From the Sidelines: Gilmer’s Karson Martin

Published 9:30 pm Thursday, May 21, 2020

Gilmer’s Karson Martin.

Name: Karson Martin

School: Gilmer High School



Parents names: Doug and Kristal Martin

Brothers/sisters: Maddison Evans

Sports you play: Golf, tennis and baseball manager

Favorite high school sports memory: Regionals in golf last year

Plans after high school: Attend Blinn College and later transfer to Texas A&M

What do you plan to major in? Biology, to become an orthodontist

Favorite song: It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere

Favorite food: Ribeye steak

Favorite TV show: The Andy Griffith Show

Favorite movie: Step Brothers

Who are your role models? Dan Pannini and Warren Buffett

Which coaches have had the most influence on you? Why? Coach Edwards and Coach Barr. Amazing men who you can look up to and model your life after.

Who is your favorite teacher? Mrs. Traci Cole

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Opening up my own orthodontic practice

Something about yourself that most people don’t know: Very hands on in all I do. Very family oriented and love them dearly. Love to BBQ.

What will you miss most about high school sports? Cutting up with friends and coaches

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Name: Alexis Rumbo

School: Brownsboro High School

Parents names: Brad and Jennifer Rumbo

Brothers/sisters: Sister, Paisley Rumbo

Sports you play: Volleyball, basketball, softball, track and fishing

Favorite high school sports memory: Making it to the regional tournament with the basketball team this year

Something about yourself that most people don’t know: I started taking mixed marital arts when I was 5 years old and I hold the rank of a second degree black belt.

What will you miss most about high school sports?: I will definitely miss the competitiveness the most, but also the great relationships and bonds I have made with the underclassmen along the way.