Senior Spotlight – Annika Swenson

Plans After Graduation

I am planning on attending and playing volleyball at Concordia St. Paul.

Honors (Volleyball or Academic):

2023 All Conference Volleyball

Finish this sentence. I will always remember: (can be life related or volleyball)

I will always remember how it feels to be apart of LNVB. The culture here is very special and unique.

What has volleyball taught you?

Volleyball has taught me the importance of hard work and setting goals both individually and collectively.

What are your goals for your Senior Year?

My goals for senior year is to make more memories with family and friends and cherish them.

Do you have a favorite meal or dessert?

My favorite meal is potato chowder or taco bell and my favorite dessert is apple pie.

Favorite Candy

My favorite candy is air heads or need clusters.

Favorite Bottle Drink

My favorite bottle drink is Dr. Pepper.

3 Favorite Apps on your phone?

1. Snapchat
2. Instagram
3. TikTok

What or who makes you laugh?

My teammates always make me laugh with their jokes and humor.

Other activities or organizations you are involved with or enjoy?

I enjoy going on walks and going to youth group on Wednesdays.

What have your coaches taught you?

My coaches taught me that it’s okay to make mistakes because you can grow through them and persevere.

How would your family or close friends describe you?

They would describe me as someone who is caring and easy to talk to.

What are some things you feel you can’t live without?

I feel like I can’t live without my family, friends and my dog.

Do you have any superstitions?

nope

Do you have any favorite sports teams or athletes?

Vikings and Nebraska Volleyball

What is one thing you would put on your “bucket” list?

My number one thing on my bucket list is to sky dive.

Favorite Quote:

“This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.””
‭‭Joshua‬ ‭1‬:‭9

Best memory from LVNVB?

My favorite memory from LNVB is the small things such as the cheers in the locker rooms, pasta dinners and hanging out with the team.

Advice for younger players?

My advice would be to enjoy your youth and have fun with the game.

Message to my parents:

Thank you both so much for supporting me through everything and always being there for me. I love you both so much!