Name: Kat
Tenure: 2nd Season
Hometown: Newbury Park
Occupation: Insurance Underwriter
College: Saint Mary's College of California
Degree: B.S. Business Administration
GR Leadership Position: PR Coordinator – Keeps team members aware of ongoing changes in the 49ers organization and reports to the team about current, social, and football-related events.
Hobbies: Football, Hiking, Blind Box Collecting, Puzzles

Favorites
Song: "Feel Special" – Twice
Movie: La La Land
Quote: Everything happens for a reason as you are on the right path!
Food: Korean BBQ
Travel Destination: Exuma, Bahamas
Holiday: Christmas
TV Show: The Office
Dream Job: This job! A member of the Gold Rush!
School Subject: Math
Book: Harry Potter Series

What professional accomplishment are you most proud of?
Graduating with Summa Cum Laude honors from Saint Mary's College of California.

Tell us more about your job.
I work full-time as an insurance underwriter for financial lines, writing Directors & Officers Liability coverage for publicly traded companies. Day-to-day, I assess risks while keeping up with industry trends, legal changes, and regulatory requirements.

Who or what inspires you?
My family inspires me every day. My mom, dad, and two older sisters' resilience, determination, and kindness motivate me to keep pushing forward whenever I face challenges. They are always there for me, and I strive to always be there for them.

How do you want people to remember you?
I hope to be remembered as someone who could always bring a smile to others. Making the people around me happy means so much to me, and I want others to know that whenever they need someone, I'll always be there.

What's your favorite family tradition?
My favorite family tradition is our Christmas morning breakfast. No matter where we're living, we always make a homemade meal together. It's a wholesome tradition and a reminder that home isn't a place—it's being with the people you love.

What's your favorite part of Game Day?
My favorite part of Game Day is running onto the field for our pre-game performance. It's the moment all our hard work comes to life, and being a part of this team, this family, is such an honor.

What do you like most about being a member of the Gold Rush?
I love sharing space with teammates who are as passionate about the 49ers and dance as I am. The friendships I've made on this team are incredible and will last a lifetime.

Who is your favorite 49ers player?
Brock Purdy, Mr. Irrelevant. His journey from being the last pick in the 2022 draft to becoming our starting QB is inspiring. His drive and love for the game are unmatched.

Tell us about your journey of becoming a Gold Rush cheerleader.
My journey wasn't linear, but that's what made it fulfilling. After graduating college, I realized I didn't want to give up dancing despite starting my full-time job. Gold Rush showed me that it's possible to live out my creative dreams alongside my professional ones.

Tell us about your favorite community appearance that you've attended as a Gold Rush Cheerleader.
My favorite community appearance was at the Community Fan Rally Fest last season around the Niners' season opener. Sharing that excitement with the public and building anticipation for the season ahead was such a fun experience. The Faithful truly live up to their name—there's no better fan base out there.