From the Sidelines: John Tyler’s Melanie Torres

Published 5:13 pm Saturday, April 18, 2020

With spring sports being canceled, the Tyler Morning Telegraph wants to profile East Texas seniors in those sports in a feature called “From the Sidelines”. If you’re an East Texas senior who competes in a spring sport and would like to be featured, fill out the following questionnaire and send it to sports@tylerpaper.com, along with a photo. Today’s featured female athlete is John Tyler’s Melanie Torres.

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Name: Melanie Torres

School: John Tyler High School

Parents names: Tony and Gaby Barrera

Brothers/sisters: Minnie Barrera, Mia Maya Barrera, Jason Charles, Zugeily Torres and Lorie Barrera

Sports you play: Soccer

Favorite high school sports memory: Every celebration after winning a game.

Plants after high school: Become a nurse

If college what schools are you considering, and what do you plan to major in: Tyler Junior College and UT Health

Favorite song; Blessed by Daniel Caesar

Favorite TV show: I don’t really watch TV.

Favorite movie: The Fault in Our Stars

Who are your role models; My mom, dad and baby sister, three of the most strongest, hopeful people I have ever encountered.

Which coaches have had the most influence on you? Why? Coach Mo, the cross country coach my junior year. That man was always pushing us to be the best we could be, not only in the sport but in life. He motivated me when i needed it the most and let me know he was there if I ever needed it.

Whos your favorite teacher? Ms. Mac

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I see myself doing good in my career with a healthy family trying to do better for the world.

Something about yourself that most people don’t know? When I play, I play with everything I got even when I’m hurting. I’m always going to push because that is what I was taught.

What will you miss most about High School sports? Creating new bonds and celebrating wins with family.