Sports
Athlete of the Week: Alex Elston
Senior varsity swimmer Alex Elston recently competed at state.
Scott Germanetti: How long have you been swimming competitively?
Elston: For 13 years.
S.G.: Who or what got you involved in swimming?
Elston: I was just tired of sitting around.
S.G.: Why do you enjoy swimming?
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Elston: Because of the friends and rivals that I've made.
S.G.: What races do you participate in?
Elston: The 50, 100, and 200 free, the 100 and 200 fly, and the medly relay.
S.G.: What has been your favorite meet this season and why?
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Elston: State, you're swimming against the top kids in your region. It's hard not to get excited, and it also marks the end.
S.G.: What was your most difficult meet this season and why?
Elston: State was also the most difficult for the same reason its my favorite. Most part these swimmers have been swimming as long as me and all year round.
S.G.: What is your proudest accomplishment with swimming?
Elston: Making it to the state finals or sectional finals for club. I'm proud that I can say that I was in the same heat with all the fastest swimmers in the state even if I didn't come out on top.
S.G.: Do you plan on swimming competively next year?
Elston: Yes, in college.
S.G.: Do you have a college in mind already?
Elston: No, I will decide in a week or two.
