Senior Spotlight

Kaiya Luneckas, West Branch

Parents: Heidi and Tony Luneckas

Siblings: Lexi, Trystin, Madison and Delaynie Luneckas

Sports/Activities: I am involved in volleyball, basketball, track, soccer, softball, show choir, choir, National Honor Society, Student Government, Student. Activites. Leadership. Team. (SALT), and yearbook.

How did you get involved in sports?: I have three older sisters, so I was partially raised in a gym or on the field. I have always had a passion for sports, and not just one, I love every single sport I am involved in.

Favorite moment from athletics: Most of my high school experience has been filled with amazing athletic moments with my team. The ones I remember most fondly will always be beating Regina in post-season softball during the 2019 season and getting the record for most rebounds against Regina during the 2019-2020 season.

A person that has influenced you: The person who has had the greatest influence on me is my mom, she has always pushed me towards my dreams and has never given up on me.

Hobbies: My favorite hobbies outside of school events include reading, drawing, and doing anything with my friends and family.

Favorite class: My favorite class ever taken would have to be Spanish 2 my sophomore year. I had the most amazing teacher and I was excited to attend class every single day.

Favorite food: My favorite food is pomegranate seeds.

Favorite book: I am currently reading “It’s Not About Me” by Max Lucado and “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” by Jenny Han, and I just finished the Anarchy series.

Favorite movie: My favorite movie is Tangled because I love Pascal.

How are you spending time with school closed?: I have been spending most of my time doing workouts on my own, learning how to play the ukulele, and cooking/baking a lot.

Future plans: My plans after graduation are to attend Saint Louis University to play softball with an undecided major.

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