Bishop Carroll sophomore Madi Wingler is a two-sport athlete and one of the top players to watch in coming seasons. This year, Wingler was able to get in onto the court, but the pitch was another story.

Wingler started playing soccer at the age of six. Being around her teammates and competing for her school are two things Wingler loves about being a student-athlete at Bishop Carroll. And the support she received during a recent online poll certainly helped solidify her passion for her school and the game of soccer.

“It means everything, to know we always have someone backing us up and being there for support. I know and my teammates know that our Coach Rauch gives so much time to the program and everyone who supports us, it drives us to always do our best no matter the circumstances. My favorite times were being able to look up and see all the people who came out to watch us play,” said Wingler.

Also a club player, Wingler is involved in many things outside of school.

“I play club soccer for Rush and Energy FC. I was given the opportunity by my goalkeeper coach Kyle Eno, to teach kids how to be goalkeepers. That has taught me so much to be able to be both the student and the teacher. I also like to participate in my parish as much as I can,” said Wingler.

For Wingler, being a student-athlete for Bishop Carroll is more than just being on the field or basketball court.

“I enjoy the opportunities that it has provided for me. Bishop Carroll has both great teachers and great coaches that helped me grow as an athlete, a student, and most importantly in my faith. I have also been able to build new friendships with people I may have never known,” said Wingler.

Upon graduating from Bishop Carroll, Wingler plans to attend a state college and continue playing soccer at the next level.

“I will be attending Kansas State University with a scholarship to play soccer. I intend to pursue a major in sports medicine. I also hope to further my soccer career past the college level,” said Wingler.