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Male Athlete of the Week: Noah Ryder

Noah Ryder frequently places at his Track and Field meets.
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Image/Graphics by Alexis Condon
Noah runs a race during the meet at Bald Eagle previously this season.

Noah Ryder is Warrior Watch’s Male Athlete of the Week, ending on 05/07/23. He is a senior on the Track and Field team, competing for three years and lettering all three times. Noah participates in three events: the 4×800 relay, the 1600m, and the 4x400m relay. He has helped his 4×800 relay team be undefeated in their event for two years. Noah has placed consistently at his meets and hopes to rank well in Districts and States. 

Teammate Wyatt Schwiderske says, “He really strives to be the best at his events and has a good work ethic.” 

Facts about Noah Ryder: 

Parents: Bill and Courtney Ryder 

Favorite Restaurant: Chipotle 

Favorite animal: None 

Favorite Track and Field memory: Breaking the 4×4 record again last week at the Mountain Lion Classic Invitational. He says they got the whole field to run back and forth and scream during the race. He says it helped to get them motivated. 

His biggest goal of the season: To run a sub 2:05 800m

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About the Contributor
Hayley Wooster
Hayley Wooster, Staff Writer
Hi, my name is Hayley Wooster.  I am a senior at West Branch Area High School. I participate in varsity volleyball, Student Government, and the National Honor Society. After graduation, I plan to attend the University of Pittsburgh and major in nursing.