Dylan Hecker, WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlight
Each week during the 2017-18 academic year, the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference will feature two student-athletes (one male and one female) from one of its eight institutions for a "Student-Athlete Spotlight" Q & A segment. The segments, presented by Culver's, will be also posted every Thursday on the WIAC website.
Name: Dylan Hecker
Institution: UW-Oshkosh
Hometown (High School): Winneconne, Wis. (Winneconne High School)
Year in school: Senior
Sport: Football
Major(s): Human Services
Minor(s): N/A
Why did you choose to attend UW-Oshkosh?
The main reason I chose to attend UW-Oshkosh was because of the football program here, but I also really liked the campus and my parents and older brother attended UWO as well. The football program was on the rise when they recruited me, and I wanted to be a part of something special. The coaching staff was by far my favorite as they made me feel welcomed and at home right away; it just seemed like the right fit as soon as I stepped foot on campus. If I had to do it all over again, I would definitely choose UWO again. It has been an amazing experience as I have met great friends and made tons of memories I will cherish for the rest of my life.
What do you like most about competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference?
The best part about the WIAC is that it is competitive from the top to the bottom. We are blessed with playing in one of the best conferences in the country, which requires us to play at a very high level every week.
What is your favorite…
Flavor of the Day from Culver's? Caramel Fudge Cookie Dough
Menu item from Culver's? Chicken Tender Basket
Spot on campus? Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Class? History of Renaissance Europe
Movie? Billy Madison
TV Show? Game of Thrones
Food? Steak
Professional Sports Team? Green Bay Packers
Hobby? Boating
Musical Group/Artist? Zac Brown Band
Vacation Spot? California
Quote/motto? "If it was easy, everyone would do it."
What do you plan to do after graduation?
I plan to pursue a career involved with athletics, whether it's coaching, mentoring or administration.
What is your greatest sports moment?
Playing in the Stagg Bowl.
What is your favorite thing to do off the court/field with your teammates?
Hang out at home and watch TV or play video games.
One word that describes the team?
Family.
One word that describes yourself?
Hardworking.
When you surf the web, the site you most often go to?
Netflix.
Three things on your "bucket list"?
Meet Brett Favre
Travel to at least four different continents
Fly an airplane
Do you have any pre-game/pre-event rituals? If so, what are they?
No pre-game rituals.
What is your biggest "pet-peeve"?
When people walk or drive slow.
Your worst habit is?
Procrastination.
2017-18 UW-Oshkosh WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlights