Lower Merion’s Kylee Gust is Main Line Girls Athlete of the Week (Nov. 27

The senior forward and captain was a key factor in the Aces advancing to the PIAA 4A girls’ soccer state quarterfinals for the first time ever. She scored the game-winning goal in Lower Merion’s 1-0 win against Hatboro Horsham in the District 1 4A playbacks that clinched a berth in the PIAA 4A state tournament, and for the year she scored 11 goals and dished out seven assists. Off the pitch at Lower Merion, Gust plays varsity basketball, and is a member of DECA (Distributive Education Club of America) and the Blood Drive Club. Next fall, she will play soccer for Gettysburg College.

Fun facts – Kylee Gust

Favorite book: Just Mercy by Bryan Stevensom.

Favorite author: Emily Henry.

Favorite TV show: Friends.

Favorite movie: The Parent Trap.

Favorite athlete: Alex Morgan.

Favorite pre-game pump-up song: Headlines by Drake.

Favorite team: Philadelphia Eagles.

Favorite place to visit: “The beach with my family.”

Favorite pre-game meal: Bagel and cream cheese.

Person I most admire, and why: “One person I admire is my younger sister Harper, she always reminds me to be the best version of myself even when no one is watching. She is my biggest supporter, and best friend. I look to be a good role model for her as we continue to grow up, and will always cherish the time we spend together.”

Family members: Parents Geoff and Kym, younger sister Harper.

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Kylee Gust (photo courtesy of Kylee Gust)