Athlete Profile: Taylor Kolody

Hometown: Winnipeg Manitoba

What position(s) do you play: I am primarily a pitcher, but have also played Right Field and a bit of First Base as well.

Nickname: TK, Tay, my trainer likes to refer to me as Gabby.

What school do you attend: Fort Richmond Collegiate.

What University will you be attending in fall 2015: U of M

What will be your Field of Study: Bachelor of Arts, in hopes to one day pursue Law

What are you looking forward to about University? I am so excited to be in a new environment and study things I am interested in. It is exciting to start a new chapter and I am looking forward to experiencing a new school and to meeting new people. 

What are some of your softball dreams and goals: Being on Team Manitoba has been a dream of mine for a long time now. I would love to win Gold at the games this summer. I also want to continue to play for as long as I can, and hopefully one day coach. I would love to run pitching clinics and try to pass on the advice that my coaches have given me over the years. 

What character trait do you value most in your teammates: I value someone who is constantly thinking of the team, and is playing for the TEAM. I love when people cheer on everyone even if they aren’t having their best game. I value someone who is encouraging and constantly bringing a lot of energy to the field.

 Why do you love softball: I love how much it has helped me grow as a person over the years. It is constantly challenging me mentally and physically and it has taught me a lot about myself. I love the experiences I have had so far and the friendships I have made throughout the years.

 Favorite Quote(s): “The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Never settle”

 If you could spend a day with any one person who would it be and why: I would love to spend a day with Emma Watson. I think she is such a strong, positive role model for young girls. I am also a huge fan of Harry Potter so it would be awesome to meet her.

 Other than softball, some of my other hobbies and passions are: I love to read. I also love going to the dog park with my Dog, and watching old Disney movies. Baking is fun too, even though I am not very good at it.

 Other sports I have played are: Volleyball, Basketball, and Handball

 Most memorable sporting experience: I had developed a stress fracture in my spine four years ago. I was out for almost an entire season and came back to try to play in Westerns. My first game back, during my first appearance at the plate in over a year I hit a triple and it was the best feeling.

 What is the first thing on your bucket list? I want to live in a foreign country for a few years after I get my degree. I would love to experience a different culture and perhaps learn a new language. Travelling has always been a dream of mine.