This week, the Prep News is highlighting student athletes who have made an impact on their team through the first couple of weeks in the winter sports season.

Mike Wiliams (Wrestling; Jr.): Williams has had 6 matches this year with only one loss against Windsor. However, his strength propelled him to a victory last weekend at the Parkway South Tournament. Three match wins by more than 15 points along with a finals win of 14-2 pushed Williams to win his first varsity tournament. Read more about his victory in the Wrestling article next edition! 

Anderson Espe (Basketball; Jr.): When presented with an option to be smart or athletic, most SLUH students would probably choose smart. However, Espe is forging his own path as not only a renowned physicist, but also a stellar basketball player. The junior started off hot in basketball’s first game of the season, putting up ten points, one steal, and one rebound in the scorebook. Safe to say that Espe has calculated the perfect shot angle needed to put up good numbers, all thanks to Mr. Baudendistel.

Thomas Juergens: The senior descends from a family line of varsity SLUH racquetball players. His performance on state and national level teams during his first three seasons is sure to contribute to the stellar performance expected from him this year. Juergens competed in the Top Seed Tournament, winning the Varsity 1 Consolation bracket. With his leadership and cool-headed aura, Juergens hopes to lead SLUH back to the top of the state and national tournaments.

Gavin Simon: Despite his underwhelming size, the fourth year varsity senior does not let his height hold him back as he has racked up 13 assists this season alone. Through the season’s nine games, the senior has made himself known as the most impactful indirect scorer on the team. Along with his 13 assists, Simon has scored three goals, including one in the recent game against Edwardsville. Simon was the leading point scorer with 4 points against Edwardsville.