Linfield University Athletics

FRESHMAN
Appeared in three games for the Wildcats.
 
ALHAMBRA HIGH SCHOOL
Scholar Athlete.
Superintendent Honor Roll.
Played softball and volleyball.
.437 batting average, .988 fielding percentage.
Two-time All-League First Team.
Defensive Player of the Year.
 
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Majoring in exercise science.
Daughter of Sean and Robin Sullivan.
 
WHAT ARE THE REASONS YOU CHOSE TO ATTEND LINFIELD? The energy and atmosphere of not only the campus, but also the softball team seemed to really be what I was looking for in a school. I knew that coming from a small town and small school it wouldn't really make sense for me personally to attend a bigger University with class selection being limited and the overwhelming sensation of the number of students. It also just provided me with that hometown feeling, which was exactly what I was looking for.
 
WHAT DOES BEING A STUDENT-ATHLETE AT LINFIELD MEAN TO YOU? 
I take pride in knowing that I am blessed with the opportunity to be a part of this amazing program. I've been a student-athlete for my whole life and know how difficult it can be at times, but I truly believe that it teaches so many useful skills that not many people have. whether it be time management, teamwork, or a strong mindset, all will be highly useful in the world after sports. I know that being a student-athlete will allow me to have an upper hand on others in my career, as I will continue to learn what it is to be great for the others around me and push myself harder than ever.
 
HOW HAS PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS MADE YOU A BETTER PERSON? 
Participating in sports has impacted my life in so many amazing ways. It has taught me to be selfless and be an amazing player for my teammates and coaches. Also, being a leader in both the high school and travel level has taught me to discipline myself to be a good role model for others. It has showed me how to communicate and work with my teammates on a deeper and more emotional level and how to ride the waves of emotions that come with it.
 
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 10 YEARS?
In 10 years, I hope to be in the profession of physical therapy, preferably working with younger children and athletes. Ideally, this will lead to me opening my own practice and being in control of my own scheduling and other aspects that come with it.
 
WHAT'S THE BEST LINFIELD CLASS YOU'VE TAKEN AND WHY?
Anatomy is the best class that I've taken at Linfield so far. Although it is one of the hardest classes I've taken, it has been my first big step into exploring exercise science and confirmed that this is what I want to do in the future. 
 
WHO HAS BEEN THE GREATEST INSPIRATION IN YOUR LIFE? WHY HAS HE OR SHE BEEN SO INFLUENTIAL?
My parents have definitely been the greatest inspiration in my life. They have taught me to be hard working, compassionate, and driven with all things in life. They’ve shown me what it is like to apply yourself and be intentional in life and have encouraged me to be the best version of myself. They’re truly the biggest light in my life and I'm not sure where I would be without parents like them. 
 
THE GREATEST PRINCIPLE OR LESSON THAT I'VE LEARNED WHILE COMPETING IN ATHLETICS AT LINFIELD HAS BEEN...
I have grown to learn that working hard, applying yourself, and being humble is the best way to gain the respect of others. 
 
AS A LINFIELD STUDENT-ATHLETE, MY GOALS INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY FOR MY TEAM ARE...
For all of us to improve in the areas that we are working on, whether that is offense, defense, running, or in the weight room. I love to see my teammates achieving their goals!