Three-Sport Athlete Farrell Balances Sports, Classes

Name: Connor Farrell

Graduating Class: 2012

Team: football-team captain (defensive end), baseball (pitcher) and basketball (power forward).

Hopkinton Patch: How many sports do you participate in and do you have a favorite?

Connor Farrell: I participate in three sports: football, baseball and basketball. It is hard for me to choose, but I would say baseball is my favorite.

Patch: When did you start playing football?

Farrell: I started playing football when I was in seventh grade, a little late. I wasn't able to play in Pop-Warner in eighth grade due to my size. When I was young, I played other sports and was on the swim team, but I always wanted to play football. My dad convinced my mom to let me play football after years of convincing.

Patch: This has been a very successful and exciting football season. Is there anything that you are most proud of?

Farrell: I am very proud of all of the receivers and players in the skilled positions, but what I am most proud of is the offensive line. This year, we had only one returning starter and four juniors on the line. They did a great job.

Patch: Is there a most memorable event for you in the past season?

Farrell: I would have to say that it was the game against Medfield. I made some good blocks that allowed some nice plays to happen. This game seemed to be a turning point for us and really bolstered our confidence in moving forward.

Patch: How do you manage your academics and sports schedule?

Farrell: Participating in three sports actually helps me budget my time for academics. I know exactly how much time I have to study and for extracurriculars. It helps me stay organized and focused on what I need to accomplish.

Patch: What are your plans after high school?

Farrell: Last year, I had knee surgery and missed much of the baseball and basketball seasons. I am planning on one post-graduate year.

Patch: You have a big game coming up, any impressions?

Farrell: We are fired up and are going to play tough. Depending on how the other teams finish up, a win would secure us a place in the playoffs.