By Murray Gleffe, Sports Correspondent

Name:         Jayme Kiser

Sport:         Girls Tennis

Student Spotlight Jayme Kiser

What is it like to be a leader on the tennis team at Ashwaubenon?

“It’s an honor to be a leader having the younger kids look up to you, and to be a good role model and inspire them to do well in their matches.”

What is your most embarrassing moment ever in tennis?

“Completely missing the ball during a match.”

How many years have you been involved in tennis?

“I’ve been involved with tennis since I was ten years old.”

What is your most memorable moment in tennis?

“The bus rides home from matches with the team, and team bonding moments as well.”

What’s the hardest aspect about tennis?

“Not letting the other player get in your head while you’re playing a match. As soon as you let them, it’s a struggle from there.”

If you could be somebody for one day, who would it be?

“If I had to be someone for a day I would be Tomi Lahren. She’s an inspiring person because she speaks what’s on her mind and stands up for what she believes in.”

What are your college aspirations?

“I would like to attend a big school in a state with warm weather such as ASU, University of Texas, or Florida Gulf Coast.”

What would be your dream job once you graduate?

“My dream job is to become either an orthopedic surgeon or a neurosurgeon.”

What are your hobbies?

“Anything outdoors, like tennis, swimming, snowboarding, boating etc.”

What is your favorite sporting event ever attended?

“My favorite sporting event was during my freshman year of high school when the football team was playing Bay Port. We were down in the first half and came back and won the game.”

What is your favorite kind of music?

“Country music and the 80’s and 90’s.”

What three words best describe you?

“Caring, Competitive, and hard-working”

What is your favorite trip(s) ever taken?

“Going out West to snowboard with my family.”

Favorites:

Food:               

Cheese Curds

Subject:

Chemistry/Science

TV Show:

Family Guy

Athlete:

Aaron Rodgers

Board Game:

Monopoly

Candy:

Sourpatch kids

Ice Cream:

Cookie dough

Holiday:

Fourth of July or Thanksgiving

Season:

Summer

Jaguar Girls Tennis (Assistant Coach) Raelynn Wingert,

“When I first started coaching at Ashwaubenon three years ago, Jayme was the first athlete that I met. Right when I started to get to know her I could tell right away how genuine, hard-working, and what a radiant energy she has. It’s hard for me to even put into words my appreciation and respect for Jayme both as an athlete and as a person, but I know those that know her know exactly what I’m talking about. It’s hard to find players with the resilience and fight that Jayme possesses. She’s got this grit and work ethic about her that can’t be compared. The phrase “give up” sincerely doesn’t exist in her vocabulary. Her teammates respect her and follow her lead without question not only because of her drive and work ethic, but also because of her personality. This is evident by Jayme being a captain of the tennis team again this season.  She’s a “gamer” as we’d say, meaning she’ll fight to the end, but more importantly she’s also got a heart of gold. She will drop anything to help out a teammate, friends or family, or even just to do anything to better a cause. Her sincerity, mixed with some fun sarcasm (usually towards me) and humor, makes her an absolute joy to be around. The footsteps Jayme has already and will continue to leave on this program have built such a strong foundation that we will be able to continue to build on for years to come.  I couldn’t be more proud of the young lady I’ve seen Jayme grow into throughout her high school career. I know I’m not the only one to feel this way, but I’ll truly miss Jayme being around next year. I couldn’t wish her more luck on her future endeavors after AHS. We are lucky to have such a joy like her around.”