Meet the athlete: Casey Ott

Courtesy of Casey Ott
November 25, 2019
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Zephyrus: How did you get involved with soccer?
Casey Ott: I’ve just been playing since I was really young. I started out with house soccer, then moved on to travel.
Z: What is your favorite memory from playing soccer?
C.O.: Other than this season, my favorite memory was when my team won state when I was a freshman on club soccer.
Z: What is the greatest lesson you have learned from soccer?
C.O.: How to cooperate with other people, but also determination and hard work.
Z: What else are you involved in besides soccer?
C.O.: I play a lot of house flag football and basketball and I’m a hornet mentor.
Z: How do you balance playing soccer with the other activities you’re in?
C.O.: During the high school season I’m really busy, but I just try to set aside time every night for homework.
Z: What is your favorite part of playing soccer?
C.O.: The competition, getting to work really hard at something and then seeing it pay off.
Z: What position do you play?
C.O.: I play center mid and forward.
Z: Do you have any advice for younger players?
C.O.: Be determined and set goals for yourself.

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