Women's Ice Hockey

Student-Athlete Spotlight: Ellie Andersen, UW-Eau Claire

Each week during the 2024-25 academic year, the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) will feature two student-athletes (one male and one female) from one of its eight institutions for a “Student-Athlete Spotlight” Q & A segment. The segments will be posted every Thursday and individuals are selected by the institution. The WIAC Student-Athlete Spotlights are presented by Culver's.

Name:  Ellie Andersen
Institution:  UW-Eau Claire
Hometown (High School):  Fergus Falls, Minn. (Fergus Falls High School)
Year in school:  Senior
Sport:  Women’s Hockey
Major:  Exercise Science

Why did you choose UW-Eau Claire?
I was impressed with the hockey program and its talented players. UW-Eau Claire also offers many top-rated academic programs.

What do you like most about competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and being a NCAA Division III student-athlete?
I enjoy the competitive nature of the league and the opportunity to compete for a national championship.
 
What is your favorite…
Menu item from Culver’s?  Cheese Curds
Flavor of the Day from Culver’s?  Peach Crisp
TV Show?   Tracker
Holiday?  Christmas
Food?  Waffles
Animal?  Dogs
Smartphone App?  Instagram
Musical Group or Artist?  Riley Green
Professional Sports Athlete or Team?  Minnesota Wild
Vacation Spot?  Hawaii
 
What is your greatest sports moment? 
Winning the Section 6A Championship and earning consolation champion at the 2019 Minnesota State High School Girls Hockey Tournament.
 
What is your favorite thing to do off the court/field with your teammates?
I enjoy hanging out, watching hockey, and having some good food with my teammates.
 
Who is someone that you look up to?
I have always admired the Lamoureux twins, Monique and Jocelyne, for their outstanding hockey accomplishments and generous character.
 
Do you have any words of advice for younger/upcoming student-athletes?
Try to stay in the present and enjoy where you are currently in your youth or high school career.
 
One word that describes you?
Determined.
 
What is your dream job? 
Working for a professional team or design hockey equipment.
 
Three things on your "bucket list"?
---Visit Banff National Park.
---Watch the Masters Tournament at Augusta National.
---Own a wake surf boat.
 
A non-athletic talent that you have is?
Lawn care.

Do you have any pre-game/pre-event superstitions or rituals? If so, what are they?
I always put my left skate on before my right.
 
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