Connor Warren, Student-Athlete of the Week
High-school sports: Football (linebacker, all-Class 5A Jefferson County League second team) and lacrosse (midfielder).
What I’ve done lately: Had a goal and two assists as the Mustangs downed Santa Fe Christian, the No. 3 team in California, on a trip during spring break.
Grade-point average: 4.47.
Class: Senior.
Why I attend Mullen: So I went to Mullen’s football youth camp in seventh and eighth grade and it was just awesome. I loved it. The players were awesome and the coaches were awesome. It was like they wanted me there. It was still a high-academic school and that made my decision easy.
The best thing about my sport: In football, I love, obviously, the mental aspect – everyone has to do their job perfectly to have a chance at success and just the pure athleticism involved. Plus, the work that goes into it … the payout is really satisfying.
In my future: I’m going to Carnegie Mellon University (in Pittsburgh) to study business finance and play football.
Pre-Game ritual: Before every game I listen to the same playlist, about 20 songs or so. I just try not to think too much about the game. I just think about my role. If I think too much, it’s overwhelming. I just visualize my job.
Favorite college team: Duke football.
Why I play: It’s a great form of release. Honestly, exercise is great for you, but, mentally, with school and everything, it gets to be a lot. But having those couple of hours to play and compete with your best friends and getting to play a game – that’s the reason I play.
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