The Hive Highlight - Hive 1 - 2/1/26 - St. Ambrose University

Posted: Feb 05, 2026

The Hive Highlight - Hive 1 - 2/1/26

Shining a light on the hard work, discipline, and passion that defines St. Ambrose Athletics. These student-athletes truly represent what it means to be a Bee.

Abby Wolter
Marissa Bills
Guiseppe Guerra
Grace Bobeldyk
Guillermo Narbona

Name: Abby Wolter

Sport: Women's Basketball

Year in School: Senior

Major: Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Math

Reason for Nomination:

Abby is averaging the 2nd most points in conference currently at 18.9 per game, the most rebounds in the conference at 10.9 per game, and she is number two in the conference in steals with a total of 56. This year she was one of the elected captains, won offensive and defensive player of the week in the same week, and she was nominated as female athlete of the month by our athletic department. She does all of this while maintaining a 4.0 GPA as an education major.

What is your favorite moment of the season so far?

My favorite moment of this season so far was our trip to West Palm Beach, Florida. We were able to play basketball, go to the beach, explore SeaWorld, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

What is your favorite post-match/game/meet meal?

My favorite post-game meal is a good steak cooked medium rare and green beans from Texas Roadhouse.

Favorite pre-game/meet/match song?

My favorite pre-game song to listen to is Rise Up by Andra Day.

Who inspired you to begin playing this sport?

Many people throughout my life have inspired me to begin playing basketball. I grew up in a family where basketball was always part of everyday life. Both of my parents played in college, so the game was something I was exposed to early, and it quickly became a big part of my life. As I got older, my brothers played a big role as well. I looked up to them and wanted to follow in their footsteps, which pushed me to compete and improve. One of my biggest inspirations was my Grandma Jean. She loved the game and always joked that she taught me everything I know. She recently passed away, and continuing to play basketball is one way I carry her influence with me. Basketball has always been more than a sport in my family, and that connection is what inspired me to begin playing and still motivates me today.

If you could play another sport, what would it be?

Volleyball

What is one fun fact about you?

I have a mini goldendoodle named Kobe after Kobe Bryant.

Name: Marissa Bills

Sport: Women's Bowling

Year in School: Senior

Major: Double majoring in Business Marketing and Business Management

Reason for Nomination:

She has been a senior leader on this team throughout the whole season. She is averaging a 190.6 through eight tournaments this season. She has earned three top-10 individual finishes and was named to the all-tournament team of the Five Seasons Classic after finishing third overall.

What is your favorite moment of the season so far?

Our team winning the first tournament of the season (Hammer Golden Eagle Invite). Otherwise I would say that my fav memory is from freshman year playing old maid on the bus with Anthony and he lost 40 times in a row because there was always one card upside down that was the old maid.

What is your favorite post-match/game/meet meal?

Olive Garden

Favorite pre-game/meet/match song?

Hot Girl Problems by Kid Laroi

Who inspired you to begin playing this sport?

My parents, Robert and Angela.

If you could play another sport, what would it be?

Softball, because I did play it for 9 years.

What is one fun fact about you?

I have had a pet toad for over 14 years.

Name: Guiseppe Guerra

Sport: Wrestling

Year in School: Junior

Major: Cybersecurity

Reason for Nomination:

Guiseppe is ranked 12 in the nation. He is 29-6 on the season and has wins over #5 and #6 in the nation.

What is your favorite moment of the season so far?

The drive back from a tournament in Bluegrass, Kentucky. It was a 10 hr plus drive and I spent all the time with my teammates talking and hanging out. It's a random moment, but a very heartwarming team bonding experience which I specifically enjoyed. I especially enjoyed when we stopped to get Cracker Barrel as a team on the way back as well.

What is your favorite post-match/game/meet meal?

A bagel with nutella and blueberries.

Favorite pre-game/meet/match song?

March Of The Fire Ants - Mastodon

Who inspired you to begin playing this sport?

Jordan Burroughs

If you could play another sport, what would it be?

Boxing

What is one fun fact about you?

I'm gonna be St. Ambrose's first Wrestling All American.

Name: Grace Bobeldyk

Sport: Women's Swim and Dive

Year in School: Senior

Major: BA in Psychology, Master of Organizational Leadership

Reason for Nomination:

During the Grinnell Invite, Grace has some remarkable stats. 500 Free - 5:17.98, 3rd place, 0.1 second from best time. 100 Free - 55.60 Season best by 1.56 seconds. 1/31/26 Grinnell Dual: 200 Free - 1:56.83 Lifetime Best, 1st place. 500 Free - 5:15.36 less than 1.0 sec. from Lifetime Best, 1st place

What is your favorite moment of the season so far?

My favorite moment from this season has been celebrating and competing during Senior Night. Everyone swam well, but most of all, we all cheered for each other. There hasn't been a moment as special as this one all season where we supported each other as a family. The energy on the pool deck was unmatched, and it was a special moment to swim for friends and family members at our last home meet of the season.

What is your favorite post-match/game/meet meal?

Ice cream sundae

Favorite pre-game/meet/match song?

Firm Foundation - Maverick City Music

Who inspired you to begin playing this sport?

I started swimming because of health issues as a kid, so I wasn't so much inspired to swim, but encouraged to swim in order to stay healthy. Although I have stayed in this sport because of groundbreaking, kind, and caring female athletes that I both swim with and look up to.

If you could play another sport, what would it be?

Endurance running

What is one fun fact about you?

I have played piano since I was 6 and still enjoy playing today!