Ellensburg, Wash. -- Each week wildcatsports.com will highlight a different Wildcat student-athlete as part of our 2020 Player Profiles series.
 
Name: Alycia Bannan
Sport: Softball
Position: Infield
Hometown: Orting, Wash.
 
How many years have you been playing Softball?
11
 
Favorite Moment as a Wildcat?
The moment that the team found out we had made it to the sub-regional tournament my sophomore year!
 
What drives you to get up in the morning and train?
My teammates and my own motivation to make myself better (for myself and for the team)
 
What is something you are currently working on?
My confidence
 
Is pineapple an acceptable topping for pizza?
Absolutely not
 
Biggest Pet Peeve?
Weird noises: nails on chalkboard, people chewing, people picking their nails, etc.
 
If you were a superhero, who would you be?
Iron Man
 
Who do you consider role models? Why?
My parents. They have always put others first and I strive to be as selfless and caring as them someday
 
Do you have any pregame or game day rituals?
Always have to have one piece of peanut butter toast before I leave to get ready in the locker room! Once I get to the locker room, I braid my hair and listen to music with teammates that pumps us up for game day
 
When you aren't training, or playing, what are your hobbies?
Being outside: Hiking, swimming, camping, etc.; watching reality TV shows on Netflix; and hanging out with my roommates
 
Which actor or actress would you pick to play you in a movie?
Isla Fisher
 
If you didn't play your position, what position would you play?  Why?
I've played almost everything at this point, but I caught a lot of bullpen last year so I wouldn't mind trying to be a catcher
 
What music do you listen to right before a game?
Feel good music like Bryce Vine or EDM
 
What is something about you fans may find surprising?
Despite my hair color & city I chose to go to school in, I LOVE sun and warm weather. People always say that's weird because I burn so easily