Linfield University Athletics

2025
Letter winner.
Competed in 14 matches for the Wildcats.
Recorded 47 total digs.

MOUNT HOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
NWAC Academic Excellence Award winner for 2024-25.
Two-time Defensive Player of the Week.
NWAC Top Ten for services aces.
 
MAZAMA HIGH SCHOOL
Honors Diploma recipient.
Four-time letter winner in volleyball.
2020-21 First Team All-Conference, All-Defensive Team.
OSAA Scholar Athlete Award as a sophomore.
2021-22 Second Team All-Conference, All-Defensive team.
Voted Most Inspirational and Team MVP for the 2021 season.
2022-23 OSAA Second Team All-State.
2022-23 First Team All-Conference, All-Defensive Team.
OSAA Academic All-State as a senior.
OSAA Scholar Athlete Award as a senior.
Team Captain as a senior.
Team placed 3^rd in the 4A Volleyball State Championships as a senior. 
 
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Majoring in communications.
Daughter of Casey & Sarah Rietdyk.
 
WHAT ARE THE REASONS YOU CHOSE TO ATTEND LINFIELD?
Before choosing Linfield, I was contacted by two other universities about playing volleyball, and it was tough to decide between the three. But after visiting Linfield’s campus, I fell in love with its small, welcoming atmosphere and beautiful buildings. What ultimately convinced me was the volleyball team! After practicing with them, I saw how competitive and supportive they were, and knew it was the right fit. I chose Linfield because I believed it would challenge me physically on the court and academically in the classroom, helping me grow as a person!
 
HOW HAS PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS MADE YOU A BETTER PERSON?
Sports helped me build character by learning discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. I've become more confident in myself and my abilities as well as strengthening my social skills! Playing sports has kept me physically and mentally sharp! I am forever grateful for all my coaches and teammates that have also played an important part in my life!

WHO HAS BEEN THE GREATEST INSPIRATION IN YOUR LIFE? WHY HAS HE OR SHE BEEN SO INFLUENTIAL?
The greatest inspiration in my life right now is my older brother. Over the past couple months he has faced an incredibly difficult life changing situation. Watching him navigate this journey has genuinely changed me and my family. I saw firsthand how much pain, frustration, and uncertainty he faced and yet he continued to show up, push himself, and fight for progress even when it felt impossible. His perseverance has influenced me in ways I never expected. I’m determined to give my absolute best this season for him to honor the strength he’s shown and the resilience he continues to build. He showed me that progress isn’t always linear, that setbacks don’t define you, and that determination can exist even in moments of fear or doubt. His journey has made me more grateful, more grounded, and more motivated. He inspires me to work harder, appreciate what I have, and never take any part of my life or abilities for granted. I am truly blessed to have such an amazing brother :)