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KHQA/CELL TECH STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Nathan Knuffman, Central High School

Football

GPA: 4.071

College: Western Illinois University

Intended Major: Kinesiology

Some kids might grow up with aspirations to be a star quarterback or wide receiver, but Central's Nathan Knuffman has found his niche in the kicking game. Since taking on special teams in the 7th grade, he's established himself as a premier specialist in Tri-States football, and earned a scholarship to continue his football career with Western Illinois. And despite all of his Friday night mastery, he never lost sight of his classroom goals.

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