We take a look at Pacelli Cardinals Multi-Sport Athlete Chase Lyons, with our famous interview, ‘Pancakes or Waffles?’ Learn what makes the Cardinals’ standout ‘tick’…
OnFocus: What are your favorite subjects/classes and why?
Lyons: My favorite subject in school right now is AP Psychology because I like learning about how people work.
OnFocus: What are your hobbies?
Lyons: I like listening to music, spending time outdoors, cooking, cheering for the Bears, and watching superhero movies.
OnFocus: Who is/was your first favorite teacher and why?
Lyons: Mr. Zawacki was my favorite teacher because he made what we were learning fun and pushed me to be a better person.
OnFocus: What is the most unusual food you have eaten?
Lyons: Rocky Mountain oysters…
OnFocus: What is your favorite music to listen to?
Lyons: Yacht rock.
OnFocus: What are your plans after high school?
Lyons: I want to go to college and study social work.
OnFocus: If they made a movie about you, and your life, what would it be called?
Lyons: The Lyon(s) King.
OnFocus: What sports do you play?
Lyons: I play football and baseball.
OnFocus: Which teammate would you not want to be stranded with on a deserted island?
Lyons: Nolan Ott is one of my best friends but I don’t think we’d last long on a deserted island.
OnFocus: What are some memorable moments you have had as an athlete?
Lyons: My first play ever as a freshman I got a sack.
OnFocus: Who are your favorite athletes and/or teams?
Lyons: I’m a big Bears fan, which it’s been hard to be one but I’m optimistic for the future. I was raised a Bears fan because my Dad grew up in Illinois. Some of my favorite athletes growing up were Khalil Mack and Tarik Cohen. The 2018 Bears were a special team for me.
OnFocus: What do you enjoy most about competing in front of family, friends and fans?
Lyons: It’s nice to know that we have a group of people behind us with support. I like to go out there with my team and perform to the best of our abilities for them.
OnFocus: Do you have a funny or unusual moment(s) you have experienced in sports?
Lyons: A funny moment I remember was during my freshman year when I played basketball. I wasn’t the best basketball player but I remember being on the bench and cheering my teammates on. I had fun bringing some energy to those JV2 basketball games. Not sure if it’s funny but definitely memorable.
OnFocus: What’s the best thing about being a student-athlete at Pacelli.
Lyons: The small school atmosphere. I love being able to make relationships with my teachers and get the most out of my education.
OnFocus: What words of wisdom can you give to other student-athletes?
Lyons: To know your job/role on the team and do it to the best of your ability. Serve your teammates by giving all of yourself.
OnFocus: Lastly, pancakes or waffles?
Lyons: Got to be pancakes.
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Author: David Keech
David Keech is a retired teacher and works as a sportswriter, sports official and as an educational consultant. He has reported on amateur sports since 2011, known as 'KeechDaVoice.' David can be reached at [email protected]
