Athlete of the Week: Ross Gampe

Ellie Oakes

Ross Gampe

By Rocky Romani, Staff Writer

Name: Ross Gampe 

Sport: Basketball

Grade: 11

AccomplishmentsScored a buzzer-beater in a home game against Bellefonte, which won them the game. 


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

RG: “A coach talked me into playing in like 6th grade since I was so tall.”

EE: What other sports do you play? 

RG: “Baseball, Football”

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

RG: “Pittsburgh Pirates”

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

RG: “Lamelo Ball”

EE: Who do you admire the most? Why?

RG: “My parents for allowing me to do the things I love.”

EE: Favorite band /musician?

RG: “Lil Tecca”

EE: Favorite movie?

RG: “Back at the Barnyard”

EE: Favorite Food?

RG: “Hamburgers”

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

RG: “Have confidence in yourself, and put in as much extra effort as you can.”

EE: What are your future goals?

RG: “Attend Penn State University and play either football or baseball.”