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Q&A with Ankeny Centennial running back Avery Gates

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What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“I've been in the weight room trying to put some extra weight on for this season.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“I've added some more straight-line speed while staying quick as well.”

What are you trying to improve on before the football season begins?
“I'm trying to put more muscle on and get heavier for the season.”

Who is your opponent in the season opener and how do you feel about them overall?
“We play our crosstown rivals Ankeny our first game. I think we've added a lot of different utilities to our team that will help us keep them guessing all the time.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I do want to play football in college, but I will always consider opportunities I have with baseball and track. I think football is what I'm best at and that I can make an impact at the next level.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
”I have seen interest from Grand View, North Dakota, Bemidji State, and North Dakota State.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“I have an offer from Grand View, but I've seen a lot of interest from North Dakota and Bemidji State.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I went to junior days at North Dakota and North Dakota State, but nothing other than that.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“I would like to get up to North Dakota, but I play baseball, so it has to fit into my schedule.”

What camps did you do this summer and how did they go?
“I've been to Iowa State and Iowa. I talked to a few coaches at Iowa State and was told that I did some good work. I'm hoping to gain some interest from them.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I've been an Iowa fan my whole life, and I've always liked watching them play on Saturdays.”
 
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