February’s athlete of the month is junior Sierra Young.  Young was an important piece to the girls swimming team’s success this year.  She placed fourth at Mid Penn’s for the 50-meter freestyle and had a productive season of many personal bests.  She will be competing at the PIAA District III Championships this weekend Mar 1-2.  Young hopes to continue her success into her senior season.  

Q1: How long have you been swimming?

A1: I’ve been swimming for 13 years.

Q2: What was your favorite memory of this year?

A2: The challenge week at practices during the first week of the season.

Q3: What are you looking forward to for next year?

A3: I’m looking forward to learning more and being able to swim with the eighth graders coming up.  I am also looking to drop some more time in my events.

Q4: How do you think you can improve for next year?

A4: I plan to lift and swim during the offseason.

Q5: What are some of your favorite past swimming moments?

A5: Swimming with my sisters Maddison and Shorty, bowling with the team at the beginning of every season and Christmas parties with the team.

Q6: Did you meet some of the goals you set this year?

A6: Yes, I went 55 seconds in the 100 free, and received a 4th place at Mid Penns for the 50 free.

Q7: Do you plan on swimming in college or coaching in the future?

A7: Yes, I may swim in college but I will definitely either coach or help out with swim team in the future.