Spartan Senior Salute |
12 and out with Hunter Van Meenen


Photo: Sentinel/Clark Brooks

With one regular-season game left, Hunter Van Meenan is still locked in. Having seen action in five contests this season, his ability to make plays when his number is called is consistent and dependable. The senior rusher has recorded ten tackles, an interception, and one sack. In his Spartan Senior Salute: 12 and Out, learn a little more about Hunter and his favorite class at St. Joseph-Ogden High School.


Sentinel: What is your favorite class at St. Joseph-Ogden High School?

Van Meenen: Strength Training


Sentinel: What is your go-to pregame meal?

Van Meenen: A sandwich.


Sentinel: What is your dream car?

Van Meenen: Porsche 911 GT3RS


Sentinel: Name theree people you would invite to dinner if you won the lottery?

Van Meenen: Drake, Faze Adapt, and Lil Uzi Vert


Sentinel: What is the best coaching advice you ever had?

Van Meenen: "Don’t blink"


Sentinel: Name an Instagram handle everyone should follow.

Van Meenen: @hunter.vanmeenen.34


Sentinel: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you booking a flight?

Van Meenen: Japan


Sentinel: What is your hype-song?

Van Meenen: Survival by Drake


Sentinel: If you were a superhero, what would be your alias?

Van Meenen: Batman


Sentinel: Favorite place to eat with you friends?

Van Meenen: Chipotle


Sentinel: If you could become a professional athlete, what sport would you be playing?

Van Meenen: Hockey


Sentinel: What other sports have you played at St. Joseph-Ogden and for how long?

Van Meenen: Baseball my freshman and sophomore year.



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