Vanguard University

The Athlete: Katherine is a key returner to the Vanguard softball program?had a terrific freshman campaign on the mound, leading the Lion in appearances (30), wins (11), ERA (2.25), innings pitched (115.1), striekouts (89), and opponents' batting average (.222)?came to Costa Mesa from Los Osos High School in Rancho Cucamonga, California?graduated in 2009 with a 3.1 GPA?played for Head Coach Cam Heald?named second team all-league?also earned rookie of the year honors as a freshman?led Los Osos to the CIF semifinals as a senior?also played Volleyball in high school?has played softball for 14 years?played on the club circuit for eight years, including most recently with Team Smith?right-handed pitcher, who can also slide over and play first base?workhorse mentality on the mound?should build on her success in 2010?bats right-handed, and will do anything to help the team?will play an essential role in VUSC's success this spring.

The Person: Katherine was born on September 20, 1991, in Upland, California?parents are John and Beth?has two older sisters?major is Business Marketing?enjoys eating at "Del Taco"?favorite movie is "The Hangover"?loves the color pink and number 13?roots for USC and the Dodgers?sports hero is Andre Eithier?loves to eat cookies from the caf?thinks that compassion, honesty, and kindness are important?most respects teammate Kim Skoglund?softball has taught her how to be responsible?wants to work as a field researcher anthropologist, and travel the world to study cultures.

Her Thoughts: My favorite thing about Vanguard is the opportunities it provides for people to flourish.