Name: Dante Novak

Sport: Track

Grade: 12

Accomplishments: Dante had an awesome night at the Altoona Mountain Lion Classic. He jumped an astonishing PR of 21-4.5 while placing first. This wasn’t the end of his incredible night, He was also a part of the 4×100 and 4×800 relays that also placed first, and a part of the 4×4 relay that placed sixth. Dante hopes to continue this success heading into the district meet in hopes of heading to States. Congratulations Dante!

Eagle Eye: How did you first get involved in this sport?

DN: Friends convinced me to come out.

EE: What other sports do you play?

DN: Football and Basketball

EE: Favorite sports team?

DN: Philly Eagles

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

DN: Lionel Messi

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

DN: My dad because of all the things he has done for me in my childhood.

EE: Favorite band/musician?

DN: Travis Scott

EE: Favorite movie/show?

DN: 21 Jump Street

EE: Favorite food?

DN: Pasta

EE: What advice can you give to younger athletes?

DN: Work hard and you can get whatever you want in life.

EE: What are your future goals?

DN: Go to college and major in nursing. Also, to kick in college.