Demonstrating Commitment and Passion on the Field and Beyond
Each week, Beck’s recognizes high school athletes who demonstrate that they are a Player with Heart. At Beck’s, we are and will remain, Farmers at Heart™.
View Indiana’s 2023 Players with Heart Below!
Elijah Weible – Angola, IN
Elijah Weible was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the mat. His favorite part about high school sports is pushing himself to be better. To Elijah, agriculture is about improvement. You see what works and what doesn’t, trying to better your crops or herd. Agriculture is about hard work and not giving up. Elijah is involved in FFA, wrestling and 4-H where he has served as the president of the Horse and Pony group as well as the vice president of the Lucky Ducks group. Elijahs future plans are to keep his part-time job doing earth work till he graduates high school, then transition to full time.
Shelby Lang – Mt. Vernon, IN
Shelby Lang was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the course. Her favorite part about high school sports is the learning experience. Every practice, match and tournament are another opportunity for her to learn more about her teammates, opponents, and the sport. To Shelby, agriculture is life. Not only does agriculture bring food and products to consumers all over the world, but it also provides many skills and teaches people to live a lifetime of work ethic and trust. Having grown up on a farm, Shelby knows firsthand the impact agriculture has on her family and community. She is a class officer (secretary), FFA vice president and a Farm Bureau representative. She is also involved in Key Club, Student Council, and 4-H. After Shelby graduates she would like to go to college for chemical engineering. She would like to attend either Purdue University, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, or the University of Southern Indiana.
Alaina Allyn – Mount Vernon, IN
Alaina Allyn was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the field. Her favorite part about high school sports is the competition between all the local schools in her conference. She also enjoys the support from the school and community when her team competes. To Alaina, agriculture has always been a big part of her life. She grew up on a family farm and she claims it has truly impacted her life for the better. Alaina is involved in softball, swim team, cheerleading, Key Club, Student Council, DECA and FFA. In the future she would like to attend college to become a speech pathologist and try to play softball at the collegiate level.
Kaden Barlow – Shelbyville, IN
Kaden Barlow was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the court. His favorite part about high school sports is being able to be a part of something fun and exciting. To Kaden, there is nothing more exciting than sports, whether you are playing or watching them. Agriculture is Kaden’s home and future. Growing up on a family farm, he has learned a lot of life skills. Kaden is involved in soccer, basketball, baseball, FFA and his church. He volunteers at his local food pantry, and he runs a produce stand with his sister, where they sell pumpkins, sweetcorn, and sunflowers. Kaden’s future plans are to attend Purdue University and eventually take over his family farm.
Dane Kunz – Greenwood, IN
Dane Kunz was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. His favorite part about high school sports is being able to have fun and compete with his friends. To Dane, agriculture means involvement. He is involved with taking care of the environment and animals in 4-H. Dane also participates in football, basketball, FFA, FCA, and 4-H. His future plans are currently undecided.
Elijah Taylor – Greenwood, IN
Elijah Taylor was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. His favorite part about high school sports is playing on Friday nights and being on the field with his brother and teammates. To Elijah, agriculture is about legacy. He grew up on a family farm that has been around for many generations. He hopes that his farm will continue to be around for many more years. Elijah is involved in football, lacrosse, FFA, 4-H and church group. He is involved in community cleanup and helps with Feed the Farmer Day. Elijah plans to farm and raise show cattle as well as work with his brother.
Will Warnock – Converse, IN
Will Warnock was nominated as Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. Will’s favorite part about high school sports is the friendships and memories he has made. To Will, agriculture means a lot. He has been around it his whole life and plans to continue to be apart of agriculture throughout his life. Will is involved in football, wrestling, FCA, FFA, student council, National Honor Society, volunteers at the fire department and is very active within his church. Will’s future plans are to attend Purdue University and study agribusiness.
Keith Pluimer – Montpelier, IN
Keith Pluimer was nominated as Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. His favorite part about high school sports is the connection and bond formed with teammates. As well as having coaches that are there to support not only on the field, but also in activities off the field. To Keith, agriculture has been a way of life. He grew up on a family farm where they harvest grain and raise livestock. Keith is involved in football, FFA, CYO, 4-H and church youth group. His future plans are to attend college and get a degree in ag business and business administration.
