In this article, we tell you more about student-athlete Wendy Tijmstra. Additionally, at the end of this article, you can find the video where Wendy shares more about herself.
Sports: Women’s Track & Field
Entry semester: Fall 2025
Wendy Tijmstra is sixteen years old and comes from a small village called Koedijk in the Netherlands.
Wendy started with Track & Field when she was 8 years old. She quickly discovered that sprinting is her favorite event, but she also enjoys long jump and hurdles.
What makes Wendy special as a person is that she will never give up, even when things get tough. She always listens carefully to the feedback she receives, knowing that it will make her better both as a person and as an athlete.
What makes Wendy special as an athlete is that she loves competing in individual events, but she also excels at working together in team competitions. Wendy believes it is important to be part of a fun team, as she performs better when she is happy.
Wendy’s biggest goal is to compete in a world championship, but the most important thing for her is to continue enjoying the sport and staying healthy.
“I bring discipline and fun to your team.”
Wendy Tijmstra
Would you like to see more of Wendy? Watch the video below where she introduces herself.
