Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names: Steven Rattray and Shauna Rattray
Siblings: Anna Rattray and Adam Rattray
Position or events: Point Guard
Instagram: @alexarattrayy

How did you get started playing your sport?

I started in second grade at the YMCA every Saturday morning.

How has the balance between academics and athletics changed for you from freshman to senior year?
During my freshman year, it was a struggle to learn how to balance school alongside a long basketball season. Every year it gets easier, and now it seems like forever since I was learning to be a student athlete.

What is your favorite part of this sport? What is the most challenging part of this sport?
My favorite part of this sport is the relationships I have built and the friends I have created on the high school team and AAU. The most challenging part is the effect the long season can have on you and how draining it can be with the ups and downs of the season.

What has been your most memorable experience in high school sports so far?
My junior year, my team and I made it to state for the first time in 48 years. It was a special moment, getting to experience with my sister for her last year.

Do you have a bucket list goal that pertains to your sport?
Make it to State again!

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

Throughout my years, my role has changed. This has required me to grow as a player each year in different roles based on what my team needed me to do. My confidence and leadership has also grown over my years.

Do you have any pre-game rituals/routines/superstitions?
I always warm-up with gum and do a shooting workout before the game.

Dream vacation destination?
Greece.

Any quotes that help you in your sport or life in general?
“If you’re not making mistakes, then you’re not doing anything.” -John Wooden

Favorite food?
Steak and mashed potatoes.

Random fun fact about you?

I love shopping and Starbucks!

Any hobbies outside of your sport?
Shopping, hanging out with friends and staying active in the outdoors.

Favorite movie/TV show?
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.

Any memorable coaches or teammates you’d like to shout out?
My high school coaches including Coach Abaray, Coach Vogels and Coach Lindsey! My AAU Coaches, Todd Bierwowski and Ryan Clark.

Future Plans? (college, major, career, etc.)
Still undecided but I am going to major in nursing.