Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names: Carrie Miller and Paul Miller
Siblings: Mia (18) Aaron (15) Molly (12) Miles (9) Allie (5) Maggie (3)
Position or events: 2 Singles (tennis) Mile, two mile, 800, 4x4 relay (track)
Social media: @annammiller__

Career Highlight: Winning the conference xc meet my sophomore year or making it to the round of 16 at individual State my junior year.

How did you get started playing your sport(s)?
My parents used to be tennis couches for St. Norbert College, so I have been around tennis for as long as I can remember. My parents are also very into marathon running so I have been exposed to running long distances (5ks, 10ks, half marathons) for ten years.

What is your favorite part of this sport?
My favorite part of running is the amazing experiences that come along with it- like traveling for races and meeting new people through the sport. I also love the active lifestyle that it gives me and the sense of accomplishment when I reach my goals. My favorite part of tennis is how strategic and mentally tough it is- and how it is still possible to beat someone that is better than you on paper if you are smart.

What is the most challenging part of this sport?
The most challenging part of running is the toll it takes on your body and how to fuel properly. The most challenging part of tennis is how mentally draining it can be!

Do you have any pre-game rituals/routines/superstitions?
I actually have no pre-game rituals! I know that would stress me out.

What is something not a lot of people know about you?

I lived in San Diego, Calif., between christmas break and spring break for five years in middle school.

Favorite Halloween costume you’ve ever had?
Being Rey from Star Wars.

Dream vacation destination?
Maldives.

Favorite food?
Jersey Mikes #3 sub.

Favorite flavor of ice cream?
Peanut Butter Chocolate

What is number 1 on your bucket list?

Learning piano.

Any hobbies outside of your sport?
Baking, traveling, hiking.

Favorite movie/TV show?
Shawshank Redemption.

Looking forward to most about college?
A new lifestyle to adapt to and meeting new friends!

Any memorable coaches or teammates you’d like to shout out?
Quinn Klika, Vivi Bigari, and Coach Amanda Auricchio.

Future Plans? (college, major, career, etc.)

I do not know where I am going to college yet/if I will play a sport, but I do know that I want to major in physical therapy and hope to live near my sister Mia, somewhere warm after I am done with school.