Athletes of the Week: Chesney Saltsgiver and Shannon Shaw

March 30, 2021

Ellie Oakes

Chesney Saltsgiver

Athlete of the Week: Chesney Saltsgiver

Name: Chesney Saltsgiver

Sport: Basketball

Grade: 12

Coach Luke Rhoades Quote:

“Chesney and Shannon are great seniors who have been part of a very successful run for the girl’s basketball team including three Mountain League titles and a D6 title.”


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

Chesney Saltsgiver: My friend wanted me to try it in elementary school and I’ve loved it ever since.

EE: What other sports do you play?

CS: Track and Field.

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

CS: Steelers

EE: Who do you admire the most? Why?

CS: My mom because she supports me with everything I do.

EE: Favorite movie/show?

CS: The Outsiders

EE: Favorite food?

CS: Wings

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

CS: Always try your best and work hard.

EE: What are your future goals?

CS: Attend Penn State Altoona for nursing.

 

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Eric Sims is a sophomore at Tyrone High School and this is his first year in Eagle Eye. He wears number 10 on the boy's varsity soccer team for Tyrone...

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Shannon Shaw

Athlete of the Week: Shannon Shaw

Name: Shannon Shaw

Sport: Basketball

Grade: 12

Coach Luke Rhoades Quote:

“Chesney and Shannon are great seniors who have been part of a very successful run for the girl’s basketball team including three Mountain League titles and a D6 title.”


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

Shannon Shaw: I started playing at the rec center in kindergarten.

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

SS: Golden State Warriors

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

SS: Lamelo Ball

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

SS: My parents for supporting me in everything and always working hard.

EE: Favorite band /musician?

SS: Morgan Wallen

EE: Favorite movie/show?

SS: Creed

EE: Favorite food?

SS: Steak and Mashed Potatoes.

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

SS: Have fun and enjoy the games/memories while they last because it ends so fast.

EE: What are your future goals?

SS: To go to Penn State Dubois to play basketball and major in premed.

About the Writer
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Eric Sims

Eric Sims is a sophomore at Tyrone High School and this is his first year in Eagle Eye. He wears number 10 on the boy's varsity soccer team for Tyrone...

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