Athlete of the Week: Ashton Sipes

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Ashton Sipes

Name: Ashton Sipes

Sport: Wrestling

Grade: 12

Accomplishments: Wrestling at 132, Ashton is 7-2 on the season so far.  He finished sixth at the Panther Holiday Classic at Mount Aloysius College in Cresson.


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

AS: “Dad signed me up when I was 4.”

EE: What other sports do you play? 

AS: “Lifting”

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

AS: “Dallas Cowboys”

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

AS: “Floyd Mayweather”

EE: Who do you admire the most? Why?

AS: “Jordan Burroughs”

EE: Favorite band /musician?

AS: “Montello Fish”

EE: Favorite movie?

AS: “Pineapple Express” 

EE: Favorite Food?

AS: “Sweet Sour Chicken”

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

AS: “You can learn something from everyone no matter the skill level. Never stop learning.”

EE: What are your future goals?

AS: “Short term goal, go on a good state-run.”