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Madison Hughes, Fond du Lac

FVA Spotlight: Madison Hughes, Fond du Lac Cross Country and Track and Field

Name: Madison Hughes

School: Fond du Lac

Year in School: Senior

Sports: Cross Country, Track and Field

Other school clubs/activities: President of Student Council, Ignition Mentoring, The Cardinals Nest (DECA), National Honors Society, Key Club, Women in Leadership, FDL Rotary Student of the Month

Parents’ names: Travis & Jessica Hughes

Siblings’ names: Austin & Sydney Hughes

Favorite aspect of your school: Meeting new people, especially foreign exchange students

If you have been involved in community service projects, which has been most rewarding and why? Working with young kids because I love to see how I can help and inspire them

What is your favorite class? Human Anatomy & Physiology

Who is your favorite teacher? Mrs. Cernohous

What is the best advice one of your coaches has given you? The two things you can control is your work ethic and your attitude

Favorite youth coach: My mom

Favorite place to play on the road in the FVA? Lake Breeze Golf Course in Oshkosh

Favorite athlete to compete against in the FVA: Liz Ziegler - Fond du Lac

Favorite memory from being involved in co-curricular activities is…: Winning the 1600m and 3200m run at Sectionals last track season to qualify for state

Favorite professional team: Green Bay Packers

Favorite professional athlete: Emma Coburn

College or post-high school plans: Attend and run at a 4-year college

What is your desired major/career field? Medical Field

Something people would be surprised to know about me is…: I can recite all the presidents in order

What is at the top of your “bucket list?” Travel, specifically to Europe

What is your dream job? Helping people and making a difference in their lives

Favorite person to follow on Social Media: Nicole Lord

When I have a weekend off of sports, you can usually find me... Hanging with family or friends

A non-athletic talent I have is…: I can play the clarinet