We take a closer look at Almond-Bancroft graduate and multi-sport athlete Raegen Omernik, to get a better idea who she is, with our world-famous interview: ‘Pancakes or Waffles?’
OnFocus: What subjects/classes have been your favorite, and why?
Omernik: SPANISH because we got to watch Spanish Soap Operas
OnFocus: What are your hobbies?
Omernik: Thrifting especially for vintage items and clothing!
OnFocus: What words of wisdom can you give to other student-athletes?
Omernik: Just have fun, don’t overthink and stress about everything.
OnFocus: Who is/was your first favorite teacher and why?
Omernik: Mr. Bradley, he is a fun laid back teacher but also is a big supporter of the girls athletic programs at our school.
OnFocus: What is the most unusual food you have eaten?
Omernik: Alligator meat, reminds me of chicken!
OnFocus: What is your favorite music to listen to?
Omernik: Anything by Louis Tomlinson, I just saw him in concert in June!
OnFocus: What are your plans after high school?
Omernik: Attending UW-Madison to study business. Focusing on supply chain management in hopes of becoming a fashion buyer.
OnFocus: If they made a movie about you, and your life, what would it be called?
Omernik: Life of a Shopaholic.
OnFocus: What sports did you play throughout your high school career?
Omernik: Softball, basketball, and volleyball
OnFocus: Which teammate would you not want to be stranded with on a deserted island?
Omernik: Aaliyah or Laney, no explanation needed!
OnFocus: What are some memorable moments you have had as an athlete?
Omernik: Winning conference champs for softball and basketball. Getting to play with my sister Oakley this past year!
OnFocus: Who are your favorite athletes and/or teams?
Omernik: Badgers and Bucks
OnFocus: What do you enjoy most about competing in front of family, friends and fans?
Omernik: How hyped they can get and how supportive they are.
OnFocus: Do you have a funny or unusual moment(s) you have experienced in sports?
Omernik: A girl and I were both going after a ball and the girl landed on me and knocked her tooth out on the floor
OnFocus: What’s the best thing about being a student-athlete?
Omernik: It’s a lot of fun to be with your friends and be able to achieve individual goals as well as reaching the team goals.
OnFocus: What words of wisdom can you give to other student-athletes?
Omernik: Just have fun, don’t overthink and stress about everything.
OnFocus: Lastly, pancakes or waffles?
Omernik: PANCAKES
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Author: David Keech
David Keech is a retired teacher and works as a sportswriter, sports official and as an educational consultant. He has reported on amateur sports since 2011, known as 'KeechDaVoice.' David can be reached at [email protected]
