Central College Athletics

Maddie Hartley
Clarinda, Iowa
Class of 2022

Why did you chose Central?

I chose Central because I wanted a smaller school where I could make personal connections with my professors and peers. Being able to do this, while also continuing to play tennis was what made Central such the right choice for me!

Favorite professor and why?

Dr. Pam Richards hands down is my favorite processor! She is my adviser in the Exercise Science department, and I have taken all of her classes. She does a great job breaking information down for her students and is overall just a great person.

You’re majoring in Exercise Science because? 

I wanted to major in Exercise Science because I love being in the world of sports and I felt like it was a great way for me to stay involved with sports and physical education after school.

Who are your go-to musical artists?

I have a very wide range of music that I love but some of my top picks would be-

• Juice WRLD
• XXXTENTACION
• Bazzi
• Koe Wetzel
• Russ
• Parker McCollum

How has attending Central and playing a sport impacted your life?

Being at Central and playing a sport has impacted my life in such a way, it pushed me closer to people on the team and introduced me to so many new faces. More than anything I am thankful that for the connections and relationships Central has helped me build through sports.
 
Worst thing you ever did as a child? What was the punishment?

I was a perfect angel as a child…. Just ask my parents ;)
 
Just kidding! Way too many things and I couldn’t just pick one!
 
Best playlists to follow on spotify?

Personally, I am not much of a Spotify person I tend to gravitate more towards apple music to create my own playlist due to my wide music interests.
 
Favorite TV Show

Love Island for sure!
 
What's its like to play for Coach Ferrell?

Playing for Coach Ferrell is one my favorite things about this school. He has such an infectious personality that can make everyone in the room want to listen. He is by far one of the most unique people I have ever met, and I can strongly say that without him as my coach, my tennis experience at Central wouldn’t be as positive as it is. He has such a good read on both our team as a whole and us individually.

What’s your favorite part about being a member of Central women’s tennis?

Being a part of the Central women’s tennis team gives you something to look forward to and also something to be proud of!

What do you hope to be doing 10 years from now?

I hope in 10 years I will have a job with corporate health and wellness promotion. Hopefully will have a nice house with a patio to watch the sunset at night! J

Favorite food from Central Market

My favorite meal from the Central Market would probably be peanut butter and honey toast!

Bucket list

• Go Skydiving
• Travel to over 15 different countries
• Ride an elephant (that’s my favorite animal)