Men's Basketball

Student-Athlete Spotlight: Miles Hettinger, UW-Platteville

Each week during the 2025-26 academic year, the 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:  Miles Hettinger
Institution:  UW-Platteville
Hometown and High School:  Stewartville, Minn. (Stewartville High School)
Year in school:  Senior
Sport:  Men’s Basketball
Major:  Finance

Why did you choose UW-Platteville?
It felt like a 2nd home.

What do you like most about competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and being a NCAA Division III student-athlete?
It has always kept me on my toes and determined to succeed.
 
What is your favorite…
Menu item from Culver’s?  Double Cheeseburger
Flavor of the Day from Culver’s?  Salted Caramel
Non-Athletic Spot on Campus?  Frolf Course
TV Show?  Ted Lasso
Holiday?  Christmas
Food?  Steak
Animal?  Giraffe
Smartphone App?  Spotify
Musical Group or Artist?  Post Malone
Professional Sports Athlete or Team?  Green Bay Packers
Vacation Spot?  Skiathos, Greece
 
What is your greatest sports moment? 
The present one.
 
What is your favorite thing to do off the court/field with your teammates?
Probably eat.
 
Who is someone that you look up to?
My Dad.
 
Do you have any words of advice for younger/upcoming student-athletes?
Really try to figure out who your kind of people are, and don’t apologize for it.
 
One word that describes you?
Persistent.
 
What is your dream job?
CEO of financial wellness company.

What’s your dream sporting event to attend?
NBA Finals or Olympics.
 
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