Weimert

Name: Makenna Weimert

School: Hollidaysburg Area

Age: 17

Grade: Senior

Sport: Basketball

Athlete of the week achievement: Weimert scored 32 points for Hollidaysburg in its 61-52 comeback win over Bishop McCort. She also led the Lady Tigers with 18 points in a win over Philipsburg-Osceola and 17 points in a win over Bald Eagle Area.

Season update: Weimert is averaging 16.7 points per game, 5.3 rebounds per game and 6.4 assists per game.

Coach Deanna Jubeck’s quote: “Makenna sets the tone for our team every time she steps on the floor. As our point guard, she leads with confidence, toughness, and a high basketball IQ. She makes everyone around her better and elevates our play on both ends of the court. Her leadership and consistency are a big reason for our team’s success.”

Favorite teacher: Mrs. Wolfe

Favorite subject: AP Gov

Favorite movie: “The Notebook”

Favorite food: Pasta

Favorite song: “Cinnamon Girl” by Lana Del Ray

Outside interests: Gym and friends

Favorite college team: Penn State

Pro athlete most admired: Michael Jordan

Best athlete I ever competed against: Armstrong’s Emma Paul

Most influential person on my athletic career: My family

Proudest athletic achievement: Winning District 6 championships

How I got my start in basketball: The elementary Lady Tigers basketball team

Future goal: Play basketball in college and study occupational therapy