Athlete of the Week: Finnley Christine

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Sophomore Finnely Christine

Sport: Basketball

Grade: 10

Accomplishment:

Finnley had 17 points in the opener against Bellefonte and 20 points in the game against Philipsburg along with 6 rebounds and 5 assists.

Coach Rhoade’s Quote:

 “Finn has put in a lot of time during the off-season to improve her game. Her hard work is evident by her performance on the court.”

10 Questions:

1.     How did you first get involved in this sport?

In first grade my mom signed me up for an all girls’ league in Tyrone at the elementary school

2.    What other sport(s) do you play?

Softball

3.    Favorite professional sports team?

Philadelphia Phillies

4.    Favorite professional athlete?

Mya Moore – Minnesota Lynx

5.    Who is your hero? Why?

My hero and person I look up to is Jordyn Swogger… She is the senior captain on our team. She is such a great leader and she keeps the team bonded. She is always there to pick us up, and she is a great player and athlete.

6.    Favorite band/musician?

Luke Bryan <3

7.    Favorite movie?

Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks

8.    Favorite food?

Grilled chicken salads

9.    What advice would you give younger athletes?

Strive to do your ultimate best all of the time, because you never know when it will be your turn to step it up for your team.

10.  What are your future goals?

Attend college and become a registered nurse.