The final pair of student-athletes to be named Athletes of the Week will be named for the week of Jan. 3.
This weeks winners are Victoria Coonradt (So. Gymnastics) and Anthony Zanders (Sr. Wrestling) from Decatur and Max Kahn (Jr. Swim and Dive) and Samiya Gildon (Sr. Bowling) from Thomas Jefferson.
Victoria Coonradt (Dec)
What is your favorite subject/class in school? English
Name your Mount Rushmore G.O.A.T Athletes (Top 4): Victoria Ngyuen, Simone Biles, Rebekah Ripley, Katelyn Ohashi
If you could have dinner with anyone (living or from the past), who would it be? Why
My mom or dad because they encourage me and are my biggest supporters.
You’re on a long road trip, you stop at a gas station. You get one drink and one snack. What are you choosing? Sprite and sour worms
Describe your favorite post-game meal:
Noodles or Mac & Cheese
What is your Walk-up song?
Party in the USA by Miley Cyrus
From the sidelines: Victoria placed 4th in the All-Around competition at our first NPSL Gymnastics meet last week. She earned a 8.70 on Vault. She participated in the West Central District Meet and earned a Varsity Letter Award during her freshman season. Her club gymnastics experience has helped with her early high school success. Victoria has earned a 3.250 cumulative grade point average in a rigorous college prep schedule with an emphasis in medical sciences.
Anthony Zanders (Dec)
What is your favorite subject/class in school? History Class
Name your Mount Rushmore G.O.A.T Athletes (Top 4): James Harden, Lionel Messi, Bo Nix and Von Miller
If you could have dinner with anyone (living or from the past), who would it be? Why
My great grandpa to ask him about his life since he nearly lived to 100.
You’re on a long road trip, you stop at a gas station. You get one drink and one snack. What are you choosing? Sour Patch kids and a Sprite
Describe your favorite post-game meal:
Nutri grain and sparkling water
What is your Walk-up song?
SS by Ken Carson
From the sidelines: Anthony started his season placing fourth at the Edmonds Woodway Invitational Tournament. This early season tournament includes some of the best teams from Washington and Oregon. Anthony placed 3rd at the 2024 WIAA 4A State Tournament. He is a three-year member of the National Honor Society. Anthony is a exemplary scholar-athlete earning a 3.688 cumulative grade point average, while looking forward to earning his Associates Degree and High School Diploma in June.
Max Kahn (TJ)
What is your favorite subject/class in school? History
Name your Mount Rushmore G.O.A.T Athletes (Top 4): Erling Haaland, Dale Dressel, Stefan Frei, Raul Ruidiaz
If you could have dinner with anyone (living or from the past), who would it be? Why
Jackie Chan because I like his acting and movies, especially Rush Hour.
You’re on a long road trip, you stop at a gas station. You get one drink and one snack. What are you choosing? Mountain Dew and Gummy Worms
Describe your favorite post-game meal:
Korean Barbeque or Chipotle with the team
What is your Walk-up song?
Thick of it by KSI
From the sidelines: Max Kahn is a dedicated to two things: the sport and his team. This past week, he has not only achieved personal bests and post season cuts in multiple events, but also he motivates his teammates with unwavering encouragement and support. The two things he enjoys most is helping his teammates out with their technique and bringing every single person into a huddle for team cheers.
Samiya Gildon (TJ)
What is your favorite subject/class in school? Leadership because that class is always so fun and chaotic, but it’s helped me with my social skills.
Name your Mount Rushmore G.O.A.T Athletes (Top 4): Kyle Troup, Jackie Robinson, Simone Biles and Billie Jean King
If you could have dinner with anyone (living or from the past), who would it be? Why
I would have dinner with my Nana because she was funny and I wish I could get to talk to her more about everything that has happened in my life.
You’re on a long road trip, you stop at a gas station. You get one drink and one snack. What are you choosing? Airhead Xtremes and a Dr. Pepper
Describe your favorite post-game meal:
What my mom cooks, or onion rings from the bowling alley.
What is your Walk-up song?
Runners by Stray Kids
From the sidelines: This past week Samyia helped the Lady Raiders win both matches. In the 1st match Samyia bowled against 240 & 216. Then in the 2nd match she bowled 178 & 173.
Her leadership has helped keep the Lady Raiders undefeated so far this season. While this is her senior season, she Will continue her bowling career and further her education at McPherson College next year. As Samyia has committed to the college’s bowling program!
