Daily Journal Athlete of the Week: Manteno’s David Asher

Name: David AsherSchool: MantenoSport: FootballYear: JuniorWhy he was chosen: In the Panthers’ 62-7 win over Mendota IHSA Class 3A opening-round on Oct. 24, Asher recorded a pair of interceptions to set the program’s single-season record with six. He also had two catches for 87 yards and a touchdown and a 55-yard punt return touchdown.Since Athlete of the Week voting ended, Manteno beat St. Bede 41-14 in the first round before falling 35-21 to Richmond-Burton in the second round.You guys opened up the playoffs with a pair of commanding wins, outscoring your opponents 103-21. What is the best part of playing in games like that where the entire team is executing in all phases?It’s amazing! I just get to go out there and perform, and it puts a smile on my face seeing all of my teammates execute at the same level.In the opening-round game against Mendota, you had two interceptions, a receiving touchdown and a punt return touchdown. What was your favorite play you made in that game and why?