Athlete of the Week: AJ Detwiler
AJ Detwiler
October 22, 2021
Name: AJ Detwiler
Sport: Cross country
Grade: 12
Accomplishments:
AJ was named a first-team Mountain League All-Star this season. He has placed first or second for Tyrone in every meet this season. AJ has also run in several half marathons and was a part of the first-ever Tyrone junior high cross country team.
Eagle Eye: How did you first get involved in this sport?
AJ Detwiler : My mom got me involved when I started running Joshua House 5k’s
EE: What other sports do you play?
AD: Track & Field
EE: Favorite professional sports team?
AD: Washington Redskins
EE: Favorite professional athlete?
AD: Nick Symmonds
EE: Who do you admire the most? Why?
AD: My dad he is a great role model
EE: Favorite band /musician?
AD: Playboi Carti
EE: Favorite movie/show?
AD: Talladega Nights
EE: Favorite food?
AD: Tacos
EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?
AD: Work hard, have fun
EE: What are your future goals?
AD: get rich
