The Neuse News Athletes of the Week
By Junious Smith III
Taiwan Hines, North Lenoir, soccer
Hines had a pair of great games to lead the Hawks to victories last week. The senior had four goals in a 7-3 victory over C.B. Aycock Sept. 23 and followed with two goals and three assists in a 5-1 win over West Craven two days later.
Favorite food: Stuffed crust pepperoni pizza
Favorite musical artist: Lil Uzi Vert
One place he would like to travel to: Taipei, Taiwan
Follow him on Instagram at: @lil_hines_vert
His pregame ritual: Maintaining his focus on his craft before playing
Mackenzie Pope, Arendell Parrott, volleyball
Favorite food: Grilled chicken
Favorite musical group: Rascal Flatts
One place she would like to travel to: Costa Rica
Follow her on Instagram at: @mac_pope
Her pregame ritual: Playing music in the locker room with her teammates
