The Team Impact Award is given to the player that always gives it their all on the court and brings the energy regardless of the score. They know how to rally the team and keep the mood light when it is needed. This individual was voted on by their teammates, and the winner of this year’s team impact award is Reagan Bucholtz. Let’s take a look at her interview on how she feels about winning this award!
Q: How do you feel about winning this award?
A: I feel very honored to be winning this award. For me, I can’t think of an award I would want more. It was quite an adventure being honorary “team doctor” but I got to help my teammates. I’m so glad I was able to leave a positive impact on my team this year!
Q: What do you hope to see the club achieve this coming season?
A: I hope to see our club be more connected and competitive next season. In co-ed, we were able to win the conciliation bracket two years in a row now, but next year I think we will be able to make it to the winner’s bracket! For no-sting I hope we are able to make it to the final four again at nationals. Overall we also need to work on our recruiting since we will be having a lot of people graduating after next year.
Q: What advice would you give to younger and new players?
A: Focus on the basics and form rather than just doing whatever. Doing that will help prevent injuries. Also, always put being a good teammate before being a good player. A club is about making friendships that last, not about being the best player ever.
Q: What was your favorite moment from this past season?
A: I have a few, all of them being overtime games (these are always so fun)! The overtime games against UNL’s Women’s team was very exciting. Honestly, the entire game was extremely exciting. Had a ton of fun playing them and enjoyed the great competition. Next in winning against NKU in the bracket at women’s nationals, it was a very intense game and both teams fought hard! It was also the game that got us into the final four. Lastly, our overtime game against UIUC to win the conciliation bracket at co-ed nationals this year was one of the best moments of the season!
Q: Do you have plans to continue playing Dodgeball in the future?
A: Yes! I plan to play the next two years of college. After that I probably will step back from playing as much, NDA isn’t really something I plan to do. I do hope to come back for Platteville home tournaments for alumni games!
Congratulations to Reagan for winning this award and for all of the hard work she’s put in this season!