WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Cainan Patrick
LAKE WACCAMAW, NC (WWAY) — Cainan Patrick is the WWAY Student Athlete of The Week.
Patrick is a senior basketball player at East Columbus High School. He enjoys playing with his teammates and plays the game with a humble attitude, often encouraging his team and the opposing one as well.
While he does take care of business in the classroom, his favorite class is weightlifting.
When it comes to advice for other student athletes, Patrick said it’s about just focusing on yourself, and a higher power.
“Keep god first, don’t let stuff get in your head. always stay focused and try not to let stuff, like on the outside world hinder you from what you love to do. always stay focused,” Patrick said.
After graduation, Patrick plans to play college basketball. He has offers from a few schools, but is still deciding.