Featured Athlete: Dominique Atkinson

How do you deal with pregame anxiety?

I am never really too anxious before games. It’s kinda weird because most guys get really nervous before games.  I feel awkward because I never do. I always just tell them, “it’ll be fine.” Usually I am just excited to play rather than nervous.

What is the best thing Coach Delaney has ever told you?

He once told me that I’m his number one princess.

How did you get started playing football?

Well, I guess I got started playing football probably when I was really young, but i didn’t get involved in tackle football until like 3rd grade because my mom was scared that I was going to get hurt. It’s funny she thought that because I have ended up hurting a lot of people.

Do you have a favorite memory of playing for east?

I enjoy every moment that I am playing. I really just love the sport.

Are you planning to play football in college?

Hopefully. I love football so I would love to play in college. I dont know where I will end up going, but I do know that I just want to play. I just like to play football, I would play for any team.