By Matt Browning

Colby Lampkin from Maize was chosen as the Maize Shelter Insurance Athlete of the Month for October. Lampkin is a defender on the Eagles’ soccer team.

“I am very appreciative of getting this recognition of being in this feature,” Lampkin said.

The Eagles have struggled this year, but Lampkin hopes his team turns it on as the regular season winds down.

“Coming off of a good year last year, going to state, this year hasn’t been what we have hoped it would’ve been but we still have the end of the regular season and postseason ahead of us,” Lampkin said. 

Being a senior, Lampkin wants he and his teammates to create memorable experiences in the postseason, which is what he is focusing on now. 

“I want to have another good year and make it to state again,” Lampkin said. “For my senior year, I want to have a good year with my teammates and finish the season strong.”

Lampkin has also played basketball, tennis and golf and is also involved in the National Honor Society.

Next year, Lampkin will be attending Pittsburg State and plans on studying construction management.