Meet Jenna Parks, Elgin Public Pope John Basketball

Grade: Senior

Parents: Ed and Anne Parks

Position: Guard

How did you become interested in sports? “Been playing since I was a little girl- with my dad and brothers on the driveway all the way up to now with my other family (my team.)"

What has been your greatest accomplishment or what you're most proud of? “Leading a team of best friends! Also, scoring 1000 points in the middle of my senior year was pretty cool."

What is the most challenging part of this sport? “The mental part."

What gets you motivated before a game? “Doing the ‘2-step’ with my fellow teammates…we like to think we’re good dancers.”