Hattie Hobbs – Cambridge City, IN
Hattie Hobbs was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court. Her favorite part about high school sports is working hard and pushing herself to become the best athlete she can. Hattie also enjoys pushing her teammates and helping them achieve their goals. Agriculture is her lifestyle and family tradition. She is a third generation cattle farmer and has known how to show cattle since before she could walk. Hattie is involved in FFA, NHS, volleyball, track, cheer, 4-H and is a livestock ambassador for the beef barn. Her future plans are to attend college to study in agriculture education or agriculture commutations. She wants to be able to bring back what she learned about agriculture back to her community and her family farm.
Conner Reed – Ossian, IN
Conner Reed was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. His favorite part about high school sports is the opportunity to compete in a sport that he loves alongside his friends. He also enjoys all the life lessons sports teaches. To Conner, agriculture is the backbone of America. It supplies the world with food, clothing and jobs, and it takes a lot of hard work, patience and dedication to farm and raise livestock. Conner is involved in soccer, FFA, Wells County 4-H, campus life and has volunteered for Wells County Karing for Kids. His future plans are to attend college to study pre-veterinary medicine. He also has an interest in animal chiropractic care.
Lauryn Merritt – Peru, IN
Lauryn Merritt was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court. Her favorite thing about high school sports is how it has helped her be more organized and driven, forcing her to stay on top of her school. She also enjoys being a mentor to younger athletes. Lauryn is involved in basketball, track, cross country, FFA, National Honor Society, Sunshine Society, FCA, SADD, 4-H, Miami County Junior Leaders and volunteers for the Fairy Godmother Project. Lauryn also did “Harvest for Hunger” as her FFA SAE, a large fundraising initiative to help her local food pantry, raising over $36,000 that went towards purchasing food. For Lauryn, agriculture is more than planting crops and raising animals. Her school has a “Farm to School” program where classmates get to learn about agriculture and all the areas affected by it by raising cattle to be part of the school lunch program. Agriculture has touched Lauryn in many ways. She hopes to return to her hometown after playing basketball and studying agriculture education at Huntington University. Lauryn would like to be a middle school ag teacher and co-sponsor of the FFA program.
Oliver Taylor – Greenwood, IN
Oliver Taylor was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the court. His favorite thing about high school sports is being with his team and learning from his coaches. Oliver is involved in football, lacrosse, FFA, 4-H and C9. He has also been involved with community cleanup after a tornado and he’s an active member of his church. Agriculture means everything to Oliver. He has grown up on a fifth generation farm and has helped his family work hard to provide food to people in the community. He prays farming and raising cattle are in his future and hopes to continue farming with his brother and sisters.
Taylor Turpin – Shoals, IN
Taylor Turpin was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court. Her favorite part about high school sports is the friendships she has been able to make. Sports also have helped her get out of her comfort zone and made her a better and more confident leader. Growing up on a farm helped Taylor to see the importance of agriculture. It is her family’s way of contributing to world. She also believes that agriculture is a way of fulfilling God’s purpose for his creation. Taylor is involved in pep club, impact club, beta club, class president, basketball, track, volleyball, is a classroom aide and participated in a IHSAA leadership conference. She also helps at Shoals Elementary girls basketball practices, IDES Food Packing, church group and Mayors youth council. Taylor’s future plans are to attend college in Indiana and majoring in either plant science or crop science.
Carter Craig – Economy, IN
Carter Craig was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. Carter’s favorite part about high school sports is all the great memories he has created with his friends. He also enjoys challenging himself everyday at practices and focusing on daily improvement. To Carter, agriculture means a certain way of life and is a big key in his future. He views agriculture as a way to gain new responsibilities each in every day. Carter is involved in NHS, FFA, Skillathon, crops team and helps with his local food pantry, 4-H and many more community activities. Carter’s future plans are to stay involved in agriculture.
Brooke Rasche – St. Anthony, IN
Brooke Rasche was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the course. Her favorite thing about high school sports is the relationships she’s made while playing against other schools. For Brooke, agriculture is a way of life. Brooke is involved in golf, FFA, Beta, NHS, Spirit Club, FCCLA, SADD and youth group. She also helps with 10U softball team.
