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Athlete Of the Week: Josie Dicken

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By Ashton Walk, Staff Writer • April 25, 2025
Abby Lucas

Name: Josie Dicken

Sport: Track

Grade: 10

Accomplishments: Josie has had an awesome sophomore year. This past week, she broke the school record in the shot put with a throw of 32’10’’. This was a record that has been held for 11 years, and it is very impressive anytime someone breaks a record. She hopes to continue this success heading into districts. Congratulations Josie!

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

JD: Mrs. Kanuch kept asking me to do track instead of softball, so I did.

EE: What other sports do you play?

JD: none

EE: Favorite sports team?

JD: Philadelphia Eagles

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

JD: My mom, she’s always there when I need her most, she is always supporting me.

EE: Favorite band/musician?

JD: Alice in Chains

EE: Favorite movie/show?

JD: White Chicks

EE: Favorite food?

JD: Wings

EE: What advice can you give to younger athletes?

JD: If you want something, you gotta work for it.

EE: What are your future goals?

JD: Go to college and become a vet tech.

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Ashton Walk
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
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.