The Republic’s Athletes of the Week
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MALE
Columbus East junior football player Brock Patterson
(The defensive end fell on a fumble in the end zone for a touchdown and had a sack that forced a fumble that led to a touchdown in East’s 41-6 victory against Jeffersonville that clinched the Hoosier Hills Conference title)
His performance last week:
“Overall, I had a few less tackles than normal. And it’s not all on me. Without those other 10 guys, I wouldn’t do much.”
Do you do anything special to prepare?
“I’m not a music guy. I usually sit by myself, and I do like to laugh a little and lighten the mood. I also always get a 6-inch sub from Subway. I got a 12-inch sub once and it was my worst game of the season.”
Your favorite drink:
“Gatorade”
Your favorite food:
“Swiss steak. My stepmom (Diana Patterson) makes it.”
Your favorite music group:
“B.O.B.”
Your favorite book:
“The Hunger Games series. I hate to say that because everyone does, but I guess there is a reason for that.”
Your favorite class:
“Definitely science. I love AP biology. I want to go into pharmacy.”
Your role model:
“My dad (Mike Patterson). I had a few rough times in middle school, and he always brought me to the brighter side. He is an understanding guy, and he always was there for me.”
Best advice:
“Play as hard as you can no matter what you are doing, whether it’s sports or academics. That’s Coach (Bob) Gaddis.”
Your athletics goal:
“I want to be the best I can be for the team and help to lead them to state. I hope I can play college ball.”
If you could travel anywhere:
“Probably Spain. I’m a fourth-year Spanish student. It’s beautiful everywhere there.”
FEMALE
Columbus North senior soccer player Elizabeth James
(The goalkeeper and University of Dayton recruit made several big saves in North’s 2-0 victory against Columbus East that gave the Bull Dogs a sectional championship)
Her performance last week:
“I was very pleased with my performance. I try to stay mentally in the game just as much as physically. I was pretty happy and hope I can continue going forward.”
Do you do anything special to prepare?
“I try to get to the field early and work on my kicking before the game by myself. I just try and spend some time alone so I can focus on some things.”
Your favorite drink:
“Chocolate milk”
Your favorite food:
“Macaroni and cheese”
Your favorite music group:
“John Mayer”
Your favorite book:
“The Harry Potter series”
Your favorite class:
“History”
Your role models:
“Hope Solo and Shannon Boxx”
Best advice:
“No matter what the situation or the adversity, to continue to persevere an let your effort outshine those who may have talent.”
Your athletics goal:
“To earn All-Atlantic 10 honors and be an All-American in college.”
If you could travel anywhere:
“Italy. I have a fascination with Europe, and they’re good at soccer.”
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