Sports Spotlight: Mason Updike
Age: 17
Year: Senior
Sport: Football, running back and linebacker
What is the toughest thing about playing football?
“Just being able to take the hits. You have to withstand the pain and the other stuff that comes with it.”
What’s the most played song on your iPod?
“Anything by Bruno Mars. I have a lot of friends who like to jam to his music, so I just started to jam with them.”
Which current NFL quarterback would you start a franchise with?
“Cam Newton. I think he is the whole package. He is young and has shown he can pass in the NFL, and he is a winner.”
Which major sporting event would you most like to attend?
“The national championship in college football. I think it would be an awesome atmosphere and everyone would be pumped for the game.”
What is one aspect of football you would stress to a newcomer?
“Make sure you hit the gym. No matter what position you play, the stronger you are, the better you will be.”
Favorites
Sports team: Minnesota Vikings
Food: Spaghetti
TV show: “Family Guy”
Movie: “Hall Pass”
Professional athlete: Adrian Peterson, Minnesota Vikings
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