Logan Teichman – Monroeville, IN
Logan Teichman was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. His favorite things about high school sports are the competition, his teammates and the team environment. For Logan, agriculture has been a big part of his life, from helping his grandpa farm when he was younger to working with local farmers now. Agriculture has taught Logan important lessons such as hard work, appreciation and adaptability. Logan is involved in football, track (shotput and discus), volleyball, student council, FFA, FCA, NHS, the local Lions Club and his church. After high school, Logan plans to study engineering or ag business so that he can stay in an agricultural field.
Cade Shelton – Markle, IN
Cade Shelton was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. His favorite part about high school sports is playing for his community and the teachable life lessons learned through sports. To Cade, agriculture means feeding the people of the world and working hard for what you have. Cade is involved in football, basketball, baseball, FFA, campus life, 4-H and Hope Missionary Youth Group. His future plans are to attend Huntington University to study agriculture and play baseball.
Hayden Brown – Berne, IN
Hayden Brown was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. His favorite part about high school sports is spending time with his friends and great role models (coaching staff) every day after school. To Hayden, agriculture is the backbone of our country. Without agriculture and farmers, we would have nothing. Hayden is involved in STEM Club, NHS, Technology Student Association, campus life and volunteers in various community service events. His future plans are currently undecided.
Ava Budak – Pleasant Lake, IN
Ava Budak was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the course. Her favorite part about high school sports is that she gets out of it what she puts in. She also loves being able to connect with her teammates as well as meet athletes from other schools. To Ava, agriculture means efficiency. Whether it is livestock, crops, business or people, finding the most efficient method is such an important focus. She is involved in student council, SWARM (a peer mentoring program), DECA and the Hornet Café, FCA, FFA, NHS, Key Club, academic team and cross country. In her community, she is the president in 4-H and participated in the community science fair. Ava’s future plans are currently undecided.
Hannah Carr – Mount Vernon, IN
Hannah Carr was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the course. Her favorite part about high school sports is the friendship and encouragement from teammates. To Hannah, agriculture is the food on the table, the clothes on her back, the gas in her car, the miles of cornfield, the pastures full of cattle and the goats in the back yard. Agriculture and the agricultural community is something Hannah holds very near to her heart. Hannah is involved in golf, FFA, American Legion, The Elks Lodge and 4-H. Hannah’s future plans are to attend Vincennes Universities Welding program in the fall to get her welding certification to become a structural welder.
Allison Clamme – Hartford City, IN
Allison Clamme was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court. Her favorite part about high school sports is the competitive environment and sharing that love with like-minded people. In cross country and track, she can be part of a community that uses endurance, discipline and strength to accomplish their goals. To Allison, agriculture has played a big part in her life. She doesn’t live on a farm, but her grandfather used to raise cattle and is a crop farmer. Her family has had a pumpkin patch for the past couple of years and being involved in that process has grown her appreciation for agriculture. She is involved in cross country, track, FFA, NHS, class officers, band, church group, community food drive and 4-H. Her future plans are to attend college to major in either environmental science or political science as well as continue her running career.
Katherine Sarver – Vigo, IN
Katherine Sarver was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the track. She says her favorite part about high school sports is the friendships built through competing. For Katherine, agriculture is a way of life. She says it teaches you hard work as well as how to take on adversity. Katherine is involved in basketball, track, 4-H, Junior Department Club and youth ministry. She plans to attend college after high school and become a lawyer or engineer.
Click Here to View the 2022 Players With Heart
Grace Kreischer, Saint Joe, IN
Grace Kreischer was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the field. Grace loves the competitive spirit in high school sports. Whether she is playing softball or basketball there are always challenges that push her to be the best athlete and person she can be. Through sports she has learned many different life lessons that have formed her into who she is today. Agriculture is a vital part of Grace’s life. Growing up on a farm she has learned to value a life of integrity and hard work. Grace is involved in basketball, softball, FFA, NHS, Interact, 4-H and takes her faith very seriously. Once Grace graduates, she plans to earn a bachelor’s degree in animal science, emphasis on pre-veterinary medicine with a minor in agriculture business management, then pursue a doctorate degree in veterinary medicine.
