Each week, Media Patch, will feature individual kids, youth groups, teens, and even sports teams that wow us with their accomplishments in the new feature called Whiz Kid. We also want to hear suggestions on who you'd like to see featured as a Whiz Kid so send some nominations our way. This week's Whiz Kid is Ben Davis, a two-sport standout from
Name: Ben Davis
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Age: 17
School/Team: Penncrest High School - Varsity Soccer and Basketball teams
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Accomplishments: First-year starter for the varsity basketball team at Penncrest. Two-year starter for the Penncrest soccer team, where he’s scored a total of 10 goals combined in two years. Looking to attend one of the following schools for basketball: Ursinus, Lebanon Valley, Gettysburg and Elizabethtown College.
Why he’s awesome: A three-semester honor-roll student who maintains a high GPA, despite the time committed to play two varsity sports. A clutch shooter for the Lions basketball team, where he averages 12 points a game, and came up with a crucial free throw to help beat Springfield earlier this season.
Editor's note: Know a great kid who made Eagle Scout or did your local hockey team take the championship? They may be our next Patch Whiz Kid honoree. We want to hear about these amazing children and teens and select one each week as the Patch Whiz Kid.
