WWAY Student Athlete of the Week: Gwen Gunn

HAMPSTEAD, N.C. (WWAY) – The WWAY Student Athlete of the Week is Gwen Gunn from Topsail High School.

A freshman on the girls lacrosse team, she has stepped up in a big way by starting in her first year playing at the varsity level.

The Pirates were already a good squad, but Gunn feels she is making a difference. Topsail has won 32 of their last 33 games dating back to last season.

While there are nerves, Gunn hopes her high school career begins with a deep playoff run.

“There is pressure, but my team does help out with that,” Gunn said. “Our captains help out majorly with pressure and stuff. It’s really good. I feel like my team has welcomed me really good. I feel very grateful that they have put me into this team and I feel like I have contributed to a team effort.”