Early Life
Heath was born in Morristown, New Jersey to parents Jeff and Cindy Heath. She grew up in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. Heath has a younger brother, Jeffrey, and two older sisters, Perry and Katie, who are active in Athletes for Action and Champions for Christ. Heath has said herself she is a proud and devout follower of her Christian faith and is very close to her family Her oldest sister, Katie, played NCAA Division-1 tennis for the University of Delaware. Heath has said she enjoys playing a multitude of sports, such as tennis and surfing, and enjoys playing outside when given the time and opportunity. Tobin was named after her great grandmother's last name.
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