Honors and Awards

• Academic All-MCC (2009, 2010)

2010 (Junior): Made two starts in her junior season, appearing in 10 games overall…Academic All-MCC selection for the second straight year…Recorded one hit during the year against Cornell College (April 1) in a pinch-hitting situation…Made starts in the outfield against Mount Mary College and Trinity Christian College.

2009 (Sophomore): Made one start during her sophomore campaign, while appearing in 10 games overall as a reserve outfielder…Academic All-MCC selection...Had two hits on the season, one of which was a double against Wartburg College (March 20)…Was perfect from the plate in two at-bats against Wartburg, her lone start of the season.

2008 (Freshman): Was in the starting lineup for 27 games as a freshman, seeing action in a total of 31 games…Hit at a .227 clip on the year, compiling 15 hits and a run batted in…Also drew four walks and ripped one double.

Prior to Ashford: Three-time all-conference selection while at Davenport Central High School…Earned second-team honors as a freshman…Also competed as a member of the track and field, cheerleading and poms and swimming teams…Received Perfect Attendance Award…Coached by Tom Hill and Sara Klingamen.

Personal: Born Marissa Jo Thede on Aug. 30, 1988…Daughter of Glen and Debbie Thede…Has three siblings, Gregory, Shelby and Natalie…Enjoys spending time with family, playing cards with friends and relaxing…Chose Ashford over Scott Community College and Black Hawk College.

Major: Business Administration.