The YDL Sports Network is highlighting returning high school student-athletes this summer. The year in school listed next to the athlete’s name is the year the athlete is entering this fall. Player profiles are powered by Pizza Hut
Player profiles are also brought to you by Showcase Homes, Generational Wealth Management, Icyy Ink, and Hunter’s Station Golf Club
Full List of 2023 Player Profiles
LANCE O’NEIL – JUNIOR – ELK COUNTY CATHOLIC
Sports Played: Basketball, baseball
Parents Names: Gale O’Neill, Mike O’Neill
Siblings: Mitchel O’Neill, older brother, played soccer; Emily O’Neill, older sister, played soccer and softball; Alex O’Neill, older brother, played baseball and soccer.
Social Media Handles: Instagram: @lanceoneill8
2022-23 Highlights: D9 basketball championship (Class 1A), Elk County Holiday Tournament All-Tournament team.
College Athletics plan if applicable: No.
Q&A
Q: How did you get involved in playing sports?
A: I grew up playing sports. It’s just always been in my life.
Q: What is the most enjoyable thing you have ever had happen to you on an athletic field?
A: Winning the D9 championship in a comeback against Union.
Q: If you could go to any event (it doesn’t have to be a sporting event) in the world, what would it be and why? *
A: March Madness championship game.
Q: What teacher has had the most impact on you in school? Why?
A: Mrs. Daghir, helped me with career choices.
Q: Do you have any superstitions in any of the sports you play?
A: I must do the same warmups before each game.
Q: You have one day where you can do anything your heart desires. Cost is not a factor. What would it be?
A: I would go on a cruise of the Caribbean.
Q: If you could go back in time, where would you go and why?
A: I would go back to my 2017 Little League baseball season.
Q: Is there anything you wish we would have asked you? If so, what is the question/answer?
A: No.
