>August / September 2008

Travis Carlile

Name?
Travis Carlile

What school do you attend?
Evansville North High School

Grade Level and Position?
Senior – Running Back and Defensive End

What sports have you played or been involved in?
Football, wrestling, track, basketball, baseball and Judo

Favorite Sport:
Although I thoroughly enjoy all the sports I participate in, football is my favorite!

Awards?

• Eight varsity letters
• eight Academic All-City 4.0 Awards
• 2008 football team captain
• All Conference Wrestler
• two-time regional qualifier in wrestling
• Hosa Medical Math State Champion
• Hosa Bowl State Champion Runner-up
• OMHS Wildcat Leadership Award
• Rotary Citizen of the Month

What extracurricular activities do you participate in?
Class President for two years, Student Council, peer tutoring and mentoring

Do you belong to any organizations?
Health Occupations Students of America (local chapter President, State Second Vice President and National Delegate), National Honor Society, Who’s Who Among High School Students Nominee, Young Life (Wylelife Leader)

What are your other interests outside school and sports?
I like spending my free time in our pool and hanging out with my girlfriend, Aly Burdge. I also enjoy playing golf and disc golf, as well. Occasionally, I’ll relax with a game on my PS3, but between three jobs that doesn’t leave much time.

What is the best part of being on a team?
The lifelong friendship and experiences that are developed through practicing, traveling and playing with teammates who share the same interests are the best part of being on a team.

What are your future plans?
I would like to continue my football career at the collegiate level and pursue a degree in the field of medicine.

How does being involved in sports help you in everyday life?
I think it forces you to become more of an extrovert and assists in preparing you for the competitive world that exists beyond schooling by creating the confidence that is necessary to succeed.

How do you feel about being chosen for Athlete of the Month?
I was very excited and flattered to be selected for such a high feature and hope I have represented your criteria well for this honor.