Athlete of the Week: 8/17/2020

Jane Keenan

Jane Keenan 22

Jane Keenan ’22

Regina Dominican golfer Jane Keenan was named Athlete of the Week for the week of August 17-22.  Jane earned medalist honors in the season-opening match against DePaul Prep with a low score of 39.  Mr. Mancuso was able to catch up with Jane for a quick interview.

BM: Congratulations on winning the first Athlete of the Week for the 2020-2021 school year.  You were chosen because you were a low medalist last week against DePaul.  How did it feel to be low medalist?
JK: I was very surprised. I did not think I did that great, so I was happy when I calculated my score and saw I got a 39.

BM: How long have you played golf?  What is your favorite course to play?
JK: For about a year. Probably North Shore.

BM: How has COVID-19 rules changed the game of golf?
JK: We have to wear a mask at all times except for when we swing. (note, after the interview, the IHSA changed its ruling on this).

BM: What is the best part about being a Regina Dominican student?
JK: The community and inclusion of everyone.

BM: What is the best part about being on the golf team at Regina?
JK: Being to grow as a player and person with your teammates.

BM: Ok, some rapid-fire questions:

BM
: Favorite class?
JK: History

BM:
Rough or Sand traps?
JK: Sand

BM: Favorite movie?
JK: Catch Me If You Can

BM: Favorite season?
JK:  Fall