Alyssa Leffler, WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlight
Each week during the 2019-20 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: Alyssa Leffler
Institution: UW-Oshkosh
Hometown (High School): Franksville, Wis. (Union Grove High School)
Year in school: Senior
Sport(s): Women's Tennis
Major(s): Marketing & Economics
Minor(s): IT (Information Systems)
Emphasis(s): Digital Marketing, Sales and Web Presence
Why did you choose UW-Oshkosh?
I chose UW-Oshkosh for the great business and athletic programs.
What other clubs/organizations on campus are you involved in?
I'm currently on the tennis team here at UW-Oshkosh, a full-time student and working part-time for an insurance company. I'm looking to join the Marketing and Sales clubs fairly soon.
What do you like most about competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and being a NCAA Division III student-athlete?
The opportunity. There is so much opportunity in all sorts of aspects. Being a part of the athletic community allows you to develop skills, not only on the court, but for everyday life experiences. For example, I was able to create friendships with individuals on my team as well as individuals on other teams. Some other skills I was able to develop through my involvement included time management, communication skills and leadership skills. There is so much opportunity for growth, and you're always learning.
What is your favorite…
Flavor of the Day from Culver's? Turtle
Menu item from Culver's? I'm born and raised in Wisconsin, so it has to be the cheese curds.
Spot on Campus? Reeve Coffeehouse
Movie? The Notebook
TV Show? Impractical Jokers
Food? Sushi or ice cream
Musical Group/Artist? I like a lot of different kinds of music, but I love Stevie Nicks and Louis the Child
Professional Sports Athlete? Roger Federer
Hobby? Reading, drawing and adventuring!
Phone App? Spotify
Vacation Spot? Paris, France
Quote/motto? "She turned her can'ts into cans and her dreams into plans."
What is your greatest sports moment?
My greatest sports moment would be anytime we succeed as team. It really is the best feeling!
What is your favorite thing to do off the court/field with your teammates?
Everyone's personalities. To further explain, we are all so different, but that is what makes it so much fun. We are always laughing and making the most out of every moment. They truly are amazing, so I would say my favorite thing is laughing with my team.
If you could change one rule about your sport, what would it be?
I think it would be cool instead of spinning a racket to see who serves first that it would be cool to play out a point and whoever wins that point gets the choice of who serves first.
The best thing about your hometown is?
My hometown is Yorkville, Wisconsin. Nine out of 10 times no one has heard of it or if they have heard of it they mention something about horses or farming. That is probably the best thing because it always makes me laugh since it is so different from Oshkosh.
What is your dream job?
Personal Injury Attorney
Three things on your "bucket list"?
1. Travel to my favorite countries
2. Run a marathon
3. Skydiving
Do you have any pre-game/pre-event rituals? If so, what are they?
Mine would probably be listening to one of my Spotify playlists. I am a big music fan.
What is your biggest "pet-peeve"?
When people are mean or treat others poorly.
What is your greatest fear?
Not being able to achieve the goals I have set for myself.
2019-20 UW-Oshkosh WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlights