Featured Athlete: John Keene
Grade: 10 | Sport: Soccer
In his 13th year playing soccer, sophomore John Keene takes the field in Las Vegas for a competitive soccer tournament.
Wingspan: How long have you been playing soccer and what got you started?
Keene: “I’ve been playing since I was three and I haven’t stopped since, my dad already loved soccer so he introduced it to me.”
Wingspan: What fuels your passion to play?
Keene: “It’s the most fun thing in the world to me, and I love to win. I’ve just met the most amazing people through soccer too.”
Wingspan: What is your mentality during a game?
Keene: “I just strive to do everything I can to help my team win the game.”
Wingspan: How do you prepare for a game?
Keene: “I usually prepare for a game by listening to music and just getting mentally focused.”
Wingspan: What is something you want to improve on?
Keene: “I want to improve physically so I can compete with players who are faster and stronger than me.”
Wingspan: Who inspires you to play soccer?
Keene: “I would say my inspiration is Thierry Henry. He’s my role model as a person and player.”

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Alex Hensley • Nov 14, 2021 at 12:54 pm
Congrats !
Alex Hensley • Nov 14, 2021 at 12:53 pm
Hes going places !!
Jackson • Dec 12, 2018 at 12:44 am
Wow…increible. He’s going places! Love you grandma