JOHNSON, Vt.- Today we highlight Kristen Tirrito of the women's tennis program on our NVU-Johnson Senior Sportlight Series!
Name: Kristen Tirrito
City: Waterville
State: Vermont
Sport: Women's Tennis
Major: Elementary Education with a Special Education endorsement
What are your plans after graduation?
Teach, spend time with my dogs and family.
What is one piece of advice you would give to your freshman self?
That you shouldn't compare yourself to others. Just because others might get higher grades than you, it doesn't mean that you're not smart too. We all have different talents, and that's a great thing.
Which NVU faculty or staff member has made the greatest impact on you and why?
Michele Whitmore for sure. She is such a great coach and friend. She really cares about the students that go to Johnson. She will always be someone I can trust and want in my life.
What one class would you retake just for fun and why?
Photography. I never would've used a darkroom or learn how to develop my own photos if it wasn't for that class.
What is the most unique thing about your hometown?
It's really small. People always ask me how to get there when all you do is keep going on the road where Journeys end is!
What is something that people may not know about you but should?
I'm joking 95% of the time. I like funny people.
Other than the sport(s) you play, what is the other one you'd like to attempt?
Tennis was my sport that I attempted and ended up really liking it! I can't think of any other!
What one professional athlete (past or present) would you like to have a conversation with and why?
Aaron Judge because I am and always will be in love with him.
List two things that appear on your post-NVU bucket list?
1. Take my Grandma to Aruba 2. Get a teaching job!
What was your most memorable moment in competition during your Badger career?
I feel like there were many. I always tried to bring my sense of humor and kindness to the court. I still was competing, but I was always me. On and off the court