Meet the Athlete: Joshua Englin
Published 2:05 pm Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Albert Lea senior plans to attend Luther College in Iowa
Q: What grade are you in?
A: I am a senior.
Q: What town do you live in, and which school do you attend?
A: I live in Hayward, but go to school at Albert Lea High School.
Q: Who is your immediate family?
A: Mom, Alice; dad, Jeff; sister, Anna.
Q: Which sports do you play?
A: Soccer, swimming and tennis.
Q: What is your favorite part about playing your sport?
A: Spending time with the boys.
Q: What has playing that sport taught you?
A: Patience and respect.
Q: What’s your favorite sports memory?
A: Winning a section soccer game.
Q: Which game are you looking forward to most this year?
A: Big Nine tournament will be very fun.
Q: How did you get started in your sport?
A: My best friend, Sam Ehrhardt, wanted me to play.
Q: What sports did your family members play?
A: Mom was a state swimmer, and my dad played basketball.
Q: What are your sports-related achievements?
A: Nominee for the section All-Star game in soccer.
Q: What are your sports related goals?
A: I know it’s cheesy, but to have fun.
Q: Who is your favorite professional athlete? Why?
A: Kyrie Irving. He seems like a nice and funny guy.
Q: What are your college plans? Major?
A: Luther College in Decorah, I’m undecided (on the major).
Q: What is your favorite school subject?
A: Choir.
Q: Who is your favorite teacher?
A: Diane Heaney.
Q: What are your hobbies?
A: Water and downhill skiing, long boarding and playing Fortnite.
Q: What is your dream job?
A: Physical therapist.
Q: What is your favorite TV show?
A: “Parks and Recreation”
Q: What is an interesting fact about you?
A: I’m getting a new puppy June 2.