By Matt Browning
Ellsworth football player Cooper McGowan said being a leader is someone who creates a positive and uplifting environment on a daily basis.
“It can be in different ways, such as leading by example, encouraging others, or something as little as being positive each day,” McGowan said. “I value being a leader heavily because I not only care about my success on the field but also in life.”
McGowan said he can be a vocal leader when the situation asks for it, but he prefers to let his actions do the talking.
“I would consider myself more of a leader by example but I am a vocal leader when needed,” McGowan said. “Both types of leaders are very important and the true importance of a single one depends on the situation.”
Now a senior, McGowan recognizes how important it is to set the standard for all of the underclassmen coming through the program.
“I definitly try to influence younger kids and give them someone to look up to since at one point of time I was in their shoes looking up at high school athletes,” McGowan said.
Ellsworth head coach Josh Homolka had nothing but rave reviews for McGowan.
“He is a great person,” McGowan said. “He helps anyone who needs it. He is super involved in school activities. He is a kind person.”
