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Name: Tyler Steiner
School: Hollidaysburg Area
Age: 17
Grade: Senior
Sport: Golf
Athlete of the week achievement: Steiner won the District 6 Class 3A Sectionals with a 1-over par 73 at Sinking Valley Country Club, scored the maximum three points in Hollidaysburg's Big Cat Invitational victory over rival Altoona and shot a 75 to win the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference individual golf championship.
Season update: Steiner is averaging 73.4 per round this season.
Coach Bryan James' quote: "Tyler has had a tremendous season, which continued this past week with wins at District 6 3A Sectionals and the LHAC Championship. Tyler has a great approach to the game that allows him to get the most out of what he is able to bring to the course that day. Tyler is a great leader for our team, setting a positive example for all to strive for on and off the golf course."
Favorite teacher: Mr. James
Favorite subject: Math
Favorite movie: "White House Down"
Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite song: "Not Like Us" by Kendrick Lamar
Outside interests: Basketball
Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Favorite college team: Penn State
Pro athlete most admired: (Professional golfer) Jordan Spieth
Best athlete I ever competed against: State College's Luke McGraw
Most influential person on my athletic career: My dad, Josh
Proudest athletic achievement: Breaking 70 in matches
How I got my start in golf: "I decided I didn't want to play football anymore, so I picked up golf during the summer going into ninth grade."
Future goal: Qualify for states and play golf in college