Kori Cornett, Dillsboro, IN
Kori Cornett was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the field. Her favorite part about high school sports is developing a family on the field and seeing all your hard work pay off when you win a game. Agriculture has made Kori who she is today, and she is very thankful for all the farmers who work ceaselessly every day. Kori is involved in softball and is the president of her local FFA chapter. When she graduates, she plans on attending college to become a veterinarian.
Owen Hinchman, Elwood, IN
Owen Hinchman was nominated as Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field. His favorite part about high school sports are the memories he has made with his teammates. To Owen, agriculture is a way of understanding the diversity in career fields. Agriculture is one of the most diverse career paths someone can take. It provides jobs for thousands of Americans each day and is extremely important for our economy. Agriculture also provides food and raw materials that will be utilized all around the world. Owen is involved in tennis, Student Council, Class Officer, Bring Change to Mind, Elks Antlers, and Youth Leadership Academy. After graduation, Owen would like to attend a research school to earn a nursing degree and become a nurse practitioner.
Caleb Evans, Vincennes, IN
Caleb Evans was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the court. His favorite part about high school sports is the experience and atmosphere. To Caleb, agriculture is a lifestyle that not only allows him and his family to work together but it allows them to make a living by helping feed the world. Caleb is involved in tennis, golf, Student Council, and is a junior class officer. After graduation, Caleb would like to go to a 4-year college to study accounting.
Allie Younce, Sharpsville, IN
Allie Younce was nominated as Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court. Her favorite part about high school sports is the bond formed between teammates and coaches as well as the competitive atmosphere they create. Sports helped her build her confidence both physically and mentally and they have taught her how to better respond to conflict. To Allie agriculture is the foundation of community and it’s specifically important to her community. Agriculture is important in providing the world with its necessities as well as providing opportunity and teaching life lessons. Allie is involved in volleyball, basketball, Student Council, class president, National Honor Society, FCA, cheer block, church youth group, community food drives, praise and worship team, VBS volunteer, and has participated in various mission trips. Once Allie graduates, she plans to attend Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) to pursue a degree in nursing and minoring in ministry. She would love to utilize her nursing career to pursue medical evangelism in other countries. Later in her career she may pursue a practitioner’s degree. She is determined to impact the lives of others and serve them!
Reagan Koester, Wadesville, IN
Reagan Koester was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the field. Her favorite part about high school sports is the family atmosphere that is created with her team, coaches, and supporters. To Reagan, agriculture is all about opportunity. Growing up on a farm has given her a hard work ethic and one thing that was engraved into her head is that “winners never sleep in.” Being involved in different agricultural organizations such as FFA and 4H has taught her public speaking skills, leadership skills and organizational skills. Reagan is her FFA president, 4-H president, Business Professionals of America president, class vice president and Student Council president. She is a part of speech and debate, FCA, NPTV, NHS, math bowl, Big Brothers Big Sisters, soccer, track, United Way, youth group, young life, Indiana State Fair, and many service projects. Once Reagan graduates, she plans to attend Purdue University studying agricultural business with a concentration in finance with plans to go to law school for a law degree in agricultural law, estate planning, elder law, and corporate law.
Taylor Kneubuhler, Harlan, IN
Taylor Kneubuhler was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her efforts on and off the court. Her favorite thing about high school sports is playing with people who are also willing to put in the work to achieve a goal together. Agriculture has been a huge part of Taylor’s life, growing up on a farm and getting to show her friends all the different experiences is something she truly enjoys. Taylor is involved in volleyball, basketball, track, Athletic Student Council, National Honor Society, and 4-H, and she’s involved with her church. After graduation, Taylor wants to attend Purdue University to study agriculture.
Andrew Hargrove, Indianapolis, IN
Andrew Hargrove was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. Andrew’s favorite thing about high school sports is the intensity and competitiveness. Being involved with agriculture has taught Andrew the value of hard work and that there’s no excuse for skipping out on work. Andrew is involved in football, baseball, National Technical Honor Society, and Athletic Leadership Board, and participates in community service opportunities. After graduation, Andrew would like to play a sport in college while studying to become an athletic trainer.
