Student Athlete Spotlight

KATIE HEUN

Brookfield Central High School

Soccer & Golf 

GETTING TO KNOW KATIE HEUN:

Favorite Food: My grandma’s lasagna

Favorite Quote: “The best is yet to come.”

Favorite Pre-Game Song: “Started from the Bottom” – Drake

Favorite Family Tradition: Spending July 4th together in Merrill, WI boating, water skiing and watching fireworks.

How You Got Started in Your Sport: My Grandpa was the first person to introduce me to golf. I treasured the hours we spent together playing each round while hearing his life stories and lessons. He taught me to make the most of every situation, celebrate accomplishments, and always show appreciation.

Sport Highlights: Although I loved the time I spent on the golf course and soccer field, nothing compares to the joy I felt participating on the Unified Sports team during the rival game between Brookfield Central and Brookfield East.

Recognitions: Golf State Qualifier, golf team captain, GMC All-Conference, Academic All-State, soccer team captain, varsity golf & soccer 4 years.

Activities: Best Buddies (President), Unified Sports (Co-Founder/Co-President promotes inclusive athletics), Youth Activation Committee, Blue Crew, NHS, volunteer tutor.

Next Plans: I am heading to the University of WI-Madison for nursing and plan to participate in club golf and soccer.

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