Laney Przybyla is a golfer for the Minooka girls varsity golf team. She started playing the summer before her freshman year. This interview with Nook News has been edited for clarity and length.

Q: What made you want to play golf?

A: My dad is obsessed with golf, and I wanted to play a sport in high school, so I thought it would be the best option.

Q: Is there a specific competition you’re excited for this season?

A: Probably conference.

Q: Is there a day you remember best while golfing?

A: Yes, probably my first conference. I made my first birdie ever in a match, so it was pretty fun.

Q: What is your opinion on your brother joining golf?

A: I think it’s really fun. I don’t love carpooling him to the golf course everyday, but it’s fun to go watch and see him play.

Q: What do you go through to get ready for an outing?

A: I listen to music and try to stay positive, Not really overthink anything. I practice, but you just got to trust you practiced enough before you play. You don’t want to over do anything.

Q: Do you have any goals for this year?

A: Yes, I don’t really have any number I want to hit this year necessarily, just want to be proud of myself. I just want to play my best everyday and not get upset, stay positive. 

Q: What is the best day you’ve had on the course?

A: Last week, I played Ottawa and I shot my best ever, 39. So that was pretty good.

Q: Do you have a favorite club to use?

A: I love any wedge, sand wedge, pitching wedge, any wedge.