April 4, 2025 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

10 things you don’t know about me… Bobbi Busboom

Every week we ask an area resident to share 10 facts about themselves. This week we talked to Bobbi Busboom, the assistant athletics director, of development operations at the University of Illinois. Busboom lives in St. Joseph and graduated from SJO. She is the daughter of Dick and Lynda Duval and the sister to SJO basketball coach Kiel Duval and SJO assistant volleyball coach Toni Barnes.

What is your favorite childhood memory?
Honestly, high school football season offered so many great childhood memories. State championship games and post-game coaches parties, Saturday film exchange, and road trips were all apart of our fall weekends. Gameday breakfasts with my dad from when I was about 12 until he retired were some of my most cherished times.

What was your first pets name and what kind of pet was it?
Buddy. Puppy. We got Buddy when we moved into our first house right outside of Royal. I was about seven years old.

What are you most proud of?
My family. They continue to teach and coach in our community. They are really making a difference. I admire them for that.

What is the best advice you have ever received and who gave it to you?
Honestly, it wasn’t really advice given verbally. It was the work ethic, demonstrated by my mom and dad. And not only that, but to work harder than everyone else. Get there early and stay late. Do not only your job, but do whatever needs to be done. That was always instilled in us growing up…but it was never really said…just led by example.

What is a book you have read that has stayed with you?
A book that I have actually read pretty recently that really has impacted the way I work is “Radical Candor” by Kim Scott. Excellent read for individuals trying to really refine their leadership skills and be a better boss and leader. It’s a book that has a really strong message and I’ll probably read more than once. I honestly love “self-help” books about leadership, passion, and work ethic.

What is a movie or TV show you could watch over and over?
Remember the Titans // Friday Night Lights (the show and movie)

What is something you always carry with you?
Dental Floss.

Where is your most favorite place you have traveled to?
For work, Palm Springs, California for a golf outing. But I’m headed to Ireland in a few weeks and am hopeful that it will be amazing! For personal travel, Cozumel. It is my favorite vacation spot.

What do you like about your job?
Every day is completely different. I am able to meet such interesting people and organize some pretty amazing events. I have so many awesome co-workers, friends from other schools in this industry, and leaders of which I have the privilege of working. I found a career in which I am able to combine my love for sports with what I do.

What would someone be surprised to know about you?
I’m allergic to a lot. My family teases me that I should probably live in a bubble…and that I’m allergic to life. Dogs, cats, dust, dander of all sorts, many scents…I sneeze a lot.

in People
Banner
Related Posts

Kids say…

June 17, 2019

June 17, 2019

Every week we ask five St. Joseph area students a question about farming. Today, five students from PVO South tell...

Senior spotlight… Luke Cohen

October 22, 2019

October 22, 2019

Every week we ask a senior five questions. This week we talked to Luke Cohen. What do you want to...

Deadline approaching for Pageant

May 27, 2019

May 27, 2019

The deadline to compete in the Champaign County Fair Queen and Little Miss Pageant is this week. The Champaign County...

Ask the doctor: Which internet resources can I trust for medical information?

March 3, 2021

March 3, 2021

By Jeanelle Murphy, DO In this age of technology it is important to know what websites will give you accurate...

10 things about me….. Dana Rowland

April 3, 2019

April 3, 2019

You may know Dana Rowland as the co-chair of the SJO Post Prom Cash Bash but now you can get...

Love of the game: Two St. Joseph residents umpire at state softball tournament

June 3, 2019

June 3, 2019

Slipping on wet grass actually helped Karl Black’s first experience working as an umpire at the high school softball state...

10 things you don’t know about me …BRANDI CARMIEN BURNETT

September 23, 2022

September 23, 2022

BRANDI CARMIEN BURNETT will be inducted into the SJO Hall of Fame tonight during halftime of the Homecoming Football game....

Spartan Spotlight… Lindsey Aden

April 8, 2020

April 8, 2020

St. Joseph-Ogden senior Lindsey Aden has big plans for her future. Aden, who lives outside of Royal, will be attending...

10 things you don’t know about me…KERMIT EUGENE ESAREY

September 23, 2022

September 23, 2022

KERMIT EUGENE ESAREY will be inducted into the St. Joseph-Ogden Hall of Fame tonight. Kermit was born and raised in...

St. Joseph youth Dalton revs it up at motocross nationals

July 29, 2019

July 29, 2019

This week, Tristan Dalton is trying to become a national champion. The 11-year-old St. Joseph resident is competing at the...

Wheelhouse steps up to help community

August 19, 2020

August 19, 2020

Abbie Layden-Rogiers and her husband Ryan Rogiers have always wanted to help the community. The owners of The Wheelhouse in...

Area students make Parkland Deans list

June 5, 2019

June 5, 2019

Area students make the Parkland Deans List FithianJazmine L. Rodriguez HomerGracyn A. AllenBrody D. ColeFiona N. ElyLena C. LeonbergerMarissa L....

Sewing it all together: Hartman taking part in Project Run and Play

March 31, 2022

March 31, 2022

Growing up, St. Joseph resident Emily Hartman used to watch her mother and grandmother sew.They would create one-of-a-kind, custom-made clothes...

5 things you don’t know about me… McKenzie Keller

August 7, 2019

August 7, 2019

McKenzie is in the running for the title of Little Princess! She is six years old. We asked her to...

Get to know to know SJO Senior Marching Band member Maya Hewkin

October 21, 2022

October 21, 2022

My favorite thing about marching band is the connection between the students. Being in band is like being a part...

Comments
Leave a Reply