Athlete Of The Week: Hunter Walk

Mike Walk

Tyrone senior Hunter Walk celebrates his 100th victory with his family.

Name: Hunter Walk

Sport: Wrestling

Grade: 12

Accomplishment:

Walk pinned Ethan Ashbaugh of Marion Center to earn his one hundredth career win on January 30, 2021.

Head Coach Terry Tate’s Quote: 

“Hunter works incredibly hard and this is just another accomplishment for him to put on his high school resume. Any wrestler that wins 100 matches separates himself in doing so. You don’t get to this level by accident.”


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

Hunter Walk: I started in 1st grade when my dad signed me up.

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

HW: Penn State

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

HW: Brandon Lucas

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

HW: My dad and mom because they are always there for me and being a great support system.

EE: Favorite band /musician?

HW: Morgan Wallen

EE: Favorite movie/show?

HW: The Hangover

EE: Favorite food?

HW: Pizza

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

HW: Set goals and work hard to archive them

EE: What are your future goals?

HW: to start my own business someday.