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Q and A with varsity wrestler junior Thomas Paplawsky

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Name: Thomas Paplawsky

Sport: Varsity wrestler

Grade: Junior

How long have you been wrestling?

“I’ve been wrestling for five years, except I had a gap last year because of an inflamed growth plate in my elbow.”

What other sports do you play at FHC? 

“I am a baseball player at FHC as well.”

What is your best memory from your time playing?

“My best memory from wrestling is freshman year wrestling Tyler Scott Ryan in a third-place match. We decided to mess around and hit as many reversals as possible to run up the score, which ended up being 23-21.”

What are the strengths of this year’s team? 

“We have a good core of younger wrestlers with some good talent and a bright future in our sport, as does our team.”

What are your individual goals for this year’s season? 

“My goals include staying at 173 pounds and above.”

Who is the biggest influence in your athletic career and why?

“In wrestling, probably, when I was a freshman, I chose Michael Campbell because I had always wanted to wrestle the way he wrestled and always try the same moves as him.”

 Who is your favorite professional athlete and why?

“Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London, because of his grit and resilience through terrible quarterback play, and since nobody gives him the respect he deserves, he kind of takes an underdog role. By the way, he’s gonna break out next year with a new head coach and a first-round quarterback.”

What is your favorite class this year and why?

“So far, AP seminar, because of the flexibility of the class, you can get your work done, and it can turn into your own study hall. It’s a very independent class as well.”

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Eli is a junior at Forest Hills Central High School, going into his second year on the FHC sports report team. Eli is a huge sports fan and loves to watch the NHL, NFL, and college football the most. Eli also plays varsity football, hockey, and soccer. Sports are Eli's favorite activity on the planet; he wouldn't want to be doing anything else. Eli loves to spend every moment of his time playing and watching sports. Something he loves: The world of sports Something he hates: Heights and roller coasters Something he wishes he did more: He wishes he would travel more His favorite food: Wings  

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