Athlete of the Week: Zach Kensinger

Each week the Eagle Eye staff chooses an Athlete of the Week from nominations made by the vasity head coaches

October 4 Athlete of the Week: Zach Kensinger, Varsity Golf

Sport: Golf

Grade: 11

Coach Greg Ferguson’s Quote:

“Zach came in at start of practice this August on the same level and possibly a little behind a couple of our golfers, who were all beginners.  I have been very impressed with the hard work and dedication that Zach has shown. His improvement in such a short period of time is remarkable to say the least. If Zach continues this level of dedication, it will be fun to see how far he can go his senior season. I have high expectations for him next season.”

10 Questions:

1.     How did you first get involved in this sport?

My dad has always been into golf, and I love playing golf. My dad and Coach Ferguson have helped me out so much.

2.    What other sport(s) do you play?

I also run cross country.

3.    Favorite professional sports team?

Penguins and Pirates.

4.    Favorite professional athlete?

PGA golfer Bubba Watson

5.    Who is your hero? Why?
 
Dave Gohl (of Nirvana and the Foo Fighters) because he’s a great musician.

6.    Favorite band/musician?
 
Led Zepplin

7.    Favorite movie?
 
 Step Brothers

8.    Favorite food? 

Hot wings

9.    What advice would you give younger athletes?
 
 Find something you enjoy and just have fun with it.

10.  What are your future goals?

I plan to go to college for auto engineering.