University of West Alabama

I'm proud to be a Wildcat because: we don't stay in our comfort zones. 

What do you enjoy most about being a student-athlete at St. Kate's?: I enjoy the family atmosphere throughout the whole athletic department. The coaches in each sport support and encourage other coaches and players throughout the building. It is great to cheer next to other teams and get to know athletes in classes and see them do well at their sport and in the classroom. We all have a common goal to change the world. Right now, our coaches and other athletes are helping us to define our change and move forward without fear.

2017-18: This will be Rising's third season with the Wildcats. 

2016-17: As a sophomore, Rising was key to St. Kate's success both during the regular season and at the MIAC Championship. The sophomore qualified for finals and finished seventh in the 200 backstroke with a time of 2:10.96. Rising also clocked a career best time in the 200 IM at the MIAC Championship and and scored points for St. Kate's with an 11th place finish in the 100 backstroke. 

2015-16: In her first season with St. Kate's, Rising was a key member of the Wildcats relay teams and qualified for the MIAC Championships in multiple events. The backstroke specialist finished 13th in the 100 backstroke event at the MIAC Championships, eighth in the 200 backstroke, and 16th in the 200 butterfly.  She clocked career and/or season best times in all three races. 

High School: Rising was a five-year qualifier for the North Dakota state meet and placed in the top 16 three times. She was a four-year letter winner and was the team's most improved as a sophomore. Outside of swimming, Rising was an honor roll student and member of National Honors Society. She also earned the student of highest distinction honor and the Girl Scout silver award. She was also in French club and starred at the state band festival. 

Personal: Rising chose St. Kate's because she fell in love with the school on her visit and it offered the majors she was interested in. She plans to major in psychology and education:secondary. She ist he daughter of Cheryl and Scott Rising.