Samantha Streitler (Photo courtesy Stephanie Streitler)
Streitler leads the break in a SWISH game. (John Fisken photo)
Samantha Streitler is seeking inner peace. Sort of.
The Coupeville Middle School 7th grader is a strong three-sport athlete, and her natural aggressiveness is a positive, but she also wants to temper that with focus in the heat of battle.
“I have great leader’s skills and I’m very competitive,” Streitler said. “I need to work on not getting frustrated and keeping calm on the court and or field.”
She plays volleyball and basketball for CMS, plus youth soccer and was a captain while she was involved in youth cheer from K-6.
Once she hits the high school hallways, she plans to add cheer back to her full schedule of sports.
“I really enjoy cheering,” Streitler said.
Regardless of the sport, she wants to “become known as a persistent, trustworthy, hard worker” by coaches and teammates.
While she enjoys all of her athletic pursuits, if Streitler had to pick one as a favorite, it would be hoops.
“Basketball, because I can use my strength and aggression on defense,” she said. “But, most of all, all my best friends play on the team.
“I love seeing the community coming together and cheering for us,” Streitler added. “Plus I love sports in general.”
On the court or off, she embraces those close to her, whether they be coaches, family, teammates or friends.
“(CMS volleyball) Coach (Alexandra) Walter believed in me and pushed me and taught me I always can get better,” Streitler said. “My parents have made a huge impact in my life and are my #1 fans.
“My friends have taught me to be a winner and we will do it together,” she added. “My family and friends are my life!”
