a part of a team.
One word to describe Coach Schweihofer: Transformational
Favorite Rutgers athlete, past or present: Isiah Pacheco
Favorite place to hang out on campus: O'Bagel
The person I most admire is and why: I admire my parents the most because of all they do, not just for me, but for everyone around them. Their hard work, constant support, and the way they handle challenges with strength and grace inspire me every day. They’ve taught me the value of kindness, perseverance, and putting others before yourself. I’m incredibly grateful for their sacrifices and the love they give so freely.
If I wasn’t playing volleyball, I’d be: If I weren’t playing my sport, I would be coaching it. I love the game so much that I would still want to be involved by teaching, motivating, and helping others grow just like my coaches have done for me.
Favorite professional athlete: Patrick Mahomes
Favorite professional sports team: Kansas City Chiefs
One word to describe myself on the court: Determined
One word to describe myself off the court: Empathetic
Few people know that I: I can do a really good Eric Cartman impression
Person who had greatest influence on my athletics career: Tanja Eckart
Favorite cereal: Cinnamon Toast Crunch
The movie I have watched the most in my lifetime is: Cinderella
The best actor/actress to play me in a movie is…: Florence Pugh
Favorite musician/group: Ella Langley
The first song I knew all the words to is: You Are My Sunshine
If I could turn any activity into an Olympic sport, I would win a gold medal at: Organizing
Famous people I have met include: Chase Rice, Robert Irvine
Rituals I have before, during or after a game are: Saying a prayer
Favorite all-time gift received: Necklace from my mom
Pets I had growing up were: Two black labs: Hunter and Moose
My favorite Halloween costume growing up was: Stephanie from LazyTown
The place in the world I would most like to visit is: Greece
The website I visit most often is: MyRutgers
My favorite teacher was: Kim Usery. She was my AP Physics teacher in high school.
The quote that most resonates with me is: "What a privilege to be tired from work you once begged the universe for. What a privilege to feel overwhelmed by growth you used to dream about. What a privilege to be challenged by a life you created on purpose. What a privilege to outgrow things you used to settle for."
If my life was a book, the title would be: Dark Horse
If I could choose any color when buying a new car it would be: Black
My spirit animal is: Dolphin
One thing on my bucket list is: Skydiving
Phone app you cannot live without: Facetime
