NewsTribune Athlete of the Week: La Salle-Peru’s Grey Ernat

La Salle-Peru senior quarterback Grey Ernat played a key role in the football team’s successful playoff run this fall.After helping the Cavaliers to a win over Galesburg in the opening round – their first playoff win in 23 years – Ernat had a huge game in the first round as he led L-P to a 40-12 win over Ag Science in Chicago.Ernat threw for 153 yards and two touchdowns and scored three times on the ground. L-P’s playoff run ended in the second round with a loss at Carbondale. The Cavs finished 6-6.“Grey did a great job leading the team and controlling the football,” L-P football coach JJ Raffelson said. “He made plays with both his legs and his arm, showcasing what a great quarterback and athlete he is. Most importantly, he is a true team guy who puts the team first. I’m proud of the way he leads and competes.”For his performance, Ernat was voted the NewsTribune Athlete of the Week, sponsored by SOCU and Grasser’s Plumbing Heating.Ernat answered some questions from NewsTribune sport