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Our People

Drew Freitag

League Director & Partnership Director

Born in Beloit, WI. Attended Beloit Memorial High School and played baseball and basketball. Attended Edgewood College and Beloit College, received my bachelors in Psychology and also played baseball and basketball. Attended Saint Leo University in Tampa, FL for my masters in Industrial Organizational Psychology while I was also an assistant coach for the Men’s Basketball team. Just recently relocated back to Madison, WI where my girlfriend Kenzie and I have a home. 

Favorite sport to watchBasketball
Favorite sport to play: Baseball 
Favorite athleteSteve Nash & Jacoby Ellsbury 
Favorite sports team: Wisconsin Badgers 
HobbiesTraveling, spending time with family, sporting events, working out, reading, spending time in Northern WI. 

Erin Zibrowski

Operations and Events Manager

Erin was born and raised in the Madison area and has many fond memories of shooting hoops with her brother and father as a kid.  In middle school she played volleyball and basketball and as an adult she still enjoys shooting around while helping her son learn to play basketball and soccer.  When the weather is right, you can find Erin in a kayak on a lake, enjoying beach time with her son, or exploring one of the Ice Age Trails she has yet to cross off her list.
Favorite sport to watch: Baseball
Favorite sport to play: Basketball
Favorite athlete:  Michael Jordan
Favorite sports team: Badgers
Hobbies: Kayaking, Hiking the Ice Age Trail, taking pictures in nature, crafting, and singing

Beau Benner

General Manager

I grew up in the small town of Juda, WI, which is about 45 minutes south of Madison.  Sports have always been a huge part of my life, whether playing, officiating, or watching.  I live in Fitchburg with my wife, daughter, cat and dog. 

Favorite sport to watch: Football and MMA
Favorite sport to play: Volleyball and Softball
Favorite athlete: Bobby Boucher
Favorite sports team: Green Bay Packers and Chicago Cubs
Hobbies: Travelling, my wife and I have been to over 30 countries

Jeff Smith

Food & Beverage Manager

Born and raised in Racine, Wisconsin, Jeff came to UW-Madison 16 years ago. After completing his studies, he was a hospitality manager on Madison’s east side for over a decade. Desiring a change of pace, Jeff found his way to the KEVA family continuing what he does best — providing fun in the recreation business. When Jeff’s not spending time at KEVA, he enjoys cheering on the Brewers & any UW Badger team, playing a round of disc golf, or reading a nice mystery thriller novel from the Union Terrace chairs.
Favorite sport(s) to watch: Baseball
Favorite sport(s) to play: Bowling? Is it a sport? Otherwise basketball
Favorite Athlete: Russell Wilson
Favorite sports team: Brewers & Badgers
Hobbies: Bowling Disc Golf, Reading, & Poker

Lucia Ricker

Lil' Kickers Coordinator

 

Previously the intern, now the youngest Keva employee; she is finishing up her bachelor’s degree at UW Madison. When she’s not found at Keva she’s most likely at a coffee shop, the gym, or hanging out watching a movie.

 

 

Favorite Sport to watch: Soccer

Favorite sport to play: Tennis

Favorite athlete: Jordan Love

Favorite team: Badger football

Hobbies: Lifting, thrifting, painting, and making coffee

Garry Mason

Youth Sports Director

We are very excited to welcome Garry back to our KEVA family.  From the Motor City to the Badger state and many points in between Garry is an avid Badger’s, Brewer’s and Lion’s fan, yes we all have our flaws.  When not traveling to see his favorite teams play, his goal is to watch the Brewers play in every MLB stadium, Garry enjoys going on adventures with his better half and their pup.  With a B.A. in Sports Studies and an M.A. in Business Administration, Garry has had a role in Youth sports for over 15 years and enjoys passing on his enthusiasm and love for all sports to everyone he coaches.

“Just play. Have fun. Enjoy the game.” – Michael Jordan

Nathaniel Corkery

Court Manager

Product of Madison, WI and now considered a Keva veteran with a year and some change under my belt. Sports and more specifically travel basketball, has had a huge impact on my existence, and ultimately continues to be an integral part of my life as the adult league director of Volleyball and Basketball at the facility. Outside of work I can be found spending too much money on sneakers, traveling with my pup and playing video games.

Favorite sport to watch: Football / Combat Sports
Favorite sport to play: Basketball
Favorite athlete:  Kevin Durant / Alex Pereira
Favorite sports team: Green Bay Packers / Milwaukee Bucks
Hobbies: Video Games, Fashion and Repurposing Items

Lici Mixson

Youth Volleyball Manager

Youngest (and funniest) of 3 siblings, she spends most of her time playing volleyball or sitting at home with a book. When she’s not reading or playing volleyball, she is most likely hanging out, eating, or going thrift shopping with her sisters!

Favorite sport to watch: Volleyball
Favorite sport to play: Volleyball
Favorite athlete: Tionna Williams or Haleigh Washington
Favorite team: UW Badgers Volleyball
Hobbies: Reading, thrift shopping, playing volleyball