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NewsTribune Athlete of the Week: La Salle-Peru’s Allie Thome
R.Campbell23 min ago
La Salle-Peru senior Allie Thome is playing well as the regular season is winding down. Thome was the medalist in wins over Ottawa and Princeton. She shot a 41 against Ottawa and a 40 against Princeton. "Allie has been having an overall strong season," L-P coach Patrick Goy said. "Picking up those two medalist honors last week, especially on senior night, was great to see. She's been consistent in her scoring all season and I look forward to her success continuing as we head toward postseason play." For her performance, Thome was voted the NewsTribune Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Sullivan's and Grasser's Plumbing & Heating. Thome answered some questions from NewsTribune sports editor Kevin Chlum.When did you start playing golf and how did you get into it?Thome: I started playing golf in sixth grade. My dad always played so I went with him.What do you like about playing golf?Thome: I like how it is an individual sport but there's also a team atmosphere.What makes you a good golfer?Thome: My driving ability and mental stability throughout the match.What is the best course you've ever played?Thome: Inwood Golf Course in Joliet because they have a challenging island green.If you could get advice from any golfer, who would it be and why?Thome: (L-P) Coach (Patrick) Goy because he has a lot of knowledge on golf and different strategies to get you through the match.What is your favorite sports memory?Thome: My favorite sports memory is winning the national championship in Alabama for softball.With what food could you win an eating contest?Thome: Peaches would be the food I would win with in an eating contest.If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?Thome: Hawaii because of the beaches and sunsets.Besides golf season, what do you like about the faThome: My favorite fall activities are homecoming, pumpkin patches and football games.What are your thoughts on your performance last week?
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