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!

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