It takes a good defense to win championships, and Southern Door senior libero and Culver's Door County Student-Athlete of the Week Jackie Atkins takes pride in doing just that.

Atkins admits her small stature led her to the position but says she has always loved playing defense ever since she started playing volleyball in third grade. That strength has led the Eagles to their first-ever Packerland Conference championship this season, thanks in part to Atkins' impressive dig totals all year long. Atkins believes this team is special.

Atkins' favorite subjects are math and science and hopes to play volleyball collegiately after graduation. After defeating Roncalli on Tuesday, Southern Door battles St. Mary's Springs at home beginning at 7 p.m.