In practice, Hayden is one of the hardest workers and motivators to his teammates. He is always hyping other kids up and making practice fun for his teammates. He showed up to every 6am workout during winter through summer. This carries over into Friday nights. Hayden is an extremely good athlete but his leadership is what I admire most about him.” Hayden plays football and runs track for Appleton City. When we asked Hayden what he thought was the biggest challenge today for student athletes he stated, “staying focused and keeping your mind right.
You have to make good choices both on and off the field.” When we asked Hayden what he felt it took to be an athlete that excels for your team he stated “you have to show up to everything, and be someone a guy can go to if he needs help. You have to be a dependable leader.” Last, we asked Hayden what his favorite thing about playing football was and he stated, “being around my team and my coaches, it’s just fun. And I just like playing football. I like to run the ball.” Hayden’s future plans include continuing to help on the family farm and possibly attend a trade school after graduation. It was a pleasure speaking with Hayden and we wish him and the Appleton City Bulldogs the best of luck as they take on Drexel tonight at 7 p.m. in Appleton City.
Pictured left to right: Head Coach Colton Bourland, Hayden Bock, son of Jim and Rose Bock, Kellie Davidson, State Farm
