While most seniors are still narrowing down their college choices, senior and varsity outside linebacker Trey Knes has a leg up; already committed to Miami University in Ohio for football, Knes can focus his energy on his senior year.
“It’s really exciting that I already know where I’m going so I don’t have to stress,” Knes said. Playing college football has been a goal of his since middle school, adding an extra element to the already energizing commitment.
Knes said his commitment goes deeper than just the football team.
“They definitely have a top-notch coaching staff, but they have a really nice campus, and I’ll get a great education,” Knes said.
Knes is not the only one glad
that he is finished with his college decision.
“It’s always a relief for a young student athlete to have that weight lifted off his shoulders when going through the college process,” Coach Scott Davis said.
His teammates are enthused for him as well.
“I can’t wait to see how he performs at the next level,” senior cornerback Ben Fagin said. “Our team is always stronger with him in.”
His hard work throughout h
igh school has paid off, and he now has to give himself a break, due to doctor’s orders. In an early season practice, Knes sustained a foot injury.
“I have deep bone bruising because someone stepped on my foot, and I continued to run on it, so it kept getting worse,” Knes said.
Knes has moved from a simple wal
king cast to a nonweight-bearing scooter that he uses all day. He rests the knee of his broken foot on a pad and uses the other foot to propel himself.
While it’s not the most glamorous way to get around, Knes still has a positive attitude on scooting.
“The scooter is pretty cool,” Knes said. “It’s not fun being injured, but it’s kind of cool to be able to go fast through the
hallways and leave class early.”
Although the linebacker isn’t able to help the team on the field, he still strives to make a contribution.
“I just try to help out in any way I can, if it’s grabbing water for the guys or giving them advice on future plays,” Knes said.
Out of the game until at least October, Knes won’t let this slow him down and advises younger players to adopt the same mentality.
“Work hard and don’t give up if you have a goal,” Knes said. “I try not to worry about things and have fun. I like to have a plan, but it’s still good to live in the moment.”
