State Bank Financial Senior Spotlight

Siblings: Callie Hansen 

Position or events:  Shooting guard 

Career highlight: Four 3s in the first eight minutes versus Wausau East

At what age did you start playing your main sport? 

Fourth grade.

Who introduced you to the sport?  

My mom.

Has this always been your favorite sport? 

No football used to be. Once I hit like seventh grade is when I really started to love basketball.

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

It is way easier now during senior year, because I’m more responsible and also have less classes.

What is your favorite part about this sport? 

The team bonding and just the sport itself being able to put a ball in a basket. Simple game.

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

I’ve always loved it. The drive and passion for the sport keeps me motivated to keep playing.

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

I think it’s my defense and leadership.

What has been your most memorable experience in high school sports so far?  

When I hit eight 3s against Eau Claire North in a comeback win my freshman year.

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

I grew a lot and I feel my communication, leadership and work ethic all improved a lot over these four years.

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

Coach Sheppler and Coach Fischer.

Any hobbies outside of sports?  

Golfing, gaming, lifting weights.

Favorite song? 

There are too many.