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Athlete of the Week

Knobloch’s hard work pays off

Altoona Mirror Athlete of the Week

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Name: Noah Knobloch

School: Bishop Carroll Catholic

Age: 16

Grade: Sophomore

Sport: Cross country

Athlete of the week achievement: Fresh off his Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference first-place finish, Knobloch repeated as the District 6 Class 1A champion by winning by more than one minute.

Season update: Knobloch will compete at states this Saturday at Big Spring High School in Newville. He was 25th last year.

Coach Jessica Smith's quote: "Noah worked hard this season to get to where he is now, and he ran a great race on Saturday. We are very proud of him. Noah is always going above and beyond to challenge himself. He has a lot of discipline. We look forward to a great race at states.''

Favorite teacher: Mr. Bobroski

Favorite subject: World History

Favorite movie: "Forrest Gump''

Favorite food: Steak

Favorite song: "See You Again'' by Tyler, The Creator

Outside interests: Playing the piano, watching sports, listening to music

Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Penguins

Favorite college team: Penn State

Pro athlete most admired: Simeon Birnbaum

Best athlete I ever competed against: Mifflin County's Carter Smith

Most influential person on my athletic career: Delaney Dumm

Proudest athletic achievement: Winning the Laurel Highlands championship race

How I got my start in cross country: "Running a Fourth of July 5K when I was in fifth grade.''

Future goal: Going Division I

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