What led you to play field hockey?
I was four, and wanted to play football like my brother but I was too small. I would run out on the football field trying to play. So my mom knew I needed to do something so she signed me up for the req league at our local ymca. My first game I remember running down the field I shot and scored and immediately feel in love with the game. The game just hooked me from the start.

Who is your biggest inspiration and why?
My mom. She’s been there for the wins, the injuries, the long practices, and the messy days. She’s the reason I know how to fight through tough moments and still show up with confidence.


What does field hockey mean to you right now?
It’s more than a sport—it’s my launchpad. It gave me a college education, a business (AS3), and a platform to change the game for the next generation.

What was it like to represent your country? How did it feel?
Wild. At 19, I was one of the youngest players ever named to an Olympic roster. Walking out in Paris with “USA” on my jersey—and scoring my first Olympic goal—was something I’ll carry forever.

What is your ritual before and after the game?
Before: music up, tape on, visualize. After: decompress, ice, and usually find coffee or food with my teammates and then a very long nap. I love my naps.

How is a normal day in your life?
Classes, practice, lift, film, meetings for AS3, maybe a TikTok or brand shoot squeezed in. I like being busy and building something beyond the field.

What makes you happy?
My family, coffee, my teammates, and seeing little kids light up when they learn new skills. That feeling when they realize they can play this game—it’s everything.

What do you do besides field hockey?
My favorite thing to do is shop nap hang out with friends and family. I love to travel my favorite thing to do is when we travel to Belgium I always have to go to mango and buy my jeans. They have the best. I also love designing things such as helping my mom design each room in the house or creating

How do you stay “on top of your game”?
Consistency. I take care of my body with training and recovery, but I also protect my mental health. Having ADHD, I’ve learned how to turn my hyperfocus into an advantage, especially under pressure.

What do you still want to achieve as an athlete?
Another NCAA championship, LA 2028 Olympics, and more importantly, leaving the sport better than I found it.

How do you see the evolution of field hockey in the coming years?
The game is getting faster, more creative, and, finally, more visible. Social media and NIL are giving players like me a chance to push field hockey into spaces it hasn’t been before.

What does it mean for you to be an Osaka ambassador?
Being an Osaka athlete is the perfect match. Osaka is bold, creative, and not afraid to stand out—that’s exactly how I want to play and live.

How has Osaka influenced your career as an athlete?
The Pro Tour stick is part of my game now. But it’s more than gear. Osaka has given me a global platform to tell my story and connect with players everywhere.

What prompted you to team up with Osaka?
Because I don’t do boring, Osaka stands out, just like I try to. When the opportunity came up, it felt like a partnership where I could actually build something, not just wear a logo.

What is your most important advice for a beginner athlete?
Stop comparing yourself. Everyone’s path is different. Focus on your growth, enjoy it, and remember why you started.

What would you tell your younger self?
Trust yourself. People will doubt you, question you, and even try to box you in. Don’t listen, just play your game.

Anything else you want to add?
Field hockey is still growing in the U.S., and I want to be part of the generation that makes sure kids everywhere get a shot to play. If I can inspire others to be fearless—on or off the field—that’s the legacy I want.