Male Athlete of the Week: Jose Tabora, senior football player
The Beacon: Male Athlete of the Week Nov. 3 to Nov. 9 Why Jose Tabora was selected: In Wilkes’ 42-21 loss against Stevenson, Tabora recorded two season-highs, rushing 16 times for 143 yards and three appearances in the endzone. He surpassed Boo Perry’s 1993 school record for total offensive yards with 6,994.
Male Athlete of the Week: Jose Tabora
Name: Jose Tabora
Year: Senior
Major: Criminology
Hometown: Egg Harbor Township, N.J.
High School: St. Augustine Prep HS
Position: Quarterback
Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes?
The main reason I chose Wilkes was the sense that a culture was changing, and I wanted to be a part of it. The people I’ve met here helped me be who I am today.
Post-graduation plans in terms of a career?
My interest lies in becoming a detective after graduation. Make sure you try to do an internship, it will help you in the long run a lot.
Favorite building on campus?
My favorite building on campus is Breiseth. It’s where almost all my classes are.
Hopes for this season as a Colonel?
This season demonstrated the hard work we have put in over the years. The seniors have put in a ton of work, day-in and day-out, and the Mayor’s Cup was a nice start to the finish we are looking to end with.
When/Why did you first begin playing?
I first began playing simply because my big brother played. I looked up to my brothers and sister, and they all supported football. My mother and father also played a big part in supporting me from the jump. Scoring TD’s looked really fun.
Favorite thing to do during practice?
110s, plate-pushes and 50/50s.
Other interests or hobbies off of the field?
Off the field and out of the weight room, I enjoy watching Netflix, Disney+ and beating the team in Madden.
Most influential person in your life?
The most influential person in my life is my mother. She is an all-around amazing person.
If you could have dinner with a famous person from the past, who would it be?
If I could have dinner with anyone, it would be Jesus, so he can turn the water to wine.
Favorite professor?
My favorite professor is hard to choose because I have so many great ones. If I had to choose one as of late, I would say Dr. Seeley.
Favorite meal to eat on campus?
My favorite meal would probably be fried chicken and Mac and cheese.
A quote you live your life by?
“Take the road less traveled.”
What does “Be Colonel” mean to you?
To be a Colonel means to elevate the people around you and create culture in everything you do.
Anyone to give a shout-out to?
Shout out 37 and Gelato.
-Compiled by Kirsten Peters, Co-Sports Editor
Kirsten Peters is a senior communication studies major with concentrations in multimedia journalism, broadcast production and strategic communication,...