Peck Community Schools

Congratulations to our September Athletes of the Month: Cam Watson and Harper Kerr

Cam Watson- Varsity Football

The Peck High School Athletic Department recognizes Senior Cam Watson as September's Male Athlete of the Month, celebrating his dedication, leadership and performance on the football field.

Watson is a running back and linebacker for the Pirates. Watson has been playing football for 6 years and serves as one of the Varsity Captains. Watson has become a key part of the success for our Pirate football program. Watson expressed deep appreciation for this recognition. “It means a lot to be selected as the September Athlete of the Month. I like that I can represent my team in a great way.” 

This season has been full of many ups and downs for Watson and his team, but one of the most impactful moments of this season for him was the loss to North Huron. “Losing to North Huron brought us closer together as a team, pushing us to become better, and resulted in us currently being on a 4 game winning streak.” There are many moments during the season that have made an impact on Watson, but one of the most rewarding moments for him was being able to talk with some of the Flint players after the Pirates homecoming win. “Being able to have those conversations and moments with other teams we play builds relationships and gives us little moments that mean so much to us as players.” 

This season Watson has focused on improving on his hitting. Watson emphasizes the importance of “keep showing up.” Show up to practice, show up to every workout, show up to every game, show up to film, show up as a teammate, just keep showing up. For younger athletes in Peck’s athletic program, Watson’s advice is: “Keep showing up! Even when things get tough the best thing you can do is keep showing up. Every day is a chance to be better, and the first step is just showing up.” 

This season Watson has seen a great deal of success and improvements as a team. “My team has contributed to my success by picking me up when I am down, always helping me be a better player.” Watson commented. Currently leading the team in rushing yards, touchdowns, and tackles Watson is a key part of the success of our Pirate football program. “Cam is a wonderful leader for our team. He works hard every day, and never stops pushing our team to do better. Cam is a great athlete who always puts in the work.” commented coach Silverthorn. 

Congratulations to Cam Watson as being named September’s Male Athlete of the Month. 

Harper Kerr- Varsity Volleyball

The Peck High School Athletic Department recognizes Freshman Harper Kerr as September's Athlete of the Month, celebrating her skill, commitment, and dedication to the Pirate volleyball program. 

Kerr is a setter for the Pirates volleyball team, returning for her second year on Varsity. Kerr has been playing volleyball for four years and currently serves as the Varsity Captain. Kerr expressed shock and gratitude for being selected as the September Female Athlete of the Month. “This is a great honor, I have been working very hard to improve my setting this year and love being able to be on a team with all my friends.” 

This season has been one of great success for the lady Pirates Volleyball team, currently sitting in 1st place in the BTC red division. With great team success comes wonderful individual accomplishments and impacts. Kerr stated that her most impactful moment was setting Aletta Jones up to break the kill record. “I have worked very hard to improve my setting in the last year, and I feel my improvement from last year is an accomplishment I am really proud of.” 

Kerr has been a great team player and contributor, being involved often in every play. “She is a very good server and a key component to our hitters, aiding in their success. Harper has been a key team player for us this season,” Coach Lisa Smith commented. Smith has taught Kerr this season to believe in herself. “Believe you are better than you personally think you are, you are your own worst critic.” 

Kerr loves being a part of the lady Pirates volleyball team stating her favorite part of the game is that she gets to do it with all of her friends, and she loves winning with them. Kerr’s advice to younger Peck athletes is to just show up, and get others to show up. If you keep showing up you will improve not only individually but as a team as well. The first step to getting better is just showing up. 

Congratulations to Harper Kerr as being named September’s Female Athlete of the Month. 

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