MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Austin Becksvoort, Hope
April 26, 2024Hope tennis player Austin Becksvoort sits down with the MIAA to discuss his research, receiving the prestigious Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship, and more. Learn more about Austin Becksvoort in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series. -
#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Ryan Knitter, Albion
April 12, 2024Albion College golfer Ryan Knitter sits down with the MIAA to discuss his impact on the team culture, how he got the nickname "Ryno", and more. Learn more about Ryan Knitter in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Bailey Smith, Hope
April 04, 2024Hope College swimmer Bailey Smith sits down with the MIAA to discuss how COVID impacted his collegiate career, recovering from shoulder surgery, and more. Learn more about Bailey Smith in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Emiliano Alvarado Rescala, Kalamazoo
March 29, 2024Kalamazoo College golfer Emiliano Alvarado Rescala sits down with the MIAA to discuss being an international student-athlete from Mexico, the mental game in golf, advice to those looking to study abroad, and more. Learn more about Emiliano Alvarado Rescala in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Tatenda Mukudu, Alma
March 01, 2024Alma College soccer player Tatenda Mukudu sits down with the MIAA to discuss being an international student-athlete from Zimbabwe, why he chose to pursue soccer in college, and more. Learn more about Tatenda Mukudu in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Noah Wiswary, Olivet
February 16, 2024The University of Olivet basketball player Noah Wiswary sits down with the MIAA to discuss being a fifth-year senior, helping with day-to-day operations in the athletics department, goals for the season, and more. Learn more about Noah Wiswary in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Owen McDaniel, Albion
February 09, 2024Albion wrestler Owen McDaniel sits down with the MIAA to discuss being a regional contender, his passion for music, opening two shows for Sadie Bass from The Voice, and more. Learn more about Owen McDaniel in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Ashlea Swingewood, Hope
February 02, 2024Hope swimmer Ashlea Swingewood sits down with the MIAA to discuss keeping the 200 fly MIAA title in the family, how she became involved in swimming, and more. Learn more about Ashlea Swingewood in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: SirQuarius Ball, Olivet
January 26, 2024Olivet football player SirQuarius Ball sits down with the MIAA to discuss being a first-generation college graduate, being a leader on the team, making a difference in the world as a future coach or AD, and more. Learn more about SirQuarius Ball in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Savannah Chapie, Kalamazoo
January 19, 2024Kalamazoo volleyball player Savannah Chapie sits down with the MIAA to discuss being a leader on the team as a freshman, transitioning from high school to college, and more. Learn more about Savannah Chapie in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Drew Dixon, Trine
January 12, 2024Trine tennis player Drew Dixon sits down with the MIAA to discuss pursuing an MBA, competing in the conference, leadership and more. Learn more about Drew Dixon in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Natalie Hammer, Hope
January 05, 2024Hope soccer player Natalie Hammer sits down with the MIAA to discuss her SEED trip to Uganda, studying in Germany, returning from an ACL injury and more. Learn more about Natalie Hammer in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Ella Gaffke, Olivet
December 29, 2023Olivet basketball player Ella Gaffke sits down with the MIAA to discuss competing in Division III, advice for balancing being a student with being an athlete, and more. Learn more about Ella Gaffke in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Weston Kvalevog, Adrian
December 22, 2023Adrian track and field student-athlete Weston Kvalevog sits down with the MIAA to discuss competing as a multi-event track and field athlete, being a graduate student, and more. Learn more about Weston Kvalevog in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Emma Springer, Calvin
December 15, 2023Calvin softball player Emma Springer sits down with the MIAA to discuss pursuing a career in Physical Therapy, leadership, preparing for graduate school, and more. Learn more about Emma Springer in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Clayton Dykhouse, Hope
December 08, 2023Hope basketball player Clayton Dykhouse sits down with the MIAA to discuss pursuing a career in Physical Education, leadership, his involvement on campus and in the community, and more. Learn more about Clayton Dykhouse in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Jake Gladieux, Trine
December 01, 2023Trine track and field athlete Jake Gladieux sits down with the MIAA to discuss his status as a six-time All-American, winning a national championship, being a dual-sport athlete and more. Learn more about Jake Gladieux in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Cayley Ebeling, Hope
June 30, 2023Hope softball player Cayley Ebeling sits down with the MIAA to discuss playing in Division III, time management, and more. Learn more about Cayley Ebeling in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Mackenzie Pepper, Saint Mary's
June 16, 2023Saint Mary's softball player Mackenzie Pepper sits down with the MIAA to discuss pursuing a career in elementary education, participating in SAAC, volunteering in Uganda, and more. Learn more about Mackenzie Pepper in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Beth Posey, Adrian
April 14, 2023Adrian tennis player Beth Posey sits down with the MIAA to discuss pursuing a career in optometry, participating on the rowing team, and more. Learn more about Beth Posey in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Jacqueline Jozefczyk, Albion
April 07, 2023Albion softball player Jacqueline Jozefczyk sits down with the MIAA to discuss her involvement in SAAC and other areas on campus, why she chose Division III, and more. Learn more about Jacqueline Jozefczyk in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Jordan Grindle, Trine
March 31, 2023Trine track athlete Jordan Grindle sits down with the MIAA to discuss running a lifetime best after ACL surgery, participating in the conference, and more. Learn more about Jordan Grindle in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Erin Dotson, Saint Mary's
March 24, 2023Saint Mary's lacrosse player Erin Dotson sits down with the MIAA to discuss the importance of mental health awareness, competing in the league and more. Learn more about Erin Dotson in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Hannah Biddlecome, Calvin
March 16, 2023Calvin softball player Hannah Biddlecome sits down with the MIAA to discuss competing in the conference, coming back for a fifth year, pursuing a career in film and media, and more. Learn more about Hannah Biddlecome in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Andrew Pickett, Hope
March 10, 2023Hope baseball player Andrew Pickett sits down with the MIAA to discuss being a nursing student, Division III, cooking, and more. Learn more about Andrew Pickett in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Alyssa Keptner, Trine
March 03, 2023Trine lacrosse player Alyssa Keptner sits down with the MIAA to discuss her research experience at Penn State, a co-op last fall, time management, and more. Learn more about Alyssa Keptner in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Annika Smith, Saint Mary's
February 17, 2023Saint Mary's tennis player Annika Smith sits down with the MIAA to discuss studying abroad in Budapest, persevering through seasons of COVID, and more. Learn more about Annika Smith in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Evan Thomas, Hope
January 06, 2023Hope senior basketball player Evan Thomas sits down with the MIAA to discuss conference rivalries, studying the brain of a zebrafish, time management and more. Learn more about Evan Thomas in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Leah Harris, Calvin
December 30, 2022Calvin senior basketball player Leah Harris sits down with the MIAA to discuss being a four-year starter, moving from Texas, and more. Learn more about Leah Harris in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
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#D3MIAA Student-Athlete Spotlight: Mary Kate Gareau, Saint Mary's
December 16, 2022Saint Mary's junior basketball player Mary Kate Gareau sits down with the MIAA to discuss Why D3, competitive Irish dancing, family alumna of SMC, and more. Learn more about Mary Kate Gareau in this edition of the MIAA's Student-Athlete Spotlight video series.
