Super Soo Athlete: Travis Ames

Name: Travis Ames Age: 14 Years Involved: 6 Position: Wide Receiver

Travis Ames is more like a bolt of lightening than a 14-year-old running down the field.

If you’re able to see him.

Opposing teams try to keep an eye on Ames, but he’s more like a blur when he’s running his patterns.

Ames got involved in football after see his step-father watching it on TV.

Travis Ames is our Super Soo Athlete this week because ultra-fast skills and pure athletic ability.

Quote from the coach: Travis is electrifying on the field. He is our most dangerous player.

SooToday reporter Tyler Simpson had the chance to sit down with Maidra for a brief interview.

Quote: Matt is a hard-hitting player, but is smart when it comes to the plays.

Tyler Simpson: What got you involved in football? Travis Ames: My step-dad was always watching it. So he got me into playing.

TS: Who is your favourite coach? TA: The Indianapolis Colts.

TS: Who is your sports role model/idol? TA: Marvin Harrison

TS: What hobbies do you have other than football? TA: I like to snow board and play basketball.

TS: What is your most memorable moment in the sport so far? TA: My first touchdown which was an interception I ran back.