Hoogensen enters her first year as an Athletic Operations Graduate Assistant in 2026-27. She is pursuing a Masters in Sports Management, and helps out with the campus Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
Prior to joining Minnesota State, Hoogensen completed her undergrad at Minot State University. She graduated in the spring of 2026 summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in Physical Education and a minor in Coaching.
During her time at Minot State she was a member of the softball team, playing catcher across 4 seasons. She served as the SAAC President and NSIC Conference SAAC Representative between March 2025-May 2026. She was also a member of the Athletic Advisory Council - Chair of SAAC. She was a kinesiology research assistant where she taught Zumbini to daycare kids, and coded data related to physical activity and social behavior.
Hoogensen earned multiple accolades during her collegiate career including the Student Leadership and Engagement Award, NSIC Myles Brand All-Academic with Distinction Award, NSIC Academic Team of Excellence (3 times), and Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar Athlete (2 times).
Hoogensen is a native of Ankeny, Iowa and graduated from Ankeny Centennial High School in 2022.
