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GTHS Athlete of the Week - Antonio Patterson

By Titan Mom Elvira
Community Writer & Photographer
09/13/2024 at 12:03 PM

Antonio, a 16-year-old Junior at Grand Terrace High School, is an exceptional student-athlete who balances his academic and athletic responsibilities with dedication. With a 3.0 GPA, he continues to push himself to excel in his studies while managing a demanding sports schedule. Despite his busy schedule, Antonio has successfully balanced both his schoolwork and sports commitments.

Antonio has been actively involved in football, basketball, and track for six years, appreciating the challenge of competing at the high school level. His goal for this football season is to achieve 20 touchdowns and 1,000 yards, contributing to a winning season with his Titan brothers.

In addition to his athletic pursuits, Antonio is committed to his academic success, striving to focus on earning only A’s and B’s. Antonio plans to attend college, where he hopes to continue playing football at a higher level and pursue a career in the sport.

A quote that resonates with Antonio is, "Strength is a power of the mind, not the body," reflecting his belief that mental control is key to achieving success. This mindset drives him to push his limits and strive for greatness.

When asked what motivates him, Antonio credits his mom, saying, "She always pushes me towards the best direction for me.” With such strong guidance, Antonio is destined to achieve great things in life.

Some of Antonio’s hobbies include going to the gym and playing football with his friends. He understands the importance of balancing hard work with fun, making time for those enjoyable moments that create lasting memories while he's still young.

We have watched Antonio grow as a football player over the years, and he has the potential to advance to the next level. This is just the beginning of what promises to be a bright future for him. His Titan family is excited to see where his journey takes him next.

We wish Antonio all the best in his future endeavors. The best is yet to come for him!