Note: This is the first segment of a five-part series
As the high school football season inches closer, The Tribune and Ripple will be featuring the five area players that man the most important position on the field — quarterback.
Zach West - East Wilkes - Junior
Age: 15
Where I was born: Wilkes County
Favorite part of football game nights: Clutch moments
Most important quality of a quarterback: Smart
Special meaning of jersey number (No. 8): A family member wore it
Top football achievement: Winning 2011 MVP on JV
Other sports I play: Baseball
Favorite subject in school and why: English - I love Mrs. Willis (teacher)
Least favorite subject in school and why: Math - too much thinking
Favorite sport (other than football): Baseball
Favorite football player: Tim Tebow
Favorite player (other than football): Chipper Jones
Favorite college teams: NC State
Favorite professional teams: New York Jets
Favorite place to eat: Sticky Fingers
Dream job: Game warden
College plans (school, sports): Go to NC State
Other non-sports related hobbies: Hunting, fishing
If you could meet any one person, who would it be: Carrie Underwood!



















