The University of Mississippi Athletics
FRESH FACES: Softball's Ava Tillmann
1/29/2018 | Softball, Blog
In the sixth of a 10-part series introducing the Ole Miss softball newcomers for the 2018 season, Monday's profile features pitcher Ava Tillmann.Ava Tillmann | RHP | R/R | 5-10 | Fr. | Cedartown, Ga. (Cedartown HS)What made you choose Ole Miss?Ole Miss felt comfortable, like home, instantly. It is not too far from Georgia but far enough for a college experience and a place to play out my softball career. I love the atmosphere, and of course The Grove!What do you like most about Ole Miss and Oxford?How everyone is family, everyone is friendly, and is always respectful! Such a sweet, southern place to be!What is your favorite part about being an athlete at Ole Miss? The love we get from the community and student body. Every time someone realizes you are an athlete, they immediately think it is awesome and have so much to say to me! What is your favorite Ole Miss tradition?Anytime someone says "Are you ready?" Everyone around knows exactly what to say every time!Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions?No pregame, but before I pitch each inning, I write "BW+" (a cross) in memory of my dad's best friend that passed away. He loved me, and the game of softball so much.
Quick Hits...Pick anywhere in the world to vacation, where would you go? Hawaii!What is your go-to hangout place? My sisters to play with my niece!Team you're looking most forward to playing on the 2018 schedule? Georgia - I took lessons with a girl I am close to and I look forward to seeing her and both of us being with our college teams! Georgia is also my home state!What is your dream profession/career? Give pitching lessons and have my own facility that is open to athletes of all kinds to get better!
Favorites...Movie: RadioBand/Music group: Florida Georgia LineTV Show: Big BrotherActress/Actor: Zac EfronSnack Food: Hot CheetosIce cream flavor: ChocolateCandy bar: ButterfingerFruit: WatermelonCereal: Lucky CharmsHome cooked meal: Smoked meat, slaw, lazy potato salad, beansFast food restaurant: Taco BellSoda: CokePlace to eat in Oxford: AjaxFemale athlete: Jennie FinchMale athlete: Cam NewtonProfessional team: Atlanta FalconsAnimal: DogsHoliday: Easter
