April 29, 2024
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NewsTribune Athlete of the Week: La Salle-Peru’s Makenzie Hamilton

Senior bowler won individual title, helped Cavaliers to team title at Cavalier Classic

By Kevin Chlum
Makenzie Hamilton

Makenzie Hamilton

Makenzie Hamilton has been a top performer for the La Salle-Peru girls bowling team for the past several seasons.

In her final high school season, Hamilton has continued to be a strong bowler and a team leader for the Cavaliers.

Last week, she helped L-P to an Interstate 8 Conference win over Sycamore and led the Cavaliers to a three-peat at the Cavalier Classic.

She rolled a 1,243 six-game series, starting with a 266 high game, to win the individual title.

“Makenzie performed at the top of her game last week and all season long,” L-P coach Jim McCabe said. “She has come to this season with drive and determination and is being a great tea leader.

For her performance, Hamilton was voted the NewsTribune Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Sullivan’s, Grasser’s Plumbing & Heating and Central Bank.

Hamilton answered some questions from NewsTribune sports editor Kevin Chlum.

What’s the best bowling ball you’ve ever had?

Hamilton: Proton physics.

Besides the Illinois Valley Super Bowl, where is your favorite place to bowl?

Hamilton: Rockford Cherry Bowl.

Do you and/or the team have any rituals, routines or superstitions before or during matches?

Hamilton: Before every Saturday tournament we go for breakfast. We have strike hats we make the coaches wear when we have a strike run.

What is your favorite holiday movie?

Hamilton: “Home Alone.”

What is your favorite book?

Hamilton: “Divergent.”

What is your favorite subject in school, and why?

Hamilton: Fire Science is my favorite because it’s active and adds to skills I will need in life.

What are your plans after high school?

Hamilton: I plan on going to nursing school.

What is your favorite candy or dessert?

Hamilton: Chocolate chip cookies and Dr. Pepper.

What is something you wish you were really good at?

Hamilton: Ice skating.

What are your thoughts on your individual performance last week?

Hamilton: I started off strong with a 266 and kept consistency after that. I’m proud of myself and the team.