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Junior Luke Purcell plays on the varsity golf team.

Luke Purcell is on the Minooka boys golf team. He has been playing golf since seventh grade.  The team qualified for state on Oct. 2 after finishing second at the Pekin sectional. This interview with Nook News has been edited for clarity and length. 

Q: Has anyone in your family played golf before?

A: My dad is the only one in my family that has played golf.

Q: What have been your goals so far this season?

A: Trying to get the second spot on the team and maybe beat out TJ Quinn for No. 1.

Q: Who do you look up to in golf?

A: I look up to my dad. He has always been there every time I’m feeling down and has been the one to pick me back up.

Q: Since you’ve been playing golf, what has been the best score that you’ve shot?

A: I’ve shot even par a couple of times, but have never gone under par before.

Q: What is your favorite course that you’ve played?

A: Last summer I played at Orange County National Golf Center in Winter Garden, Fla.

Q: What is your favorite club to use?

A: Definitely driver because that’s the club I hit the farthest. And it’s fun to pull it out and just smoke it.

Q: How did it feel making state?

A: Felt really good because that was the goal for our team and I was happy for both me and the other guys on the team.

Q: What are some things you can improve on for state?

A: Definitely my short game. It wasn’t the best for the regional and sectional, but good enough to advance. Also making smart decisions for every shot.

Q: What is your favorite movie?

A: I would have to say definitely Caddyshack.

Q: Does pineapple belong on pizza?

A: No, pineapple does not belong on pizza.