Emma Need, Monticello, IN
Emma Need was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her efforts on and off the court. Her favorite thing about high school sports is meeting new people and spending time with her teammates. She also likes the challenges of each sport. Agriculture has been a huge part of Emma’s life, watching her whole family farm for years and seeing what it takes to run a successful farm. Emma is involved in volleyball, basketball, tennis, school spirit club, student council, National Honors Society, and Alliance Bank Junior Board. After graduation, Emma plans to attend college for a major in dentistry with hopes to become a dental hygienist.
Jill Salmon, Orleans, IN
Jill Salmon was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her efforts on and off the court. Jill’s favorite thing about high school sports is the friendships she has been able to create with her teammates. To Jill, agriculture means providing the essentials, like food, that people need to live a healthy life. Jill is involved in volleyball, basketball, track and field, BPA, yearbook, Tri-Hi-Y, Pep Club, National Honors Society, FCA, 4-H, and church youth group. After graduation, Jill plans to attend college for a degree in sports management.
Kennedy Wagaman, Sullivan, IN
Kennedy Wagaman was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her efforts on and off the court. Her favorite thing about high school sports is the girt, hard work, passion, and fight that is required every day. She also loves the support from the community and the rivalry between schools. Agriculture has been a huge part of Kennedy’s life, teaching her so many life skills and providing many opportunities. Kennedy is involved in volleyball, track and field, FFA, Beta, 4-H, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). After graduation, Kennedy plans to play college volleyball and pursue a degree in either criminology, forensics, psychology, or sports psychology.
Coy Pefley, Huntington, IN
Coy Pefley was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. Coy’s favorite thing about high school sports is spending every day with his teammates and the loud crowds on Friday nights. To Coy, agriculture is more than just a job, it’s a true lifestyle. Coy is involved in football and golf and helps with his church’s youth group. After graduation, Coy plans to become a salesman at an auction company that specializes in agricultural and construction equipment sales.
Carol Witt, Fairbanks, Indiana
Carol Witt was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her efforts on and off the course. Her favorite thing about high school sports is the connections she gets to make with her teammates and opponents. Over the years, Carol’s passion for agriculture has grown. She realized there is a spot for everyone in agriculture and you can learn many life skills. Carol is actively involved in cheer and golf, FFA, 4-H, Student Council, National Honors Society, Beta Club, Key Club, and National History Honors Society. She is also highly involved in volunteer community activities. Carol is still deciding on what she would like to do after high school graduation, but she is considering a degree in agriculture communications, agriculture education, or something else.
Brock Robinson, Rensselaer, Indiana
Brock Robinson was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field/mat. Brock’s favorite thing about high school sports is the team spirit and competitiveness. To Brock, agriculture means raising and growing food to feed the world. Brock is involved in football, wrestling, track and field, FFA, 4-H, and NJHS. He also likes to help those in his community however he can. After graduation, Brock plans to become a diesel mechanic.
Brayden Combs, West Harrison, Indiana
Brayden Combs was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. Brayden’s favorite part about high school sports is the fans and seeing a packed student section full of students ready to support their school. To Brayden, agriculture means family. His grandparents own a small farm where they worked together to build a greenhouse to produce vegetables that the whole family enjoys. Brayden is involved in football and track, and he helps run softball games as well as JV football games and middle school track meets. Once Brayden graduates, he desires to pursue a career in football.
Lowell Berger, Economy, Indiana
Lowell Berger was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. Lowell’s favorite part about high school sports is working hard and pushing his teammates to achieve their goals. To Lowell, agriculture is his family’s legacy. He is a seventh-generation farmer, and it is important to him to keep farming in the family. Lowell is involved in FFA, National Honor Society, football, track, 4-H, and church. Once Lowell graduates, he plans to go to college to pursue a degree in agriculture.
