From her roots in Toronto, Canada, she cultivated a diverse athletic background, excelling in sports ranging from hockey to tennis. As a Canadian U12 and U18 singles national champion in tennis, she demonstrated early talent and determination. Pursuing her passion for tennis, she earned a sociology degree while playing D1 tennis at the University of Oklahoma. Throughout her collegiate career, she achieved remarkable milestones, including being a 2x All-American, Big 12 Newcomer of the Year, and NCAA singles finalist in 2023.

Her team's historic achievements at the University of Oklahoma, reaching the NCAA finals twice and maintaining an impressive 33-0 home record, underscore her contributions to collegiate athletics. After graduating and briefly pursuing a professional tennis career, she recently transitioned to pickleball, embracing a new challenge with enthusiasm and determination.