The former California All-American, who completed her collegiate career in June 2008, returned to Berkeley to join head coach Dave O'Neill's staff as the Director of Student-Athlete Development for women's crew.
California: 2008 (Senior) Earned second-team All-America honors after stroking Cal's varsity eight to a fourth-place finish in the NCAA Championships at Lake Natoma in her hometown of Gold River, Calif.; Cal finished third overall at NCAAs...stroked the Golden Bears' varsity eight to the Pac-10 title, and Cal won the overall conference championship, also at Lake Natoma...was selected honorable mention Pac-10 All-Academic. 2007 (Junior) Rowed in the second varsity 8+ that placed first at the Pac-10 Championships and second at the NCAA Championships. 2006 (Sophomore) Stroked the second varsity 8+ that placed first at the Pac-10 Championships and second at the NCAA Championships...awarded Pac-10 All-Academic honorable mention. 2005 (Freshman) Stroked the second varsity 8+ that won the Pac-10 Championships and placed second at the NCAA Championships.
Personal: Graduated with a psychology major and an English minor...played two years of volleyball in high school...was the MVP in 2000 and earned the coaches award in 2001...rowed for Capital Crew, winning the 2003 and 2004 coaches award...hobbies include traveling, cooking and photography...parent are Lori and Robert Rediger...has two siblings, Justin and Arielle.
The best part about being on Cal crew is: Having such amazing teammates. We all work so hard to reach our team goal and always approach each day with a competitive attitude. This team does not have a core group that carries everyone else; rather the talent on this team is widespread and everyone plays a critical role in our success.
The best part of the University is: Being surrounded by excellence. The University has world-renowned professors, intelligent students, and great coaches and dedicated athletes.
My greatest achievement/finest moment was: Being a part of Cal's first ever NCAA Rowing Championship in 2005. The win helped to set a new standard of training and discipline for the team which then enabled us to win the championship again in 2006.
I chose Cal because: It offered me everything I was looking for in a college - great academics, a competitive rowing team and a unique place to live.
What sets Cal apart: The Cal culture emphasizes greatness in all facets of life whether it be in the classroom, at work or on the field. As a result, it is a very inspirational community to be a part of.
