How many years have you been competing in golf?
I have been competing in golf for 3 years.
What got you interested in playing golf?
I became interested in golf because I played a lot with my family, just for fun.
Who has inspired you throughout your golf career?
Since my parents are the ones who got me started, I would say they’re the ones who inspired me.
Any superstitions or pre game rituals?
Making sure I eat a nutritious meal the night before a tournament is the most important. Coach always gives us fist bumps right before we walk to our holes.
Favorite memory of golf?
A lot of memories are made while waiting for a bus at 4 in the morning.
Future plans for golf?
I have no plans of playing golf in college, but I plan to keep golf as a hobby.
Any advice for girls who are starting golf with Bismarck High?
Have fun and try your absolute best, every time!
How many years have you been competing in tennis?
This season will be my fifth year playing competitive tennis.
What got you interested in playing tennis?
My friend Luke offered to take me out to hit with him one day in 8th grade and I’ve enjoyed the sport ever since.
Who has inspired you throughout your tennis career?
My senior teammates from last year fueled my inspiration to play get bet better. That being said, I wouldn’t have gotten where I am without my dad. He is always pushing me to get out to play more and encouraging me to get better.
Do you have any pre-match rituals?
Before away matches I always take naps during the road trips and drink an energy drink before warmups. For home matches I go home after school, eat a light meal, and grab an energy drink before heading to the courts.
Favorite memory for tennis?
My favorite tennis memory was last year during WDA. Through that season I had an issue keeping my cool and tended to get hot headed during matches. During the tournament, I was able to play within myself and keep my temper. I was up against top players from other teams and competed with them. Over all during the tournament, I played the best tennis i ever had that season.
Any plans in the future for tennis?
I would love to play competitive tennis in college but I don’t think I’ll be good enough to make it happen. If that will be the case I still plan to play club tennis at whichever college I go to.
Any advice for people who are starting tennis with Bismarck High?
As for giving advise to new tennis players, just get out and play with someone. I hear it all the time from people, even top ranked players, that they wish they would have started playing tennis sooner. That’s true for myself even. If you’re on the cusp of trying tennis out, just go do it. You never know if you have a passion to discover.
