Catching Up with Payton Hudson

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Payton Hudson is up next on the University of Louisville softball team series of check-ins.

Catching up with Payton Hudson
Full name: Payton Alyssa Hudson
Nickname: Hudson
Hometown: McMinnville, Oregon
2021 Class: Sophomore
Major: Accounting
Post college ambition: CPA for a national/international firm

What has been one of your proudest moments?
Graduating high school

Why did you choose UofL?
I chose Louisville because it is far from home, and it reminded me of parts of my hometown. Also, I loved the culture.

What is your favorite quote, saying or motto?
"She said she could, so she did."

If you could have a super power, what would it be?
Teleportation

What has been your greatest challenge to overcome?
Moving from a dorm into a house (becoming more of an adult, dealing with adult problems)

Favorite thing about Louisville:
The atmosphere of the athletic programs and all the athletes I've met

Best subject in school:
Accounting

Best compliment you have received?
My dad telling people how proud he was of me at my signing (I cried).

Favorite thing about playing for Coach Aprile:
I love her dedication and passion for softball and her athletes.

Favorite athlete:
Damian Lillard

Most influential person in your life:
My dad

Pregame routine:
Put my necklace on (for my great grandma, it's her favorite saying, "She said she could, so she did")

Hobbies (outside of softball):
Being outside (hiking, going to the beach/ Lake, etc.), and being crafty.

More Favorites:
Sports team: Portland Trail Blazers, LA Dodgers
Musical group/singer: Juice Wrld, Billie Eilish, Post Malone
Perfect pizza: Pepperoni, sausage with mushrooms and olives
Social media platform: Snapchat
Food: Sushi
Celebrity crush: Noah Beck
TV show: Law and Order: SVU, Manifest
Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You

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