Lizzie Brewer has been a positive, supportive member of the Lake Region indoor and outdoor track and field teams.

“She is often smiling and ready to step up when asked. She has helped the sprint group stay on task and used her humor to lighten the mood,” Lake Region Coach Mark Snow said. “She is a member of the 4x100 meter relay, but recently filled in on the 4x400 meter relay and met a goal of setting a PR (personal record) split at the WMC championships. She is a positive influence on her teammates.”

In recognition of her strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Lizzie is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber.

Player of the Week

Name: Elizabeth Brewer

Year in School: Senior

Hometown: Casco

Parents: Margaret and Jason Brewer

Sports you Play: Cross-country, indoor and outdoor track

School organizations: National Honor Society and Varsity Club

School honors: National Honor Society, 36 colleges credits completed through Early College Program

Q. Why did you choose track & field? I enjoy running and heard great things about the team and coaches.

Q. Complete the following, “I know I’ve had a good meet if…” The first thing is if I’m at having fun and the second is if I got a seasonal best or a personal record.

Q. What goes through your mind before a big meet? I wanted to get a season best or a personal record, but the main thing I remind myself is to have fun while I’m there.

Q. If things are not going well, what do you do to rebound and clear your mind to be more positive? I will get a snack, talk to my teammates and think about what I’m doing wrong and how to improve my mistakes while not getting down on myself.

Q. How has sports changed you as a person? It has made me mentally strong. It is hard to not get down on yourself when you do not achieve a seasonal best or personal record. I had to learn how to let things go and have the confidence that I am improving everyday even if I am not seeing instant results.

Q. What is the biggest reward you get from competing in sports? My biggest reward is my teammates. Track and field is a very social sport and I enjoy getting to see and to talk to teammates every day on and off the track. Some of my closest friendships started during track. I am very thankful for these friendships.