Claire Burbrink, Terre Haute, Indiana
Claire Burbrink was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her efforts on and off the court. Her favorite thing about high school volleyball is her teammates. Her teammates are like a family to her, and she loves the atmosphere volleyball creates. Claire grew up in a family farm and is thankful for the experiences it has given her. Agriculture has shaped her into the person she is today and has brought her family closer together. Claire is involved in volleyball, 4-H, Junior Department Club, and she is the FFA vice president of her chapter. After high school Claire plans on attending Perdue University to study speech therapy.
Dillon Heaton, Frankfort, Indiana
Dillon Heaton was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. Dillon’s favorite part about high school sports is the energy level of teams and fans. To him agriculture is a huge part of his life. Dillon has always been interested in ag because of the influence it has on our everyday lives. Dillon is involved in cross country, basketball, baseball, National Junior Honors Society, and FFA. A few years ago Dillon and his sister started what they call Blessing Bags. These are bags full of socks, gloves, tooth brushes and other useful things that they pass out to the homeless. When Dillon graduates he plans on attending college somewhere for baseball or to continue learning about agriculture.
Nate Engstrand, Rochester, IN
Nate Engstrand was selected as a Beck’s Player With Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about high school sports is how there is nothing else like it when you step on the field. Playing high school sports is an opportunity that you should take because it shows your mental and physical toughness. To Nate, agriculture is being able to drive around the block and see what all of America’s farmers are doing and continuing for generations ahead by growing crops and farming the land of our ancestors. Nate is involved in ag, football, and track. He plans to go trade school to become a welder and keep White Oaks Bison Farm going for years to come.
Maggie Sarver, Terre Haute, IN
Maggie Sarver was selected as a Beck’s Player With Heart for her efforts on and off the field. Her favorite thing about high school cheer is the excitement of cheering her team on! It is such a great feeling to see everyone supporting each other. Agriculture has always been a part of Maggie’s life. She’s learned about hard work and responsibility from agriculture, as every part of it requires working when the job needs done, not just when it’s convenient. Maggie is involved in cheer and is the reporter of her local FFA chapter. After she graduates high school Maggie plans on attending Purdue University to study sports psychology.
Click Here to View the 2021 Players With Heart
Junior All-Around | Volunteering | Farm Connection
Graham was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite things about football are the brotherhood and leadership opportunities. To him, agriculture is about being a reliable person within your community. Off the field, Graham is involved in FCA, Student Council, Helping Hands, wrestling, track, baseball, and the criminal justice program. Graham is considering a career in either law enforcement or athletic training, while continuing to do something related to agriculture or the outdoors.
Senior TE & OLB | Volunteering | Farm Connection
Servies was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is the physical and mental presence required. To him, agriculture is about working hard to serve the community and the world. Off the field, Servies is involved in a youth mentoring program, wrestling, baseball, and youth group. After graduation, he plans to attend college to study actuarial science.
Freshman C, OL, DL | 4-H | Family Farm
AmRhein was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is the competitive nature of the sport. To him, agriculture provides opportunities to make fond memories. Off the field, AmRhein is involved in basketball, baseball, 4-H, and the National Junior Swine Association. After graduation, he plans to pursue a career in welding.
Senior G & DT | Youth Group | Family Farm
Hirschy was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. To him, agriculture means working as a family and learning valuable life lessons. Off the field, Hirschy is involved in track and field, 4-H, swing choir, and musical theatre. He is also an active member of his church youth group. After graduation, he plans to major in animal science and return to the family farm.
Junior C & DT | FFA | Family Farm
Van Ness was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is the team aspect and getting to grow as a player and person. Agriculture means everything to Van Ness, and he credits agriculture for who he is today. Off the field, he is involved in FFA and wrestling, and he volunteers with youth sports in his community.
Junior RB & MLB | 4-H | Family Farm
Walker was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is the opportunity to compete as a team and achieve a common goal. To him, agriculture represents grit and perseverance. Off the field, Walker is involved in baseball, FFA, Student Council, student government, and 4-H. After graduation, he plans to attend Purdue University to study ag engineering and later return to the family farm.
Senior DE & OL | NHS | Family Farm
Wolfe was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is the opportunity for leadership and collaboration to achieve a collective goal. To him, farmers are some of the most important workers in the country. Off the field, Wolfe is involved in National Honor Society and track and field. After graduation, he plans to attend college and major in construction management or business.
