Trending
Name: Kendel Norris
School: Williamsburg
Age: 18
Grade: Senior
Sport: Basketball
Athlete of the week achievement: Norris scored 15 of her 19 points in the second half in a 55-41 win over Bishop Carroll Catholic in the District 6 Class 1A semifinals. Norris also scored seven points and was solid inside the paint in a 65-29 win over Purchase Line in the quarterfinals. She also had 12 rebounds, three assists and three steals for the week.
Season update: Norris is averaging 9.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.7 steals per game for the Lady Pirates.
Coach Amy Hileman's quote: "Kendel, a four-year starter and two-year co-captain, is a vital part of our Lady Pirate team. She is a talented post player and defender. She is a leader on the floor and in the classroom. I am so proud of Kendel, especially this past weekend in the D6 semifinal, stepping up and scoring 10 of her 19 points in the fourth quarter to help secure the win. Kendel has great ability."
Favorite teacher: Mr. Ling and Mrs. Long
Favorite subject: English
Favorite movie: "Rocky"
Favorite food: Steak
Favorite song: "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey
Outside interests: Spending time with my family and friends
Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Favorite college team: Penn State
Athlete most admired: Paige Bueckers
Best athlete I ever competed against: Bellwood-Antis graduate Alli Campbell
Most influential person on my athletic career: My family and coaches
Proudest athletic achievement: Making it to the PIAA semifinals
How I got my start in basketball: "My mom coached, and I went to some practices and got involved then."
Future goal: To become a dental hygienist and potentially a dentist