State Bank Financial Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names:  Samantha Kronstedt, Bruce Manicke.

Siblings: I have an older sister, three little brothers and a little sister

Position or events: All Around

Career highlight: Team state

At what age did you start playing your main sport?  

Seven.

Who introduced you to the sport?  

My mom.

Has this always been your favorite sport? 

Yes.

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

I’ve learned how to balance my time effectively and get my homework done as well as showing up for all practices.

What is your favorite part about this sport? 

My teammates. 

What about it has caused you to stick with it for this long? 

The feeling gymnastics brings to me and my teammates.

What would you say is your biggest asset on the track/field/pool? 

Being a team captain and always having a positive mindset.

How does it feel as a senior, to look back throughout high school and see your growth (as a person and athlete)? 

It feels nostalgic and I’m proud to see how far I have come. 

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

Allie, Jaki, Chauncey, Sommer and all of my teammates. Can't forget about my best friend Olivia who’s been with me ever since dance.

Any hobbies outside of sports? 

I volunteer at the clinic.

Favorite song? 

I like all music.

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

I plan on going to Mid-State in Marshfield and becoming a surgical technologist.