UWP Dodgeball Club would like to congratulate our next round of BOTM/ROTM winners on their outstanding gameplay, attitude, and passion for the wonderful sport of dodgeball. Coming off of a recent away tournament, it was clear who stood out the most among both the veterans and the rookies. Congratulations to veteran Austin Kurey on being awarded Baller of the Month and to rookie Bailey Schaefer on Rookie of the Month. These two guys are some of the realest lads I’ve met, so make sure to check out their interviews below.
Austin Kurey is a 4th-year business management major from Bonduel, WI. Along with being the reigning President, Austin packs a punch every tournament with his impressive sidearm. In his free time, Austin likes to practice his other two favorite sports: basketball and beer darts. Here’s what Austin has to say.
What is your favorite bar food?
Cheese curds, which any sane Wisconsinite would say.
If you could play dodgeball with anyone, and I mean anybody, who would you play with?
Patches O’Houlihan, that man is a legend of the game and a mentor to all.
Is it frustrating sometimes knowing that your 360 will never be as good as Jordyn Vanevenhoven’s?
It’s terrible not having a throw as good as Jordyn. It’s simply not fair how athletically gifted that man is.
What is your most and least favorite subject in school?
My favorite course in college was Walk/Jog and my least favorite was probably Chemistry.
Please rank each of the 5 D’s of dodgeball from your greatest strength to your greatest weakness.
Dodge, Dodge, Dip, Duck and Dive. “When you turn sideways to dodge, you disappear.” – Someone at some point
Bailey Schaefer recently joined the club at the start of Fall 2022 and has shown passion for both the game and club. He is already one of the best catchers on the team and has also developed an in-depth understanding of the game, especially for just starting out. His hometown is Fennimore, WI and he is currently pursing social studies education major.
If you could invent a new color, what would it be called?
I would call the color Golden-Maroon.
After being in the club for a couple of months now, what are your overall thoughts?
The dodgeball club has been a lot of fun! I love the competitiveness and also how laid back we can be. It gets me to stay active while in school, and it’s an enjoyable time.
Where is your favorite place to eat in town?
My favorite place to eat in town is 7 Hills North on Main Street. Best food I’ve ever had.
Hypothetically your significant other turns into a worm, what would you do?
If my significant other would turn into a worm, I would figure out a way to turn them back into a human because I don’t think I would want to talk to a worm.
