University of Denver Athletics

Honors and Awards
2021 CTCA Division I Scholar All-American Honorable Mention
 
2021:
Made her collegiate debut at the Pleasant Prairie Central National Qualifier in Pleasant Prairie, Wis., on Sept. 4 but didn’t finish the race after crashing on the bike portion … Placed fifth at the Oktoberfest Sprint in Longmont, Colo., on Sept. 19 (1:07:25) … Did not finish the St. George Western National Qualifier in Hurricane, Utah, on Oct. 30 after a bike crash … Came in 33rd at the Collegiate National Championships in Tempe, Ariz., on Nov. 13 (1:11:31) … During the spring season at the Clermont Challenge in Clermont, Fla., placed 11th in the national development race on March 5 (1:05:20) and came in fourth in the D-I collegiate super sprint race on March 6 (33:19.2).
 
Before Denver:
Previously competed for MMTT triathlon club in Chicago and was on the national team in 2021 … Swim club was Madison Aquatic Club … Senior Athlete of the Year as a senior in high school … Academic All-Conference selection in cross country in 2019 … Captain for her cross country and track and field program … Helped lead the cross country program to the state championship in 2021 … Was a varsity swimmer, cross country and track runner all for years of high school … State champion in 500y and 1000y freestyle swims when she was 12 years old.
 
Personal:
Born on Oct. 9, 2002 ... Daughter of Corey and Tina … Has one sibling, Nick … Chose DU because it is beautiful with so much to do, and for the opportunity to attend an academically competitive university and compete for an amazing triathlon program … Enjoys traveling, being active and hanging out with friends … Hopes to become a real estate agent following graduation … Likes pop, hip hop and rap music and staying up to date on the latest trends with the genres … Favorite quote is “Nothing is given, everything is earned.” … Also likes to watch basketball, hockey and football … Went on a mission trip to Belize in summer 2019
 
Why DU:
“I chose DU for its strong academic programs along with its very decorated athletic programs. I felt like I would be pushed to my best potential both in the classroom and on the race course, which was very important to me. I also absolutely love the location of DU. As a student, you have the ability to experience the city life but also are able to take some time for yourself on peaceful hiking trails around the city.”
 
Why Triathlon:
“I grew up as a very competitive swimmer. I practiced nine times a week for many years. Once I got to high school, I discovered track and field. I ended up loving running way more than I thought I would and eventually became a full-time runner, which made my swim career come to an end. I still swam as cross training for running but never raced. I then discovered triathlon which was the best of both worlds. I was able to combine my love for swimming and running into one sport! Not only is the training tons of fun, but the triathlon community is the most welcoming, supportive and fun community I've ever been a part of.”