Athletes of the Week: Dylan Thomas and Lexi Cannistraci
Each week we choose an Athlete of the Week from nominations made by the head coaches. This week we choose two deserving award winners.
Name: Dylan Thomas
Sport: Basketball
Grade: 11th
Accomplishments:
Dylan scored 28 pts. in a big road victory at Central.
Coach George Gripp’s Quote:
“Dylan’s hot shooting in the second quarter at Central helped us get out of a big hole and secure a much needed road win”
Eagle Eye: How did you first get involved in this sport?
Dylan Thomas: “My parents signed me up when I popped out of the womb.”
EE: What other sport(s) do you play?
DT: “Track and professional checker player” #KingMe
EE: Favorite professional sports team?
DT: New York Knicks
EE: Favorite professional athlete?
DT: Carmelo Anthony
EE: Who is your hero? Why?
DT: “My parents because they’re the most influential people in my life.”
EE: Favorite band/musician?
DT: Grayson Putt’s piano skills
EE: Favorite movie?
DT: Doctor Strangelove
EE: Favorite food?
DT: Mashed potatoes
EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?
DT: “Get chicks or die trying”
EE: What are your future goals?
DT: “Attend PSU for nursing and take my medical talents to get my master in nurse practitioner.”
Name: Lexi Cannistraci
Sport: Basketball
Grade: 12th
Accomplishments:
Lexi has averaged a double-double in her first three games including a 24 point game against Claysburg.
Coach Luke Rhoades Quote:
“Alexis is a hard worker who is off to solid start. She is vital to our team’s success.”
Eagle Eye: How did you first get involved in this sport?
Lexi Cannistraci: “I’ve been playing basketball since I was about 5 or 6”
EE: What other sport(s) do you play?
LC: Volleyball and track
EE: Favorite professional sports team?
LC: New York Knicks
EE: Favorite professional athlete?
LC: Carmelo Anthony
EE: Who is your hero? Why?
LC: “My mom because she taught me in basketball, school, and life.”
EE: Favorite band/musician?
LC: None
EE: Favorite movie?
LC: The Parent Trap
EE: Favorite food?
LC: Steak and mashed potatoes
EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?
LC: “Play every game like it’s your last but also don’t stress about games just go out there and have fun.”
EE: What are your future goals?
LC: Go to college and play basketball
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