Work pays off for Central Cambria’s Lydia Paskowski
Mirror Athlete of the Week
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Name: Lydia Paskowski
School: Central Cambria
Age: 18
Grade: Senior
Sport: Tennis
Athlete of the week achievement: Paskowski defeated Central's Kate Dunn to win the District 6 Class 2A singles championship. She also won at No. 1 singles in the Lady Red Devils' victory over Altoona.
Season update: Paskowski has compiled a 15-4 record at No. 1 singles for the Lady Red Devils, who are 13-3.
Co-coaches Jim White and Jeff Livermore quote: "Lydia is our only senior this year. She is one of our captains and has provided excellent leadership for our team. Lydia worked really hard to improve her tennis game this season, and it has shown in her performance during team matches and the district singles playoffs last week, culminating in winning the championship. She is also an exemplary student, and we're very proud of her accomplishments both on and off the tennis courts.''
Favorite teacher: Mr. McGregor
Favorite subject: Science
Favorite movie: "Just Go With It''
Favorite food: Sushi/tacos
Favorite song: "Gang Over Luv'' by Brent Faiyaz
Outside interests: Shopping, babysitting, going on trips
Favorite professional team: No preference
Favorite college team: Penn State football
Pro athletes most admired: Serena Williams, Jannik Sinner
Best athlete I ever competed against: Former Westmont Hilltop player Alyssa Kush
Most influential person on my athletic career: Mike Kush
Proudest athletic achievement: Winning the District 6 2A singles championship
How I got my start in tennis: "My grandmother signed me up for a clinic with Jamie Taylor at the Ebensburg Tennis Center at the age of 8.''
Future goal: Possibly play tennis in college