VYPE: What grade are you in and what sports do you play?
Eli: I am a sophomore at Chandler High School where I am on the track and field team.
VYPE: What is your favorite part about representing your high school as an athlete?
Eli: Being supported by my community and friends.
VYPE: What teammate has left the biggest impression on you?
Eli: Sam Hall, my fellow thrower, is an amazing athlete and inspires me to get better every day.
VYPE: Which professional athlete do you look up to?
Eli: Ryan Crouser, is the all-time greatest men’s shot put thrower. He has great drive and passion, and he smiles all the time.
VYPE: Who inspires you?
Eli: My Dad inspires me; he works as hard as he can each day to give my family the best life he can. I hope that I can be as good a man as him someday.
VYPE: Who is your favorite teacher from any grade?
Eli: Mrs. Anderson, my Junior High English teacher. She inspired me to show my passion and work hard for my goals.
VYPE: What is the best advice that anyone has given you?
Eli: Don’t settle for what you can do now; rise to greater and higher heights.
VYPE: What is your all-time favorite meal?
Eli: My favorite meal is home-cooked gumbo.
VYPE: Here is your chance to give a shoutout or say thank you to anyone you wish.
Eli: I would like to give a shout-out to my family for supporting me in everything that I do.
