Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names: Travis and Tina Kilgore
Siblings: Logan, Caden and Lily
Position or events: Football- wide receiver and defensive back, basketball- guard, baseball- outfield
Instagram: @connorkilgore
Career Highlight: Making it to the baseball State Championship game in Division 3 during the 2025 season.

At what age did you start playing football?
Six years old playing flag football.

Who introduced you to football?
My Dad.

What is your favorite sport?

Basketball.

How has balancing academics and athletics been different for you from your freshman year to your senior year?
Balancing my academics and athletics has always been difficult so it was important to prioritize my school work. Now my senior year, it is more about enjoying my time and having fun.

What is your favorite part about your sport(s)? What about it has caused you to stick with it for this long?
My favorite part is being able to spend time with my friends and teammates. Having great coaches that have encouraged me to always do my best and stick with the sports.

Is there a professional athlete you look up to? If so, who?
None.

What would you say is your biggest asset on the field?
My biggest asset is my athletic ability which allows me to be a great leader.
What has been your most memorable experience in high school sports so far?

Going to Wisconsin Dells with the baseball team for the weekend my sophomore year.

How does it feel as a senior, to look back throughout high school and see your growth (as a person and athlete)?
It feels amazing to look back and see how much I’ve grown. I have learned many valuable life lessons especially to cherish every moment because it goes by very quickly.

Do you have any pre-game rituals/routines/superstitions?
None.

Do you take any extra steps to prepare for a big game, outside of regular training?
Try to drink enough water to be hydrated and to get enough sleep.
What has been your favorite experience with being a senior this year?
Being able to play football with my younger brother, Caden.

Any memorable coaches or teammates you’d like to give a shout out to?

Shout out to my dad, when he coached basketball, he always kept on pushing me to be my best.

Any hobbies outside of sports?
Skiing, golfing and going up north.

Favorite food?
Olives.

Random fun fact about you?
I’ve been to 30 different states.

Favorite movie/TV show?
Happy Gilmore.

Future Plans? (college, major, career, etc.)
I plan on attending NWTC in the carpentry field.