Athletes of the Week: Alainna Nevling and Lea Crofcheck
Name: Alainna Nevling
Sport: Powderpuff
Grade: 12
Accomplishments:
Alainna led the team in rushing yards to go along with her touchdown and two 2 point conversions
Coach Jake Meredith’s quote:
“She’s amazing. Sliced the defense like warm butter. The work she put in showed because clearly they couldn’t stop her.”
EE: How did you first get involved in this sport?
I was chosen to be a captain my Junior year.
EE: What other sport(s) do you play?
Track
EE: Favorite sports team?
Penn State
EE: Favorite athlete?
Saquon Barkley
EE: Who is your hero? Why?
My Mom because she’s always there for me.
EE: Favorite band/musician?
Young Thug
EE: Favorite movie?
Everything, Everything
EE: Favorite food?
Mashed Potatoes
EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?
The only way you’ll accomplish your goals, is if you push yourself through the tough times.
EE: What are your future goals?
Attend Penn State Altoona in Meteorology / Astronomy.
Name: Lea Crofcheck
Sport: Powderpuff
Grade: 12
Accomplishments:
Lea led the senior team in touchdowns with 3 and was a big leader on the team playing QB.
Coach Greg Ferguson’s quote:
“She’s an amazing athlete. The whole coaching staff knew this and we knew if we got her the ball she would produce, and she did.”
EE: How did you first get involved in this sport?
I played junior year and it was really fun
EE: What other sport(s) do you play?
Volleyball and Track
EE: Favorite professional sports team?
Pittsburgh Steelers
EE: Favorite professional athlete?
Jake Meredith
EE: Who is your hero? Why?
My Mom and Dad. they’re always there for me.
EE: Favorite band/musician?
Post Malone
EE: Favorite movie?
Moana
EE: Favorite food?
Buffalo Chicken Dip
EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?
Don’t fear failure, learn from your mistakes and never give up.
EE: What are your future goals?
To attend college and play volleyball.
Sports Editor Jake Meredith is a senior at Tyrone Area High school. This is his second year on the Eagle Eye staff. Jake is a part of many extracurricular...
beverly • Nov 7, 2017 at 7:48 am
good job Jake
beverly • Oct 31, 2017 at 2:15 pm
congrats you guys