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Name: Payton Hinish
School: Claysburg-Kimmel
Age: 14
Grade: Freshman
Sport: Softball
Athlete of the week achievement: Hinish went 1-for-3, but her hit was a huge one. Trailing 1-0, Hinish hit an 0-2 pitch over the fence for a grand slam that put Claysburg-Kimmel ahead for good. She also drew a walk later in the game, and her pinch-runner scored another run.
Season update: Hinish hit .367 with four home runs, three doubles and scored 11 runs for the 20-3 Lady Bulldogs this year. Claysburg-Kimmel will play Frazier today in the PIAA playoffs.
Coach Mike Barbarini's quote: "Payton is a young athlete with lots of talent and has grown tremendously throughout the season. I'm very much looking forward to three more seasons with her."
Favorite teacher: Mrs. Byer
Favorite subject: English
Favorite movie: "Grown Ups"
Favorite food: French fries
Favorite song: "Party in the USA" by Miley Cyrus
Outside interests: Hanging out with friends and family
Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Favorite college team: Oklahoma
Pro athlete most admired: Haley Cruse
Best athlete I ever competed against: Everett's Olivia Hillegas
Most influential person on my athletic career: My dad, Spencer Hinish
Proudest athletic achievement: Hitting a grand slam in the District 6 championship game
How I got my start in softball: "My friend Makenna begged me to play when I was 10."
Future goal: "Recover from my knee surgery and come back as a stronger player."