Magnus Holm has given the Lake Region varsity boys’ soccer team a definite shot in the arm this fall.

“Magnus has been a great addition to the team. He is always upbeat and positive. As an AFS student, Magnus has brought some new blood to the team and has blended right in,” Laker Coach Mike Chaine said. “Magnus’s soccer skills have been a welcomed addition to the midfield and his outside shooting has made him a threat to any team we face. He scored a goal against Wells on a direct kick from farther than half field.”

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Magnus 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 Holm File

Name: Magnus Holm

Year in School: Senior

Town: Harrison

Parents: Carolyn and Norman Huntress (host family)

Sports you play: Soccer

Q. Best piece of advice you have received? “Believe in yourself, play hard, but fair and if you don’t run through you will get hurt,” — Herzog Basil.

Q. Who is your biggest fan? Family/host family because they give me very big support and I appreciate that very much; because they watch all of my soccer games.

Q. I know I have had a good sports day when… I have given my 150% absolute best, even if we lose.

Q. What is your favorite sport? Soccer, because it’s my passion. In every situation when I play soccer, I always feel better after. Soccer makes me happy.

Q. If I could change one thing about myself as an athlete, I would change… I would try to get myself bigger so I would improve my strength, which would improve my skills.

Q. What qualities make for a good teammate and whom do you consider a good teammate? Nick Ball, because he’s a personal motivator and he’s a great friend. He’s awesome on and off the field.

Q. What do you believe you bring to your team? Skills, motivation, leadership.

Q. What characteristics do you feel make for a good coach? Respect, leadership, motivator, chain who holds it all together, confident person, empathy and a person who tells you to calm down sometimes.