Kensinger’s offense a big plus for Central
Altoona Mirror Athlete of the Week
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Name: Bethanie Kensinger
School: Central
Age: 17
Grade: Senior
Sport: Soccer
Athlete of the week achievement: Kensinger scored all three goals for Central in its 3-0 win over Juniata in the District 6 Class 2A quarterfinals.
Season update: Trexler leads Central with 14 goals this season. She's also added six assists.
Coach Randy Trexler's quote: "Bethany is a strong physical presence on the field. She's been a major key to the Lady Dragons' success this season as the top scorer this year with 14 goals and six assists. She's a good leader for our team both in and out of season getting her teammates prepared for competition."
Favorite teacher: Mr. Waite
Favorite subject: World History
Favorite movie: "10 Things I Hate About You"
Favorite food: Acai bowls
Favorite song: "Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison
Outside interests: Pickleball, reading and spending time with my family and friends
Favorite professional team: FC Barcelona
Favorite college team: Tennessee
Pro athlete most admired: Lionel Messi
Best athlete I ever competed against: Lainey Farabaugh
Most influential person on my athletic career: Hannah Moore
Proudest athletic achievement: Winning districts my sophomore year
How I got my start in soccer: At age 4 in AYSO