Colin Murphy demonstrates leadership, dedication, and enthusiasm in everything he does.

“He stays past the end of practice often to work on his specialized pole vault event, managing three different poles this season and qualifying for the State Meet,” Lake Region varsity Track & Field Coach Mark Snow said. “He is always ready to help the team at practices and meets. He is a positive influence on his teammates.”

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Colin 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: Colin Murphy

Year in School: Senior

Hometown: Bridgton

Parents: Kevin Murphy and Karla Swanson-Murphy

Sports you Play: Soccer, Ice Hockey, Track & Field

Q. Why did you choose track & field? I originally chose track and field as a way to stay in shape for a couple seasons, but then I grew to enjoy the sport and I chose to stick with it as one of my middle school coaches made practices very fun but also pushed me to be a better athlete. 

Q. Complete the following, “I know I’ve had a good meet if…” I fall asleep on the bus on the way back. 

Q. What goes through your mind before a big meet? I just try and focus on what my goal for the meet is, if that’s a new PR (personal record) or to tie my PR, whatever it is, I focus in on that and how I will achieve it.

Q. If things are not going well, what do you do to rebound and clear your mind to be more positive? Keep moving and focus on the things that are going right and try to improve on them.

Q. How has sports changed you as a person? All of my sports have helped me grow as a person in more ways than I could ever imagine, but the biggest way is the fact that every sport has shown me a new aspect of leadership.

Q. What is the biggest reward you get from competing in sports? Being with my friends and finding the next new challenge.