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Tribune Democrat Spotlight Athlete of the Week | Lauren Criswell
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Name: Lauren Criswell.
School: Westmont Hilltop.
Age: 17.
Grade: 12.
Sport: Tennis, softball.
Parents: Melvin and Andrea Criswell of Johnstown.
Athletic achievements: For tennis – 2013 rookie of the year; 2014 outstanding doubles player (undefeated); 2015 Team MVP; 2016 Laurel Highlands all-conference; 4-year letterwinner; 3-year district team champion. For softball – offensive player of the year in 2014 and 2015; LHAC MVP for 2016.
Coach’s quote: “Lauren is hard-working and focused. She plays every match with heart and determination. She is an unselfish player and a great role model for the younger girls on the team. She is truly a pleasure to coach.” – Westmont tennis coach Dan Fregly.
Favorite subject: Biology.
Favorite snack: Buffalo chicken dip.
Favorite song: “Story of Us” by Taylor Swift.
Outside interests: Skiing and art.
Favorite athletic team: Pittsburgh Penguins.
Athlete most admired: Serena Williams.
Most influential person on my athletic career thus far: “My family for always supporting me and my high school/travel softball coach John Grace.”
Proudest athletic achievement: Being selected captain of the Westmont softball team.
How I got my start: “I showed interest in both sports ever since I was a 5-year-old and have been playing ever since.”
Future goal: Go to college to become a physician assistant.