Name: Ethan McCloskey

Grade:12

Sport: Cross Country

McCloskey has been running cross country since his freshman year.  He has improved every season and always thrives to be the best. Ethan has been a great example to the younger athletes on the team for the past two years. With being such a great leader, he was named the captain of the team. Ethan flies under the radar for a lot of people, but when you look at his times and awards, you see how successful he has been.

McCloskey’s best time for a 5k this year was 18:52 at Districts. His time just missed making it to the States. His best time for a mile was an outstanding 5:01 last year. Ethan has one more spring season of track left and he will surely dominate.

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

Ethan McCloskey: My dad did it in high school, so in 7th grade I joined because I just wanted to be like him. 

EE: What other sports do you play? 

EM: Track

EE: Favorite professional sports team? 

EM: Pittsburgh Steelers 

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

EM: Thomas Sutt

EE: Who is your hero? Why? 

EM: My Pap. He is ambitious, creative, and open-minded, and I respect his thrill for adventure and experience. 

EE: Favorite band/musician?

EM: Mac Miller

EE: Favorite movie?

EM: The Wolf of Wall Street 

EE: Favorite food? 

EM: Steak 

EE: What advice can you give to younger athletes? 

EM: Never underestimate yourself. Make a crazy goal, give yourself high standards, and stop at nothing until you have pushed yourself to those standards. 

EE: What are your future goals?

EM: I plan on earning a bachelor’s degree in graphic design and illustration, and seeing as much of the world as I can!