Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parent’s names: Angelica and Dave Wesely
Siblings: Alyssa and Nathan Wesely
Position or events: Outside hitter

At what age did you start playing your sport(s)?
Before middle school.

Who introduced you to your sport(s)?
My sister.

What is your favorite sport?
Volleyball.

How has balancing academics and athletics been different for you from your freshman year to your senior year?

My senior year I worked two full time jobs while taking both high school and college courses on top of playing volleyball. It was very difficult and challenged me in every way possible but it was so worth it to be ahead and where I am today. I can say that during that time sleep was not a thing because that was when I focused on school and was able to study.

What is your favorite part about your sport(s)? What about it has caused you to stick with it for this long?
I loved just being part of a team and getting to bond with everyone and accomplish something every time we would all step on the court.

What would you say is your biggest asset on the court/field?
Your mindset and attitude, this affects your mental health, how you play and how everyone else works with you.

What has been your most memorable experience in high school sports so far?
Pregame rituals in the locker room to get everyone’s heart bumping.

How does it feel as a senior, to look back throughout high school and see your growth (as a person and athlete)?
It is truly insane to see how far I’ve come with both. Thinking back on situations that meant the world to me and being able to reflect on them now and know what I would do differently.

Do you have any pre-game rituals/routines/superstitions?

Before every volleyball game my senior year we would play scary music with the lights off in the locker room and almost play a version of tag, sounds silly but it got everyone excited before a big game.

Do you take any extra steps to prepare for a big game or event, outside of regular training?
I like to focus on getting my mind set beforehand so that way I can be the best for myself and my team.

What has been your favorite experience with being a senior this year?
Being able to take college courses ahead of time and traveling to college campuses for more learning.

Any memorable coaches or teammates you’d like to give a shout out to?
Braelyn Chevalier for always being there to lift not only myself up but the whole team no matter the situation, I could always hear her voice cheering.

Any hobbies outside of sports?
Working out, riding horses, doing any type of adventure with my friends and salmon fishing.

Favorite food?

Mashed potatoes.

Favorite movie/TV show?
“Yellowstone.”

Future plans? (college, major, career, etc.)
Get my RN at NWTC, then further my education to a BSN then travel the United States as a Travel RN.