Name: Zoe
Tenure: 3rd Season
Hometown: San Marcos
Occupation: College Admissions Counselor, Model
College: UC Berkeley, USC
Degree: BA in Sociology, Master's in Education
GR Leadership Position: Social Squad – creates content for the Gold Rush Instagram page alongside Natalia, Jess, and Kyra
Hobbies: Yoga, Pilates, Reading, Seeing Musicals, Going on walks

Favorites
Movie: Legally Blonde
App: Pinterest
Travel Destination: Paris
Holiday: Christmas
TV Show: Love Island
Color: Pink
School Subject: History

How do you spend your time outside of Gold Rush?
I enjoy walking around my neighborhood to explore shops and restaurants, traveling whenever I can, and visiting family in San Diego or going to Disneyland on weekends off.

What are you passionate about?
I am passionate about equity and access in higher education. I work to ensure that historically underrepresented students have the resources and opportunities to succeed in college.

Where were you born and where do you live now?
I was born and raised in San Diego and moved to the Bay Area in my rookie season after commuting for most of that year.

Tell us more about your job.
I work as a fit model for several Bay Area brands. I try on clothing prototypes so designers can evaluate fit, comfort, and movement before mass production. I love seeing the behind-the-scenes process of fashion design.

Do you have any pets? Tell us about your favorite furry friends…
I fostered an adult tuxedo cat named Chowder last year and officially adopted him in February. He's the cutest, cuddliest, and most spunky little guy!

What is your favorite memory at Levi's Stadium?
My favorite memory was the NFC Championship game during my rookie season. Dancing to Don't Stop Believing at halftime while Journey performed, then celebrating the team's comeback win with confetti—it was surreal! I even saved some confetti in a plastic bag to remember the moment.

What's your favorite part of Game Day?
The moment before stepping onto the field for pregame. The anticipation, emotions, and adrenaline as we hype each other up in the tunnel are unmatched.

What's the energy like in the Gold Rush locker room on game day?
It's electric! We help each other get ready, do last-minute practice, and film fun social media content. Our locker room DJ (Britney) keeps the music blasting and the energy high, and it's a great time to bond with teammates.

Who is YOUR biggest cheerleader?
My family—they've supported my entire dance journey and driven over 8 hours each way to see me perform at games.

Who is a woman in sports that inspires you?
Kristin Juszczyk inspires me. She has revolutionized the sports fashion industry with creativity and innovation. I attended an event she hosted with the 49ers during my rookie season, and she was humble, kind, and stylish—a true inspiration.