Thomas Jefferson High School freshman Brandon Bao, golf, was selected as the Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week for Nov. 5.

Q: What is your favorite subject/class in school?

A: Biology.

Q: What other activities/hobbies do you enjoy?

A: Hanging out with my friends.

Q: Person who has helped you succeed the most?

A: My dad.

Q: The best advice I’ve ever been given by a coach is:

A: “Have a short memory!”

Q: Describe your pre-match ritual and your favorite post-match meal?

A: Pre: Got to the range and practice. Post: Steak.

Q: Song you currently can’t stop listening to?

A: “Meet Me At Our Spot” by THE ANXIETY, Tyler Cole, and Willow

From the sideline: TJHS freshman Brandon Bao earned 1st Team honors in the NPSL 3A division. He finished 5th at Gold Mountain. On Sept. 28, he shot a 39 vs. Auburn High School and on Sept. 30, he shot a 39 vs. Auburn Riverside. Brandon is the first freshman to do this in Coach Wards’ seven years of coaching.