Thursday, October 18, 2018

Sanantha KILLane - Student-Athlete Profile



The Samantha KILLane File -

Experience:   Five years     GRADE:        10      GPA:   4.0

Favorite Subject:  My favorite subject is science because I believe it is the most interesting.

Who do you look up to?  I have always looked up to my teammates and coaches. They have always had such an impact on my life and I don't know where I would be without them.

What five-words best describe you?  Five words that best describe me is a leader, a hard worker, funny, caring, and helpful.

Favorite Athlete:  My favorite athlete would have to be Caroline Knop. She plays for the UF volleyball team and is the libero. She always takes charge on the court and is a very funny person. She always makes her teammates feel important.

Plans after high school:  After high school, I plan on going to college and studying to be a marine biologist.

Top three college choices the University of Florida, University of North Florida, Auburn University

Why are high school athletics an important part of a students education?  I think being a student-athlete is very important and teaches you a lot. It teaches you how to prioritize and to manage your time carefully.

Why is family involvement an important part of education?  Family involvement is important because they are always there to support you and treat you with kindness and respect which, is how you should treat your teammates.

What has been the highlight of your playing high school sports?  The highlight of my high school volleyball would have to be making varsity in 9th grade.

Tuesday, October 16, 2018

The Taylor Roop File


Student-Atrhlete Profile - Taylor Roop - LPA Girls Varsity Volleyball

AirROOP: Lincoln Park Academy Senior Volleyball Standout Taylor Roop has been an anchor on the Lady Greyhounds Volleyball Team for years!

Experience:   7 Years     GRADE: Grade:       12      GPA:   3.6

Favorite Subject:  Biology - I love learning about the human body.

Who do you look up to?  My Grandmother - She is the strongest person I know and I want to have a perfect family, just like she did. I aspire to be like her one day.

What five-words best describe you?  Loving, selfless, kind, athletic & sweet.

Favorite Professional Athlete:  Simone Biles - She is a strong athlete and has worked hard for everything that she has accomplished. It shows that things are not just given - you have to work for what you want just as she did.

Plans after high school:  After high school, I plan on attending a four-year college/university and study physical sciences.

Top three college choices:  Florida Atlantic, University of South Florida, Florida State University

Why are high school athletics an important part of a students education?  High school athletics are important in a student's overall education because it teaches students teamwork, time management, responsibility, and priorities. They teach things that could not be learned in the classroom.

Why is family involvement an important part of education?  Family involvement is important for a students education because it provides support and students always need an extra push to always know that someone is there for them when they need it.

What has been the highlight of your playing high school sports?  The highlight of the time I've played high school sports is making so many memories and creating strong relationships with my teammates, and being to be able to experience what it is like to be a part of a team - something I will never forget.

Thursday, October 4, 2018

Lady Greyhounds vs. Okeechobee Girls Volleyball


Student-Athlete Profile - The Jaden Meizinger File

Jaden Meizinger - Fort Pierce Central Cobras Varsity Football


Grade:  11
School:  Fort Pierce Central
GPA:     3.6
Sports:  Jaden has been playing football for 11 years and wrestling for one year.

Favorite Subject:                              
I love learning about history, our past, our culture, that of others and where we came from and how
far we have come as a society.

I admire:             
Andrew, my physical therapist who has taught me to push through the struggles and obstacles that I 
have faced in life. He has stuck by me, pushing me to challenge myself. He is a role model and because
of him, I am planning to go to college and major in physical therapy to help others.

Words that describe myself:      Hardworking, passionate, loyal, courageous, respectful

Favorite Professional Athlete:   
Russell Westbrook – he plays the game with high intensity and it is always exciting to watch him

play.


Top three college choices:           
Marshall University. Florida Atlantic University, University of Central FL