SPORTS SPOTLIGHT: Abbie Goodwin

NAME: Abbie Goodwin

AGE: 17

FAMILY: PARENTS: Randi, Russ; siblings: Naomi, 15, Ethan, 11

SCHOOL YEAR: Senior

SPORTS YOU PLAY: Cross-country, track, tennis

FAVORITE SPORT, AND WHY: Running has always been my favorite, but this tennis season has been especially fun, because of the team atmosphere. I’ve also enjoyed playing third singles. I’ve had a lot of close matches this season, but I really like that challenge as it helps me step up and improve my game.

MOST MEMORABLE MEET FOR YOU, AND WHY: My most memorable meet was on Senior Night this year against Beverly. I lost the first set, but, even though I was down, I stuck with it and won the second and third sets to win the match. Another memorable match was against Masco. It was a tough match with long rallies, which also went into a third set. I was able to win the third set, while also helping my team win an important match.

COLLEGES YOU ARE PURSUING: I’m going to Union College.

MAJOR: I’m majoring in environmental science.

DO YOU WANT TO PLAY SPORTS IN COLLEGE? Yes, I will be competing on the cross-country team at Union.

DESIRED CAREER: I plan to pursue a career in the science field.

By Leigh Blander

Editor Leigh Blander is an experienced TV, radio and print journalist.

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