Female Athlete of the Week: Jenna Mertz

Jenna Mertz scores a hat-trick against Moshannon Valley.

Emily Parks, Staff Writer • September 21, 2022

Image/Graphics by Ashley Mertz

Jenna dribbles the ball toward the opposing team.

Jenna Mertz was selected for Warrior Watch’s Female Athlete of the Week for the week ending on 9/17/22. Jenna is a junior and starts as a wing for the Lady Warrior Soccer team. The Lady Warriors traveled to Moshannon Valley on September 15th, where Jenna scored three goals for The Lady Warriors, helping to bring the Warriors to victory, making their record (4-3).

Facts about Jenna:

Grade: 11

Parent(s): Cheryl Kitko

Sibling(s): Ashley Mertz

Favorite Food: Wings

Pre-game Ritual: Braiding her hair the same way every game

Future Plans: Attend college in a different state, and go somewhere warm

Favorite restaurant: Quaker Steak & Lube

About the Contributor

Emily Parks, Staff Writer

Hi! I’m Emily Parks, a senior at West Branch. I participate in varsity soccer, basketball, and track. I am also vice-president of the class of 2023, president of Student Government, secretary of Varisty Club, and a member of the National Honor Society. After high school, I plan to become a physician assistant or pediatrician.