Clabaugh

Name: Abby Clabaugh

School: Bellwood-Antis

Age: 16

Grade: Sophomore

Sport: Softball

Athlete of the week achievement: Clabaugh had a walk-off double for Bellwood-Antis to clinch a 3-2 win over Bellefonte. Earlier in the week, she had two hits, including a double, and an RBI in an 8-3 victory over Bald Eagle Area.

Season update: Clabaugh is batting .500 with three RBIs and two doubles for the Lady Blue Devils.

Coach Heather Quick’s quote: “Abby was absolutely locked in at the plate this week. She has been seeing the ball very well and driving it with power. She has had some key hits that have created momentum for our team.”

Favorite teacher: Mrs. Stinson

Favorite subject: Math

Favorite movie: “Regretting You”

Favorite food: Mashed potatoes

Favorite song: “Homesick for Heaven” by Phil Wickham

Outside interests: Volleyball, youth group, time with friends and family

Favorite professional team: None

Favorite college team: PSU

Pro athlete most admired: None

Best athlete I ever competed against: Tyrone’s Kaitlyn Rockwell

Most influential person on my athletic career: My parents

Proudest athletic achievement: Making travel teams in both softball and volleyball

How I got my start in softball: “I started out as a dancer through sixth grade. I had some friends introduce me to softball, and I tried it out! I found out that I like softball, and I really liked hitting. I decided to switch from dance to softball and volleyball in junior high.”

Future goal: “My softball team is full of a lot of great athletes this year. I think we have a chance to go far. I want to do my best to help my team.”