Athlete Spotlight

SPORT: Softball

POSITION: First base

AGE: 15

GRADE: Ninth

SCHOOL: Victory Christian

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE
SOFTBALL? I figured I would try something new and I fell in love with it.

WHAT IS THE MOST DIFFICULT THING TO DO IN SOFTBALL? To not strike out

STANDOUT MOMENT: Made a double play at the (April 16) game

STRENGTHS: Catching and throwing

IMPROVEMENT GOAL FOR THE SEASON: To hit a home run

WORST INJURY: Bruised shin

TRAINING ROUTINE: I pitch to my dad.

OTHER SPORTS: Volleyball and cheerleading

FAVORITE PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE: Tim Tebow

WHY IS BEING INVOLVED IN SPORTS IMPORTANT? It keeps you active.

SPORT: Soccer

POSITION: Stopper

AGE: 16

GRADE: 11th

SCHOOL: North Augusta High

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE SOCCER? I like the intensity.

WHAT IS THE MOST DIFFICULT THING TO DO IN SOCCER? Not get in trouble with the referees

STANDOUT MOMENT: Making playoffs this year

STRENGTHS: Defense

IMPROVEMENT GOAL FOR THE SEASON: Get stronger

WORST INJURY: Sprained ankle, concussion

TRAINING ROUTINE: A lot of conditioning and skill work

OTHER SPORTS: Travel soccer

FAVORITE PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE: Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior

WHY IS BEING INVOLVED IN SPORTS IMPORTANT? It's like a family. It shows you how to work to reach your goal.