SOPHOMORE
NWC Scholar-Athlete.
Finished in 18:11.7 in 4K at Linfield Harrier Classic on Sept. 3.
Raced to a 21:11.5 at Willamette’s Repeat Mile Run on Oct. 16.
Turned in a season-best 6K time of 26:57.2 at the NWC Championships on Oct. 30, where she placed 59th.
FRESHMAN
Raced a time of 17:48.8 at the Ash Creek Festival 4K.
Season best time in the 6K of 23:00.8 came at the Warner Pacific XC Classic.
Clocked in a time of 22:20.6 in the 5K at the Stumptown Race.
OAK HILL HIGH SCHOOL
Letterwinner in cross country and tennis.
Team captain.
Two-time District 1 1A Championship team member.
Placed sixth overall in District 1 1A Championship.
Helped start the track and field program at Oak Hill High School.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Majoring in nursing.
Daughter of Matilda and Kurt Kasitz.
Also a member of the Linfield track and field team.
WHY LINFIELD? I choose to attend Linfield because of the opportunity to pursue my athlete goals and keep competing past the high school level. Also, the size and smaller class sizes allow for better personal learning environment.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A STUDENT-ATHLETE AT LINFIELD? It means representing the Linfield name outside of the classroom and being part of a dedicated and goal driven team.
WHAT MAKES YOU AN INTERESTING STUDENT-ATHLETE? Throughout high school, I competed in three sports, two that my school offered, which were cross country, track & field, and tennis for my local 6A high school. I experienced triumphant wins and devastating losses. Both motivated me to be a better athlete and look for an even bigger goal. I have been a team captain for three years and understand the value of a strong team and how the can be reflected on the team’s performance.
WHAT IS NEXT AFTER LINFIELD? I do not have a set plan right now for my career, but I am looking in the nursing direction. Linfield is going to help me procure and achieve my goals in the classroom by the small class sizes, personal connection with the professors, and being surrounded by others that have the same passion for learning.
WHAT IS THE BEST CLASS YOU HAVE TAKEN AT LINFIELD? My favorite class at Linfield has been 211 Principles of Biology, because there a was in-depth lesson on plants.
WHEN NOT COMPETING IN SPORTS OR STUDYING FOR SCHOOL, I LIKE TO… Hike and cook.
WHAT HAS BEEN THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR LINFIELD ATHLETIC CAREER THUS FAR? The highlight of my Linfield career thus far has been getting the chance to meet and practice with the team!
