February 8, 2024
Chick-Fil-A Featured Athletes | Ben Moore and Dorcus Lara
WILMORE, Ky.--- This week our featured Chick-Fil-A athletes are
Ben Moore and
Dorcus Lara. These two athletes highlight the six pillars of excellence that Asbury Athletics is about, and are standouts not only in their respective sports, but in the Asbury community as well.
Ben Moore - Men's Tennis | Fr. | Winter Park, Fl.
What is your major?
I am a double major in Finance and Accounting.
Why did you choose Asbury?
I chose Asbury not only for tennis but because I found the community compared to other schools I visited to be more powerful and unique. Community has always played a crucial role in my life and I have desired to find that here and I have not been disappointed.
Career Aspirations:
Personal Financial planner or investment banker.
What Do You Enjoy?:
Tennis, Investing, Dancing, Hiking, and Spear fishing.
Favorite Bible Verse:
Romans 13:8
What Head Tennis Coach Jarred Miller has to say about Ben:
"Ben has been a wonderful addition to our roster this year. He is not only a fantastic tennis player, but he brings a positive outlook and faith filled perspective in every part of his everyday life, whether that is on the court or off of it. Already as a freshman he possesses a level head and temper which is often not found in tennis players oh his age and it points back to who he is as a person and as a Christian. I am excited to see what this season and the years to come bring with Ben Moore as part of our tennis program at Asbury University."
Dorcus Lara - Women's Soccer I So. I Kampala, Uganda
What is your major?
I am an Exercise Science and Psychology (Double Major).
Why did you choose Asbury?
I wanted to be a place where I would be known by my name and have a community of friends who would encourage me in my walk with God. I wanted a school that would allow me to get both of my majors with a campus that was easily accessible. I wanted a place where I could continue playing the sport I love while also being able to delve into my other passions, like ministry and worship.
Career Aspirations:
I aim to become a Physiotherapist as well as a Counselor. I have always seen a disconnection when people aim to heal the two entities of the mind and body separately, yet the reality is they are deeply intertwined. I aim to own a foundation in Uganda that provides both physiological and psychological help to communities. I plan to eventually specialize in children with disabilities and provide counseling to the family unit as a whole.
What Do You Enjoy?:
I enjoy sunrises and sunsets, deep conversations, anything lemonade flavored, jazz music, Saturday evening football games, worship, meals with my family, and laughter with my friends.
Favorite Bible Verse:
Proverbs 31:25
What Head Women's Soccer Coach Zach Welch has to say about Dorcus:
"Dorcus has been thrown a couple curve balls recently throughout the fall semester. Not once did she ever complain about uncontrollable circumstances. Instead, she continued to remain strong and persevered with intentional prayer and gravitating to her support system. On the field, Dorcus is one of the hardest working players and continues to strive for excellence in all that she does. We are grateful to have Dorcus in our program, she continues to makes us better on and off the field."
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