The Jewish Link and The Humble Toast would like to recognize Yoni Engelsohn as this week’s Sportstar of the Week. The Teaneck native, Yeshivat He’Atid eighth grader is one of the leaders of the 8-0 He’Atid Hurricanes soccer team that finished the season as the number one team in the YMSSA. When asked about Yoni, He’Atid Hurricanes Coach Lance Friedman told the Jewish Link, “Yoni has been a standout leader for our soccer team, consistently showcasing his knack for creating plays and finding the back of the net. His overtime goal against Noam, a stunning strike to the far post, was truly a thing of beauty. As captain, his leadership is evident both during practice and in the way he prepares for each game. On the field, he inspires and guides the team with unmatched dedication and skill.”
Yoni, congratulations on being recognized as this week’s sportstar of the week.
Who is your role model and why?
My dad, who is humble, good at math, loves his kids, cooks great food, and works really hard.
What is your favorite sport?
My favorite sport is soccer. I like team sports! If you played alone it wouldn’t be fun. I’ve been getting into ice hockey too. You can move so fast on ice.
What is your greatest sports accomplishment?
Greatest sports accomplishment was recovering from my hip avulsion. My muscle pulled off a piece of bone, then I went back to soccer, and got hurt again. So I went to rehab. I changed the words to the Amy Winehouse song where she doesn’t want to go to rehab! It actually worked. Thanks to the nice people at Teaneck Kessler.
Who is your favorite athlete and why?
My favorite athlete is Luis, who took care of me at aftercare at KC KIDS for many years. He taught me so much.
What is your pregame routine?
Pregame I stretch, kick the ball around the house hitting the couch, and my little sister gets mad at me.
What is your funniest sports memory?
At my last practice in FC, I hit the ball off the post seven times in a row, getting the rebound, till I got it in.
What do you like to do when you are not playing sports?
Robotics/building RC planes.
What is your favorite sports moment?
Playing outdoor ice hockey in Canada in super freezing weather. It was fun.
What is the best thing about being a Sportstar?
Being a sportstar, I get to play sports most days to maintain my sportsism.
The Humble Toast Sportstar of the Week will receive a $25 gift card to The Humble Toast. Please send nominees for an upcoming The Humble Toast Jewish Link Sportstar of the Week to [email protected]
