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Carter Sternberger of Haynes Academy in Metairie, Louisiana, has been named the Friday Night Football Scholar-Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Southern Quality Ford Dealers. The standout linebacker has earned multiple honors both on and off the field, including all-district, all-metro, and all-state recognition. He also holds his school’s single-season tackles record, demonstrating his dominant defensive presence.
Beyond his impressive athletic achievements, Sternberger excels academically with a 4.9 GPA and a 31 ACT score. Serving as team captain for the second consecutive year, he has made it his mission to support and inspire his teammates, positioning himself as a dependable leader both during games and in times of struggle. Head coach P.J. Sprunk praised Sternberger’s commitment, noting his ability to balance numerous responsibilities including maintaining his exceptional grades, working part-time, and continuously training.
Sternberger’s impact extends into the community through a food drive initiative he established. The program aims to provide holiday meals to families in need, inspired by his own appreciation for sharing meals with loved ones during the festive season. He plans to continue this charitable effort throughout the year.
Looking toward the future, Sternberger is pursuing college football while planning to study mechanical engineering. Coach Sprunk described him as a “once-in-a-lifetime kind of player,” highlighting his exceptional dedication to self-improvement and community service alongside his athletic and academic endeavors.
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Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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