By Wayne E. Rivet

Staff Writer

Colin Bridge-Koenigsberg won’t win a lot of cross-country running races, but he has won the true respect of his coaches with his hard work.

“Colin is someone who strives for individual and team improvement,” Lake Region varsity coach Dan Dors said. “He is someone who we, as coaches, can always count on to be at practice and to do what is asked of him.”

Coach Dors says the LR senior is well liked and respected by his teammates, both boys and girls.

“Colin is a reliable person and is a pleasure to coach,” Dors said.

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Colin is this week’s Boosters 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 Bridge-Koenigsberg File

Name: Colin Bridge-Koenigsberg

Year in School: Senior

Town: Naples

Parents: Leslie McConnell and Ted Bridge-Koenigsberg

School Activities/Sports: Cross-country, indoor track, lacrosse.

Q. Why did you choose this sport? Because I thought it would be fun.

Q. What do you hope to accomplish this season? To set a personal record, and to improve each time out.

Q. What do you enjoy the most? Spending time with my team. I really enjoy my teammates.

Q. What do you like the least? The whole running part.

Q. What makes you successful? I work hard and feel I am helpful with the underclassmen.

Q. What would your dream moment be? Watching one of my faster teammates win the States.

Q. What has the sport taught you? It’s taught me to never give up.

Q. Who has inspired you? Coach Dors, because he is a positive role model, and he is responsible for my participation.