By Matt Browning

Alex Hoppas of Andover was chosen as the Andover Shelter Insurance Athlete of the Month for October. Hoppas plays soccer for the Trojans.

“It feels good to be chosen,” Hoppas said. “There’s not a lot of glory that comes with a defensive position but I do like when it comes.”

Hoppas and the Trojans had high expectations entering the season and Hoppas said sometimes the team’s biggest obstacle to overcome is themselves.

“If we start a game hard and play with intensity, we can hold our own with any team in the state,” Hoppas said.

Over his time playing in the soccer program, Hoppas said he has experienced several great memories, but there is one that stands out the most.

If I had to choose one (memory), I would probably say my junior year on varsity (is the best),” Hoppas said. “I played on the back line with some of my best friends and we had a fun but competitive atmosphere.”

Outside of soccer, Hoppas also is in Student Council, National Honor Society, Kids4Kids and Blue Crew. Hoppas is also the Student Body Vice-President.

Hoppas is undecided on where he wants to go to college and a specific career, but he plans on studying mechanical engineering.