Ben Roy

Ben Roy is one of the hardest workers on the Lake Region varsity cross-country team and is a leader by example.

The LR senior is a captain and a four-year member of the cross-country program.

“Ben strives for individual improvement at practice and sets a good example for his teammates (boys and girls),” Laker Coach Dan Dors said. “He is a person of great responsibility and always does what is expected of him.”

Ben is the true student athlete, Coach Dors added.

“We are expecting Ben to have a very good year,” the coach said. “A great person to coach.”

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Ben is this week’s Boosters Club and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber.

The Roy file

Name: Ben Roy

Year in School: Senior

Town: Naples

Parents: Glen and Joanne Roy

Sports you play:  Cross country, indoor track, lacrosse

School organizations: Math Team, Dirigo Boys State delegate, 2013.

School honors: Honor Roll

Q. Best piece of advice you have received? BR. Never quit, Coach Dors.

Q. Who is your biggest fan? BR. My parents because they have never missed a game or meet in my entire school career.

Q. I know I have had a good sports day when… BR. I feel tired and confident with what I just achieved.

Q. What is your favorite sport? BR. My favorite sport is cross country because of the coaches and the fact that I am able to push myself more and more every day.

Q. If I could change one thing about myself as an athlete, I would change… BR. I would change to be more coordinated for lacrosse.

Q. What qualities make for a good teammate? BR. Someone who pushes and supports you, and also makes it fun.

Q. What do you believe you bring to your team? BR. I believe I bring leadership to my team.

Q. What characteristics do you feel make for a good coach? BR. A good coach is able to push further than you thought you could go and also understands you.