Spotlight 2022 – Joe Frank, Lower Dauphin

Joe Frank

School: Lower Dauphin High School

Future college: Penn State (University Park)

Anticipated college major: Cybersecurity major with possibly a minor in criminology

Future aspirations: Working for FBI in cybersecurity.

Favorite Subject in HS: Math (algebra, calculus, statistics)

Favorite HS teachers: Mr. Bray (physics, my xc coach), Mr. Longenecker (Apush)

Favorite Book: Unbroken

Favorite Movie: Back To The Future, or The Dark Knight. 

Favorite TV show: The Walking Dead and The Office

Quote: “There may be people who have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.” – Derek Jeter

Favorite thing to do when not competing in XC/TF: watching movies/shows, sports, having out with friends, and the outdoors.

Something people would be surprised to know about me: I go to Steve Spence’s alma mater, Lower Dauphin.

Favorite shoe brand: Nike for running and adidas for everyday

Favorite XC/TF invitational: Carlisle invitational of my freshman year, getting to run through water pits. Crazy experience

Best HS memory: Four Diamonds Mini-THON my freshman year

Advice to younger athletes: Always make sure to keep your body healthy. Good diet, proper stretching before and after runs, and don’t overwork yourself.

Insta: joe_frank734

Snapchat: jfrank0734