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Name: Brooklyn Galinis
School: Cambria Heights
Age: 16
Grade: Junior
Sport: Soccer
Athlete of the week achievement: Galinis scored both goals in Cambria Heights' 2-1 win over Tyrone. She had a hat trick in a 4-1 win over Bishop Carroll. The Lady Highlanders went 3-0, also beating North Star.
Season update: Cambria Heights is 13-2-2.
Coach Nikki Spanik's quote: "Brooklyn has been an asset to the varsity team since she was a freshman. With her intense shots and positive attitude, her presence is irreplaceable on the pitch. One of my favorite things about Brooklyn is her drive at practice. She has always had a passion to learn from day one and a drive to practice what she learns. It's incredible to watch a player evolve, and over the years I've seen Brooklyn turn into a game changer for the team. Her heart is in it fully, her attitude is great, and I'm very proud to be her coach.''
Favorite teacher: Mrs. Manack
Favorite subject: Anatomy and Physiology
Favorite movie: "The Hunger Games"
Favorite food: Pasta
Favorite song: "Springsteen" by Eric Church
Outside interests: Hanging out with friends and family
Favorite professional team: San Diego Wave
Favorite college team: Pitt
Pro athlete most admired: Rose Lavelle
Best athlete I ever competed against: Central graduate Ella Garner
Most influential person on my athletic career: My high school soccer coach, Nikki Spanik
Proudest athletic achievement: Being part of my travel team, FC814 Team Energy, the past five years and competing at national tournaments.
How I got my start in soccer: AYSO at age 4
Future goal: "I want to play soccer at the college level and further my education."