Meet the Athlete: Ayva Murray

Published 3:49 pm Tuesday, April 29, 2025

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Q: What grade are you in?
A: 12th

Q: What town do you live in, and which school do you attend?
A: Albert Lea, ALHS

Q: Who is your immediate family?
A: My mom, Abby; my dad, Jon; my sister, Sienna; and my brother, Charlie.

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Q: Which sports do you play?
A: I play golf and manage the girls’ hockey team

Q: What is your favorite part of playing your sport?
A: Definitely the amazing group of girls I get to play with each year. The friendships and memories I have with all of them are things I will never forget.

Q: What has playing that sport taught you?
A: Golf has taught me patience and how important it is to stay focused. It has also shown me how individual success contributes to the overall success of the team. It’s a sport that really emphasizes personal growth while still being part of something bigger.

Q: What’s your favorite sports memory?
A: The bus rides to meets and the going out to eat with the team are some of my best memories. The laughs, inside jokes and stories are things I will never forget. I also loved starting our team Instagram, which has been a fun way to remember those memories.

Q: How did you get started in your sport?
A: I attended golf camps for many years when I was little, so I was excited to join the high school team in seventh grade.

Q: What sports did your family members play?
A: My dad wrestled and played football. My brother plays football, hockey and golf, and my sister plays hockey and softball.

Q: What are your sports-related achievements?
A: I’ve earned varsity letters, Spotlight on Scholarships and team captain.

Q: What are your sports-related goals?
A: My main goal this season is to bring our team closer together and create a fun environment for everyone to make it a very memorable season.

Q: What are your college plans? Major?
A: I plan to attend Belmont University in the fall to major in business management.

Q: What is your favorite school subject?
A: Math

Q: Who is your favorite teacher?
A: Mrs. Brackey

Q: What are your hobbies?
A: I enjoy golfing, baking, watching movies, going for walks and hanging out with friends and family.

Q: What is an interesting fact about you?
A: I have a mini goldendoodle named Ollie