Parents: Robert and Danel Mawson

Siblings: Has five brothers and two sisters

Major: Business Finance

Before college: Played volleyball, soccer, basketball and softball for Miami High school.

Why BYU-Hawaii: "I kind of applied facetiously, and was a bit shocked when I was accepted.  I felt it was right for me at the time, and I still feel this is the place I need to be."

Why Softball?: "My whole family is heavily involved in sports, one of the most prominant baseball and softball. I grew up around it and as I supported each of my brothers and sisters I grew to love the game."

Most influential person in your career: Cherry Roberts, (Arizona Coaches Association Hall of Fame)