Edgar student-athlete Emily Murkowski goes under the spotlight, and we get to know her a little better with our world-famous interview: Pancakes or Waffles? Read on to find out the inside scoop…
OnFocus: What are your favorite subjects/classes and why?
Murkowski: My favorite classes are psychology and sociology because I am very interested in the mind and the human thought process.
OnFocus: What words of wisdom can you give to other student-athletes?
Murkowski: I would tell other student-athletes that the hard work you put in will pay off, and to never strive to be perfect, give yourself achievable goals.
OnFocus: What are your hobbies?
Murkowski: I really enjoy playing volleyball and spending time with my family, and when I am not doing that I am usually shopping or hanging out with friends.
OnFocus: Who is/was your first favorite teacher and why?
Murkowski: My second grade teacher Mrs.Rislove was my favorite because she always made class fun and she was always there to help me which made a big impact on my life.
OnFocus: What is the most unusual food you have eaten?
Murkowski: Normally I don’t go outside my comfort zone when it comes to food but when I was in New Orleans I had eaten alligator and that is the most unusual food I have eaten.
OnFocus: What is your favorite music to listen to?
Murkowski: My favorite music to listen to is country and pop.
OnFocus: What are your plans after high school?
Murkowski: I will be Attending UW- Green Bay with a major in psychology.
OnFocus: If they made a movie about you, and your life, what would it be called?
Murkowski: ‘The bold and the beautiful’
OnFocus: What sports do you play?
Murkowski: Volleyball
OnFocus: Which teammate would you not want to be stranded with on a deserted island?
Murkowski: Shelby
OnFocus: What are some memorable moments you have had as an athlete?
Murkowski:My most memorable moment as a volleyball athlete was seeing a whole new varsity team come and grow together to be a team nobody expected.
OnFocus: Who are your favorite athletes and/or teams?
Murkowski: My favorite teams are Badger volleyball and Nebraska volleyball.
OnFocus: What do you enjoy most about competing in front of family, friends and fans?
Murkowski: I really enjoy playing knowing I have all that support behind me and knowing that after the game they will be there to talk about it.
OnFocus: Do you have a funny or unusual moment(s) you have experienced in sports?
Murkowski: I once ate half a birthday cake in the locker room before I played and ended up playing one of my best games of the season.
OnFocus: What’s the best thing about being a student-athlete at Edgar?
Murkowski: I think the best part about being a student athlete at Edgar hs is the support system and knowing if you have a big win or lose everyone in the community and at school is there to back you up.
OnFocus: What words of wisdom can you give to other student-athletes?
Murkowski: I would tell other student-athletes that the hard work you put in will pay off, and to never strive to be perfect, give yourself achievable goals.
OnFocus: Lastly, pancakes or waffles?
Murkowski: Pancakes all the way, especially McDonalds!!
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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]
