ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Taryn Laws

The East County Observer and Bogey’s Restaurant and Sports Pub have teamed up to showcase the East County’s top athletes. Each recipient’s article will be featured on the restaurant’s wall.

Lakewood Ranch High School finally was able to notch a win against East County rival Braden River Sept. 3, thanks in no small part to running back Taryn Laws’ consistent and powerful legs. Laws kept the Mustang offense churning during much of the second half — when Lakewood needed to keep the clock moving and the Pirate offense on the sidelines. Here’s an inside look at this week’s Athlete of the Week.

Who is your favorite running back of all time?
Maurice Jones-Drew of the Jacksonville Jaguars

What’s your favorite college football team?
University of Miami — the Hurricanes

What’s your favorite NFL team?
Miami Dolphins

How long have you played football?
13 years, since I was 5 years old.

What’s the most memorable football game you’ve ever played?
The Palmetto game last year. A win there put us into the playoffs.

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not playing football?
Wrestling and shopping

What’s your favorite food?
Hamburgers

What’s your favorite travel spot?
Puerto Rico

If you could have a superpower, which one would it be?
Mind control

What’s your favorite TV show?
“The Game” on BET