Lindbergh High School’s Rachel Knittle, girls swim, was selected as the Renton Reporter’s Female Athlete of the Week for Sept. 21.

Q: What is your favorite subject in school?

A: I’ve never had the chance to take art, but I’ve always wanted to because I love art. It would more than likely be my favorite class.

Q: What other activities do you participate in?

A: Drawing, art, hanging out with friends

Q: Person who has helped you succeed the most?

A: My dad and my coaches

Q: Do you have a pre- or post-game tradition? What is it?

A: Eating a lot the night before, listening to music that makes me happy before a meet.

Q: Song you currently can’t get enough of?

A: “Workout and Crooked Smile” by J. Cole

From the Sideline

“Rachel has a had a great start to the new season. She qualified for state in the 200 individual medley and 100 butterfly at last week’s Wenatchee Invitational meet. She has swam in three individual events, so far this season and has qualified for state each time.”

— Coach Roger Miron