Athlete of the Week: Kayelin Gibbons
Kayelin Gibbons
February 24, 2023
Name: Kayelin Gibbons
Sport: Basketball
Grade: Senior
Accomplishments: Has over 1000 career points, and was a member of last year’s district championship team. This season she has been averaging over 14 points per game and 8.4 rebounds per game.
Coach Luke Rhoades Quote:
“It was very nice to see her reach the 1,000-point plateau for her career. It was a product of her dedication to working hard on her game.”
Eagle Eye: How did you first get involved in this sport?
KG: I started playing when I was in third grade and I attended Coach Rhoades’s clinics
EE: Favorite Pro sports team?-
KG: Golden State Warriors
EE: Favorite professional athlete?
KG: Caroline Showalter
EE: Who do you admire the most? Why?
KG: My mom because she has been supporting me through everything.
EE: Favorite show?
KG: The Big Bang Theory
EE: Favorite food?
KG: Chicken tenders and fries.
EE: What advice would you give to younger athletes?
KG: Play every game like it’s your last.
EE: What are your future goals?
KG: Attend college and play basketball.
