Athlete of the Week: Reagan Irons

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Reagan Irons going up for a kill.

Name: Reagan Irons

Sport: Volleyball

Grade: 9

Accomplishments:

Freshman Reagan Irons has stepped up as a big contributor to the volleyball team and their 11-4 record so far. Irons had 10 kills with 9 service points against Bellefonte and also had 9 kills and 5 digs against Bald Eagle.

Coach Kraft’s Quote:

“Reagan is a level-headed kid that doesn’t get rattled. She is the same player when there is pressure and when there isn’t pressure.”


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

Reagan Irons: “My dad told me about clinics so I tried it out and stuck with it.”

EE: What other sports do you play?

RI: “Track and Field”

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

RI: “Penn State Volleyball”

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

RI: “Jonni Parker”

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

RI: “Elanor because she gets me through everything and she’s just an unreal person.”

EE: Favorite band/musician?

RI: “It changes all the time.”

EE:  Favorite movie?

RI: “Miracle Season”

EE: Favorite food?

RI: “Cheesy hash browns.”

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

RI: “Focus on technique, stick with it, and you will see results.”

EE: What are your future goals?

RI: “Play college volleyball.”