Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week: Eli Woomer

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By Ashton Walk, Staff Writer • December 13, 2024

By Abby Lucas and Isaiah Suhoney

Name: Eli Woomer

Sport: Basketball

Grade: 11

Accomplishments: Eli lead the way for the Golden Eagles in last Friday’s game against Bishop Carroll. He had 27 points while shooting 10-15 from the field with 6 three-pointers. Eli hopes to continue his pure shooting for the rest of the season. Congratulations Eli!

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

EW: I signed up for rec league in kindergarten and never looked back.

EE: What other sports do you play?

EW: Football and track

EE: Favorite sports team?

EW: Carolina Panthers

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

EW: Cam Newton

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

EW: Both of my parents, without them I would not be in the position I am today.

EE: Favorite band/musician?

EW: Drake

EE: Favorite movie/show?

EW: Grown Ups

EE: Favorite food?

EW: Hot Wings

EE: What advice can you give to younger athletes?

EW: Keep working and stay humble.

EE: What are your future goals?

EW: Play football at the next level.

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About the Contributors

Ashton Walk, Staff Writer

Ashton is currently a senior at Tyrone Area High School. This is his second year in Eagle Eye. In his free time, he likes to hang out with his friends and family. After high school, he plans to attend college and continue his athletic career. Ashton is a three-sport athlete who competes in football, basketball, and baseball. This year, he plans on writing meaningful stories on sports in the Eagle Eye with his friends. One of Ashton's dreams in life is to play college football at the Division 1 level. A fun fact about Ashton is he's easy to talk to and get along with.

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.

Isaiah Suhoney, Staff Writer

Isaiah is a sophomore at Tyrone High School and is looking forward to his first year in Eagle Eye newspaper and the yearbook. He is involved in football, wrestling, and track and field, and is looking to make a comeback after he tore his meniscus last season. He wants to learn more about photography and new things in Eagle Eye. He is learning to play the guitar and use his voice and talent to show that learning something new could mean a lot in the future.

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