Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week: Laney Woomer

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By Grace Naylor, Staff Writer • December 6, 2024 • 118 Views

By Abby Lucas

Name: Laney Woomer

Sport: Basketball

Grade: 11

Accomplishments: Woomer led the team with 19 points and 6 rebounds in their season opener against Penns Valley on Wednesday.

EE: How did you first get involved in this sport?

AW: My parents signed me up, and I went to Rhoades clinics

EE: What other sports do you play?

AW: None

EE: Favorite sports team?

AW: UConn

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

AW: Paige Bueckers

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

AW: My dad because he pushes me to meet my full potential in every game and outside of basketball.

EE: Favorite band/musician?

AW: Morgan Wallen

EE: Favorite movie/show?

AW: It Ends With Us

EE: Favorite food?

AW: Chipotle and french fries

EE: What advice can you give to younger athletes?

AW: Always push yourself to your full potential and never give up.

EE: What are your future goals?

AW: Go to college and work to become an ultrasound technician.

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About the Contributors

Grace Naylor, Staff Writer

Grace is a junior at Tyrone Area High School. This is Grace’s second year in Eagle Eye. Grace plays basketball and softball at Tyrone. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with family and friends. Grace enjoys writing about sports and fun events happening around the school. Grace is a member of All Eagles, a club dedicated to inclusion. She is also a part of the National Honor Society. Grace is also on the Eagle Yearbook staff. She wants to attend a four year college as a Special Education Teacher for elementary students when she graduates high school.

Abby Lucas, Staff Writer

Abby is a sophomore entering her first year in Eagle Eye. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, playing with her dogs, and spending time with her family and friends. Some of her favorite music artists are Zach Bryan and Cardi B. You will most likely see her out and about with friends or supporting her brother from the sidelines every Friday night. Since a young age, she’s loved watching her brother play football, which has helped her grow her love for sports. After high school, she plans to attend college and major in sports media. This year, she hopes to cover all kinds of sports stories and take lots of pictures.

Abby Anthony, Staff Writer

Abby Anthony is a junior and this is her second time on the Eagle Eye staff. She is a member of the volleyball team and plays for the Horseshoe Volleyball Club. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her friends and family. After high school, she plans to get her real estate license and attend a college in Florida. Her favorite movies are White Chicks, Soul Surfer, and The Hangover. Her favorite places to eat at are Chipotle, AKI, Chick-fil-A, and the Spruce Creek Tavern. She hopes to cover volleyball and special events throughout the school year along with helping the social media pages.

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