Athlete of the Week: Logan Newton

Twelve-year-old Logan Newton pitched three games for the Suncoast Storm 98 team, finishing with a 2-1 record and helping lead the Storm to a 3-3 record at the USSSA World Series July 23-30. The Nolan Middle School seventh-grader also hit over .500 for the tournament with three triples and two doubles while leading the team in RBIs. Here is an inside look at this week’s Athlete of the Week.

Of the positions that you play, which is your favorite?
Pitcher. It’s the most challenging position on the field, and I always like a challenge.

What’s the toughest part about being a pitcher?
You always have to work at it. You can’t take a few weeks off, or you won’t be very good.

What did you enjoy the most about playing in the USSSA World Series?
You get to play against teams you wouldn’t normally play against, including some state champions from other states. It’s just fun.

How did you get into softball?
My sister also plays. I would always watch her games and catch on. I just liked it.

What do you enjoy the most about softball?
You get to be with your friends, be active and be outside.

Do you have any siblings?
I have a sister, Taylor, who will be 16 years old Aug. 17.

Do you have a favorite TV show?
“Ghost Whisperer.” I’ll sit there for like six hours and just watch that.

What’s your favorite Olympic sport?
Swimming. It looks so hard. I can’t believe people are doing this.

What do you want to be when you grow up?
A photographer or maybe a journalist.

If you could play any other sport for a day, what would it be?
Skateboarding. It’s not really a known sport, and I just want to try it.

Who is your biggest role model?
My dad, Jimmy. He always backs me up, and when I need to go out he encourages me in whatever I choose to do.

Who was your favorite Disney princess?
Snow White. This poor old girl has to overcome the wicked witch, who is trying to kill her because she’s prettier.