_After being sidelined for the previous games with a wrist injury, Jack Belluche ’16 played an integral role in Andover Football’s first victory of the season. With a two-interception, two-touchdown performance, Belluche led the team to a 20-6 victory against Cushing on Saturday. A self-described “utility man,” Belluche steps up to fill any position that needs a boost, whether it be on offense or defense. With steady hands, quick feet and excellent field vision, Belluche is a formidable matchup for any opposing player._
_Due to his standout performance that brought Andover Football its first win of the season, Belluche has earned the title of _The Phillipian_’s “Athlete of the Week.”_
**_What were you thinking about before the game against Cushing?_**
I knew that it was going to be my first game back, so I just wanted to make a difference for the team and get us all fired up. I wanted to get the win and to be a leader for the team.
**_What is your favorite pump-up song?_**
“Do or Die” – Afrojack Remix. [Pauses] It might not be a remix.
**_What’s the best part about scoring a touchdown?_**
I love just running up and jumping into my teammates. It’s a great feeling, especially with the crowd cheering. There’s nothing else that gets me that fired up.
**_What motivates you?_**
I think it’s just the desire to win. I know it’s going to feel great afterwards. To win, you need to have that desire.
**_What’s your favorite thing about the Andover Football team?_**
It’s the people. We have a bunch of characters, everyone’s funny, everyone’s there to play. We all want to be there, we all want to have a good time and we all want to do our best. It’s just something that’s great to be surrounded by.
**_Describe yourself as a football player in one word._**
Versatile. Because if we need a position filled, I always want to step up. Even if I haven’t played it before, I want to try it.
