Gretchen Sigman is an American female volleyball player who plays on the University of Cincinnati women’s volleyball team. Sigman is an opposite/right-side hitter and has gained a reputation due to her versatility, dependability on the field, and presence in the field. In tandem with her sporting life, she is majoring in physical therapy, which shows a balance between sports and academics. Her success as a high school athlete in Ohio with a decorated career, followed by her success as a Division I volleyball player in the Big 12 Conference, underlines consistent growth, discipline, and long-term projections.
Gretchen Sigman Biography | |
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| Real Name: | Gretchen Sigman |
| Birth Date: | June 19, 2006 |
| Age: | 19 Years |
| Birthplace: | Holland, Ohio, USA |
| Height: | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) |
| Parents: | Donald and Lisa Sigman |
| Husband/Boyfriend: | Brendan Sorsby |
Early Life
Gretchen Sigman was born on 19th June 2006 and grew up in Holland, Ohio. Her parents, Donald and Lisa Sigman, raised her in a good family environment with two siblings, Nolan and Ella. At a young age, Sigman showed much interest in sports, later turning to volleyball, and her strength, coordination, and the spirit of competition made her special.
She studied at Springfield High School in Holland, Ohio, and she became one of the most successful volleyball players in the history of the program. Sigman built her high school career into an imposing force at the net in addition to being an excellent back-row player. Her focus on training and consistency made her not only a talent in the team but also a leader in her training and athletic setting.
The success that Sigman showed at the prep level drew the interest of collegiate recruiters throughout the nation. Recruiting sites regularly rated her as one of the best hopes in Ohio, with her skill set (all-around), physical potential, and coachability being attributed. It was during these early years that the foundation was laid for her growing into high-level collegiate volleyball.
Gretchen Sigman Career
Gretchen Sigman started to build her career as a high-level volleyball player at her high school, Springfield High in Holland, Ohio, where she won several league and district awards and became one of the most successful players in the program. Her athletic achievement saw her join the Bearcats women’s volleyball team at the University of Cincinnati in the Big 12 Conference.
Gretchen Sigman grew into an opposite/right-side hitter at Cincinnati, as he adjusted to the heightened physicality and speed of Division I volleyball. In the 2024 season, she played 19 matches where she had 79 digs, 31 kills, and 8 blocks, with a high of 11 digs in a victory over BYU. Her position offered versatility and defensive reliability; her job was appreciated because of her work ethic, positional flexibility, and consistent improvement throughout rotations. Her readiness to take various roles, be it to play offensively, to reinforce the block, or to stabilize the back row, has been noted by coaches.
On December 16, 2025, Sigman confirmed the move by posting to Instagram, and on December 20, 2025, she announced that she would be entering the transfer portal and later that she committed to Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. The move received significant college athletics coverage, especially because it came as her boyfriend, former Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby, was also considering leaving. Sigman is not a part of the University of Texas at Austin, even though some speculation has occurred. The transfer is a move in the right direction towards increased competitive exposure, a new coaching atmosphere, and an opportunity to develop her game further, as she still concentrates on her studies in the field of physical therapy.
Personal Life
Gretchen Sigman is dating Brendan Sorsby, a collegiate quarterback. The two were student athletes at the University of Cincinnati, whose relationship gained publicity via social media and media reporting of their sporting accomplishments. Although neither of them has indicated that their relationship affected their lives, they both recognized the announcements of each other by posting to social media in support.
Social Media
Gretchen Sigman has a modest yet active social media presence, especially on Instagram (under the account @gssigman), and has about 1.7K followers. Her feed is mainly volleyball-related posts, such as photos on game days, training sessions, team-building activities, and occasional personal details. The authenticity and balance of her online presence are in line with her academic and athletic priorities.
Gretchen Sigman Net Worth
The net worth of Gretchen Sigman is not made public, and no verified financial estimates exist. Being a collegiate athlete, she does not get a professional salary. Although NCAA name-image-likeness (NIL) deals exist, there is no verified record of Sigman engaging in big NIL deals as of now.