Kenyetta Grigsby
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Season(s) Played with the Divas: 2010-2016
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Previous Experience: 2004-2006, 2008-2009
(Baltimore Burn, 2004-2006; Baltimore Nighthawks, 2008-2009) |
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Jersey Number: 29
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Position: RB
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Age: 37
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Height: 5-6
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Weight: 165
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Hometown: Detroit, MI
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High School: River Rouge HS (MI)
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College: Eastern Kentucky University
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Occupation: LEO, City of Manassas
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Kenyetta Grigsby Q&A
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Who was your childhood idol? Why?
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| My grandmother…she could endure all things. She had multiple sclerosis and always stayed positive. |
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Who is your biggest supporter?
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| My family. |
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If you could have a conversation with anyone, dead or alive, who would you choose? Why?
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| My grandmother…just to hear her voice again. |
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Who is your female sports idol?
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| Dawn Staley. |
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Who is your favorite NFL player? Why?
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| On-field play – Marshawn Lynch; preparation – Peyton Manning; mentality – Richard Sherman. |
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What are your favorite hobbies or special interests?
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| MNW 86. |
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What is your favorite food?
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| I’m a foodie, but right now…tacos! |
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What is your favorite book?
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| Child of God, by Lolita Files. |
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How would you describe yourself in three words?
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| Passionate, quirky, loyal. |
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What was the first sport you ever played?
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| Basketball. |
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What is your favorite sports memory?
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| Qualifying for NCAA DI Indoor Championships in the 60-Meter Hurdles. |
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If you could play any other position, which one would you choose? Why?
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| Quarterback…they direct the offense and dictate who gets the ball. It’s the most complex and difficult position on the field. I would love that challenge. |
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Why do you play women’s tackle football?
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| Playing a sport that is typically male-dominated has not been easy, but I feel that my contributions to the game will help open doors and pave the way for young girls to be able to have the same opportunities as the boys. |
Kenyetta Grigsby Articles
June 8, 2011 (Written By FCNP.com Staff)
2014 Profile (Written by Neal Rozendaal)