Junior RB & OLB | FFA | Family Farm
Zimmerman was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is the rush of excitement after making a play and the ability to be in the moment. To him, agriculture is a lifestyle and has taught him a variety of skills such as hard work and problem solving. Outside football, Zimmerman is involved in FFA, FCA, IJBCA, IJSC, and Milford Helping Hands. After graduation, he hopes to be a collegiate athlete, major in animal nutrition, and take over the family farm.
Junior OL & LB | 4-H | Family Farm
Foxworthy was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is the time spent with teammates and friends during games. To him, agriculture means working hard when no one’s watching and having the grit to overcome challenges. Off the field, Foxworthy is involved in National Honor Society, Student Council, Spanish club, choir, chess club, 4-H, and plays a variety of sports. After graduation, he plans to attend college and major in wildlife studies or conservation.
Freshman OLB | Volunteering | Family Farm
Lawson was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is being around his football “family”. To him, agriculture brings his family together and allows memories to be made. Off the field, he is involved in FFA, fishing, and volunteering in his community. He hopes to work on his family farm in the future.
Senior C & DE | FFA | Family Farm
Harman was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is spending time and making plays with his teammates. Agriculture means everything to him, and he has been involved in the industry his entire life. Off the field, Harman volunteers in his community and participates in FFA and National Honor Society. He plans to attend Purdue and someday open his own butcher shop.
Senior OLB & TE | Youth Group | Farm Connection
Rasche was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. He enjoys the camrarderie his team shares even after the game has ended. He believes agriculture means adapting and improving for the future. Off the field, he participates in FFA, archery, Community Impact, Beta Club, and volunteers on mission trips with his church youth group. He plans to study agriculture in college.
Senior C | FFA | Family Farm
Jacobs was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. To him, football means brotherhood and working as one unit with his teammates. Jacobs says that agriculture is a way of life for him, and the industry keeps our world fed and thriving. Off the field, he is involved in 4-H, volunteering in his community, and FFA. After graduation, he plans to earn a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering.
Senior QB & OLB | Volunteering | Farm Connection
Little was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. His favorite thing about football is spending time with coaches and teammates. He believes that agriculture is a way of life, and impacts the entire world. Besides football, Little is involved in 4-H, FFA, volunteering in his school and community, and playing a variety of sports. His plans after graduation are undecided, but he hopes to earn his APA and ABA judging license.
Senior C | 4-H | Family Farm
Girod was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. To him, football means spending time playing a sport he loves with friends. Agriculture is a lifestyle to Girod, and has played a role in his involvement in 4-H and FFA. Off the field, he is involved in National Honor Society, Campus Life, and Business Professionals of America. He hopes to earn a business or finance degree in the future.
Senior QB | FFA | Family Farm
Kunz was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. He enjoys making memories with teammates and celebrating wins and losses throughout the football season. Kunz says that agriculture has shaped him into the person he is today. Outside football, he is involved in FFA, National Honor Society, and volunteering in his community. After graduation, Kunz plans to attend college and study engineering or sports science.
Senior NT | FFA | Family Farm
Noland was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. To him, football offers thrill and camraderie that can’t be beat. Outside of football, he is involved in FFA and volunteering in his community. After graduating, Noland plans to become a welder.
Senior OL & DL | Teamwork | Family Farm
Patrick was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. Football means developing a strong work ethic and enjoying time bonding with teammates. Agriculture is engrained in Patrick’s life, as he is the 6th generation on his family’s farm. In the future, he hopes to earn an associate’s degree and help out on the farm.
Senior OLB | 4-H | Family Farm
Marlin was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. What he loves about football is the competitiveness and enjoying the sport with friends. Outside of football, he is involved in 4-H and FFA. After graduating high school, Marlin plans to become a fireman.
Senior MLB | FFA | Family Farm
Ariens was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his efforts on and off the field. To Ariens, being part of agriculture means pursuing a lifelong passion that has been handed down in his family. Outside of football, he is involved in FFA, pep club, and National Honor Society. After graduating high school, Ariens will attend college and earn a degree in ag business.