Sports
Athlete of the Week: Golfer Trent Wallace
Freshman has his sights set on qualifying for the state meet.
Joliet West High School freshman Trent Wallace was highly touted heading into his first season of boys golf.
He hasn’t disappointed and could become the school’s first boys golf state qualifier since the state started keeping records 15 years ago.
During his first prep season, Wallace was first at the Lemont Shoot-Out with a 73 and shot a 72 to take third at the Providence Catholic Invite. Wallace tied for first, but took third via a scorecard playoff.
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He is the first ShorewoodPatch.com Athlete of the Week.
When did you first start playing golf? When I was 3 years old.
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What’s been your greatest sports moment so far? I had a hole in one at the Illinois State Amateur and became the youngest person to ever qualify.
What was your most embarrassing sports moment? I shanked a ball and hit my dad.
What is your favorite pig-out food? Candy. I eat candy before I play.
Who are your favorite athletes? Chicago Bulls point guard and league Most Valuable Player Derrick Rose because he’s from Chicago and is the best point guard in the NBA.
Why golf and not other more popular sports? I love the sport and want to play golf for the rest of my life.
What are your individual goals for the 2011 season? Make it to state and win the individual title or come in the top 10, at least.
