Jeannette was born and raised in Kelowna and graduated from Okanagan Mission Highschool, where she enjoyed playing many sports including volleyball, basketball, cross country and track & field. She continues to be heavily involved in sports today.

Soccer was always her true passion, playing since the age of 5, on community, select and provincial teams. Jeannette attended California State University Fresno on a full-ride soccer scholarship, playing as goalkeeper for the NCAA Div I Bulldogs for four years, winning two conference titles.

Jeannette graduated Magna Cum Lade (high honours) from California State University Fresno, with her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and has since completed her Pre-Med requirements at UBCO.

Coaching has always been a highlight in Jeannette's life, with her first coaching done at the age of 16. She has coached volleyball, basketball and soccer. She is currently the assistant coach for the UBCO Heat Women's Soccer Team as well as being a goalkeeper coach for Kelowna United soccer, coaching keepers from ages 9-18.