Athlete of the Week: Olivia Watson
Name: Olivia Watson
Sport: Cheerleading
Grade: 12
Accomplishments:
She earned UCA All- American during her sophomore, junior, and senior year. She was also the JV cheer captain for her sophomore year.
Coach Amy Fleck’s quote:
“Liv is a focused and dedicated cheerleader. Her tumbling and flying skills have been an asset to our team. She’s been a great mentor to the underclassmen. It’s been a pleasure getting to work with her this year.”
Eagle Eye: How did you first get involved in this sport?
OW: “I was involved with gymnastics and a friend told me to try out in 7th grade because I could do flips, and I’ve been hooked ever since”
EE: What other sports do you play?
OW: “None, cheer is my life”
EE: Favorite sports team?
OW: “PSU”
EE: Favorite professional athlete?
OW: “Simone Biles”
EE: Favorite Food?
OW: “Anything Mexican”
EE: What is your favorite part of the sport you play?
OW: “I love working with the younger girls and inspiring them to cheer and try new things”
EE: What is your greatest memory from this sport?
OW: “Watching the varsity girls when I was in JH and wanting to be just like them”
EE: What is your greatest motivation to succeed?
OW: “I just pray I don’t die when tumbling and when I’m stunting, the people below me do all the work so I just act pretty”
EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?
OW: “Trust those you work with and don’t be afraid to go out of your comfort zone when trying new skills”
EE: What are your future goals?
OW: “Attend Juniata College and major in Chemistry or Biology and pursue Pre-Medicine. I also will probably cheer for the college as well. #GOEAGLES”
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Hi, my name is Ava Focht. This is my first year of Eagle Eye and I am a senior here at Tyrone. I am a four year veteran in POPS Extension and Drama Club....