By Matt Browning

Hope Hilton of Andover was chosen as the Andover Shelter Insurance Athlete of the Month for October. Hilton carries the top scoring average for the Trojans’ girls golf team.

Hilton won two tournaments during the season and shot her best tournament score of the year, an 84, at Cheney.

“It’s so cool that I was chosen to represent my school for athlete of the month,” Hilton said. “I feel honored to be chosen.”

“My senior season has been going amazing so far. With six seniors leaving the team last year that meant that I needed to step it up. It had definitely been a huge change in our team, with me really being the only one on varsity.”

Hilton said the coaches and previous teammates at Andover have played a significant role in her growth as a player and a person. She has fond memories of her sophomore and junior years, specifically.

“My favorite memories while playing at Andover would definitely have to be my sophomore and junior year and the closeness that our team had,” Hilton said. “The day before state my sophomore year we made a mini golf course in the hallway, and that had definitely been one of my top memories for sure. I have also enjoyed getting to know my coaches more and more each year. They have had a huge impact on me and how I play golf.”