Linfield University Athletics

2025
Letter winner.
Started 21 matches.
Tallied 126 kills and 150 points.
Added 38 blocks, six of which were solo.
Named College Sports Communicators Academic All-District.

2024
Letter winner.
Played in 12 matches.
Recorded 51 kills for 1.38 per set.
Tallied 32 digs and 24 blocks.
Season cut short due to injury.
Dean’s List recipient.
 
MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
Lettered four times in volleyball and three times in track and field.
 
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Majoring in biomedical science.
Daughter of Kerry and Michael Mawdsley.
 
WHY LINFIELD? 
I am in love with the campus environment and location. Linfield has an amazing biomedical program, and I have the opportunity to play the sport that I love.
 
WHAT DOES BEING A STUDENT-ATHLETE AT LINFIELD MEAN TO YOU? 
I am dedicated to both my education and my athletics. However, I am fully aware that my education comes first, and I am prepared to make it my number one priority. 
 
HOW HAS PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS MADE YOU A BETTER PERSON?
Sports has given me a purpose and a true passion. I enjoy playing volleyball competitively and for fun. I have bonded with so many people and created lifelong friendships. Being a part of a team has taught me about teamwork, dedication, reliability, respect and countless more lessons. I am so thankful for every sports team and coach I have ever been a part of. 
 
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 10 YEARS? 
In the next 10 years, I will be in my second or third year of residency. I am planning to study to be an obstetrician and go through medical school. I would love to have a family of my own and a house. I am dedicated to making my dreams come true and I’m positive I will.
 
WHAT'S THE BEST LINFIELD CLASS YOU'VE TAKEN AND WHY?
Marine ecology! Learned so much about the oceanic environment and its impact on the world. We visited the Oregon coast to study ecosystems and species. 
 
WHO HAS BEEN THE GREATEST INSPIRATION IN YOUR LIFE? WHY HAS HE OR SHE BEEN SO INFLUENTIAL?
My greatest inspiration in my life is my parents. They both worked so hard to provide for my brother and I! They are successful, smart, present, and reliable! They have taught me so many skills that I continue to expand upon!

THE GREATEST PRINCIPLE OR LESSON THAT I'VE LEARNED WHILE COMPETING IN ATHLETICS AT LINFIELD HAS BEEN...
Being a good teammate doesn’t require playing time. Encouraging and pushing your teammates from the sidelines and in practice can be more beneficial and successful for the team. The team's success comes before all else.
 
AS A LINFIELD STUDENT-ATHLETE, MY GOALS INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY FOR MY TEAM ARE...
My goals for our team is to connect either one another, dominate during the season, and continually work hard! My goals for myself are much of the same, as well as push myself in places I am uncomfortable and adjust quickly!

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY OF BEING A LINFEILD STUDENT ATHLETE SO FAR?
Traveling with the team, playing music and dancing! I love when we all play games as a group and get to just hangout together!