From the Sidelines: Beckville’s Ally LaGrone

Published 3:34 pm Thursday, June 18, 2020

Name: Ally LaGrone

School: Beckville High School

Parents names: Garrett and Brandi LaGrone

Brothers/sisters: Madi LaGrone and Levi LaGrone

Sports you play: Softball

Favorite high school sports memory: Making it to round four of playoffs my junior year.

Plans after high school: Go to college and begin the next chapter of my life.

If college, what schools are you considering, and what do you plan to major in? I plan on attending Tyler Junior College and major in nursing.

Favorite song: The Champion by Carrie Underwood

Favorite food: Street tacos

Favorite TV show: Riverdale

Favorite movie: Jumanji

Who are your role models? My mom and dad

Which coaches have had the most influence on you? Why? My softball coach, Winston Whiddon has had the most influence on me. My freshman year of high school I was pitching for the Beckville Ladycats varsity softball team. I was the only pitcher all the way up to my senior year. He has watched me grow and mature since my first practice. He has always had so much patience with me and has never given up. I had a lot to learn my freshman year and still do. I would not be where I am today without him. I’m going to miss you, coach.

Who is your favorite teacher? Becky Fry

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Working in a hospital near my hometown.

Something about yourself that most people don’t know: I have played softball since I was 4 years old. When I’m not playing ball it’s all about family. I spend as much time with my family as I can.

What will you miss most about high school sports? What I’ll miss most about high school sports is my coaches and teammates. I will never forget the bond we had. I love my team.