D6 Athlete of the Week: Grace Cunningham, Greeley West High School

"I nominated Grace because she is a great athlete and a great leader on the girls wrestling ream. Grace came out for girls wrestling this year, and was a first-year wrestler who made to state, which is no easy task." - Robert Perez, Wrestling Coach

Student Name

Grace Cunningham

School

Greeley West High School

Grade Level

Senior

Sports

Wrestling

Positions

N/A

Stats

Competed in State

"An achievement I'm proud of is making it to state as a first year wrestler."  

How do you manage the balance between academics and athletics? What strategies have been most effective for you? 

"You need to have a good balance and focus on school during school, so that you don't have to spend after school hours to catch up. Spend out of school hours for sports."

How do you handle pressure and maintain mental resilience during high-stakes competition?

"I used music to handle the pressure." 

What are your career or college plans after you graduate high school? 

"I am going to UNC for marketing." 

What advice do you have for younger athletes who want to join your sport?

"Whether or not you have played the sport before, you are able to make it as long as you put in the work." 

Do you have any funny pre-game rituals or superstitions that you stick to?

"No, I do not.