Student Athlete Spotlight
BEN NEYLON
Brookfield East High School
XC, Golf, Ultimate Frisbee
GETTING TO KNOW BEN NEYLON:
Favorite Food: Cheesy potatoes
Favorite Quote: “Whoever is happy will make others happy, too.” – Anne Frank
Favorite Pre-game Song: The Horse – Jesse James
How did you get started in your sport? I began golf in first grade with my grandpa and have been playing every since.
Sport Highlight: I started running my freshman year to try something new and discovered a new passion. This season I broke my all-time PR and placed 17th out of 426th during the JV race at the Janesville XC meet (20.04).
Recognitions: Ultimate Frisbee Club Captain
Activities: Cross country, frisbee, golf, robotics, NHS, wind ensemble, ARCH Youth team
Interesting Fact: In 8th grade, I earned a black belt in karate.
Next Plans: Attend college in either WI, MN or IA to study chemical engineering. I hope to continue the ultimate frisbee program or start one!