Athlete of the Week: Hunter Walk

Name: Hunter Walk

Sport: Wrestling

Grade: 9

Accomplishments: 

Hunter Walk leads the team in wins this year, and he has been huge in contributing bonus points. He placed 5th this past weekend at The Ultimate Warrior.

Coach Terry Tate’s Quote: 

“He is a very hard worker and is a gifted wrestler as well. I expect this pattern to continue. He’s a freshman with a whole career still ahead of him.”


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

Hunter Walk: “When my Dad signed me up in first grade.”

EE: What other sport(s) do you play?

HW: Golf

EE: Favorite sports team?

HW: Penn State Football and Wrestling 

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

HW: David Taylor

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

HW: “My Dad because he has coached me since I was little and pushes me to be the best I can be.”

EE: Favorite band/musician?

HW: Drake

EE: Favorite movie?

HW: The Benchwarmers 

EE: Favorite food?

HW: Pizza

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

HW: Set goals and work hard.

EE: What are your future goals?

HW: “To get 100 high school wins and chase a state title.”