Parents: Luke and Darcie Braaten
Sports participated in: Volleyball, Hockey, and Softball
What does it mean to be nominated for Athlete and Scholar Athlete of the Year?
It is a privilege to be nominated for Athlete of the Year/Scholar Athlete of the Year because I am proud to be a Dragon Athlete. Being nominated is an honor and recognizes my dedication and commitment to Litchfield athletics.
Personal athletic highlight or best moment from your high school career:
My favorite moment from my high school career was winning the conference championship with my softball team in 2019. Going into the eighth inning the game was tied 0-0 and I scored the game winning run to beat GSL.
What have you learned from your participation in athletics at Litchfield High School?
Participating in athletics at Litchfield High School has taught me how important it is to be part of a team. Through sports I have learned many life lessons including how to be a leader, the value in being accountable, and the importance of hard work. Most importantly, the ending to my athletic career has taught me to never take anything in life for granted because it can be gone in the blink of an eye.
Who's the teammate you most admire? Why?
The teammate I most admire is my friend Alyssa Olson. Alyssa has had to overcome more obstacles throughout her athletic career than anyone I know, but continues to exemplify the kind of athlete I can only dream of being. Her trials have pushed her to work harder, put in more time, and be a respectable leader to all her teammates.
Any athletic plans after high school?
After high school I plan to stay involved with athletics by joining intramurals in college and continuing to play and watch the sports I love.
