
Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Ellie Bornhoeft, New Trier lacrosse
Ellie Bornhoeft is a senior attacker for the Trevians. Bound for Cornell, she is New Trier’s all-time leader in draw controls and she scored the game-winning overtime goal in this year’s state championship.
1. Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions?
I don’t really have any superstitions. I try to eat a good meal with protein and stay very hydrated.
2. Why is Cornell a good fit for you?
I really wanted high academics. When I met the team, the overall culture brings me so much excitement and I’m looking forward to being a part of the Cornell team next year.
3. What is your dream job?
To be honest, maybe starting my own business. I’m just inspired by people who start their own clothing business or are just entrepreneurs.
4. If you could try another sport, what would it be?
Probably soccer. I played soccer but had to quit because it’s in the same season as New Trier lacrosse. It’s just a really fun sport and I feel like it’s similar to lacrosse.
5. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?
I want to go to the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Summer time on the coast is such a beautiful scene and I think it would be really fun.
6. If you could have dinner with any celebrity, who would it be?
Honestly, Michael Jordan maybe. He’s just very inspiring in the sports world … and with his mindset. And I think he’s just really cool.
7. What is your favorite thing to do off the field?
Hang out with friends at the beach or doing water sports and enjoying the sun.
8. If you are in Walgreens with a couple bucks, what are you buying?
Probably nail polish or some sort of candy, maybe Nerds (Gummy) Clusters.
9. What is something people don’t know about you?
I write lefty but play lacrosse righty. All sports I play righty. I just write lefty.
10. How would you summarize your championship-winning senior year?
It was really a dream of mine and I’m so happy. Since it formed in March I just knew this was a team. We call ourselves legacy team now. All these people are my best friends. We have such a close bond, and because we love each other, it helped us get to where we are. We all believed we would get here as a team. … I can’t believe it’s over but think it’s the best way to go out. (Lacrosse) has been the part of New Trier for me and I’m just so grateful.
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