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DANIEL ISLAND, S.C. — A Q&A with Johnny and Cooper Webb, who are athletes in the Daniel Island area.

JOHNNY WEBB (12)

Sports: Basketball, Football, Baseball, and Golf

Years in Each Sport:

• Basketball – 6 years
• Football – 5 years
• Baseball – 5 years
• Golf – 3 years

Teams:

• Daniel Island Jr. Bishops
• Daniel Island Ospreys (6th Grade)

School: Daniel Island Middle School

Grade: 6th

What are your personal goals or athletic dreams?

Johnny Webb: I want to become one of the best passers and dribblers on my team and play Division I sports one day.

What is your biggest challenge in your sport, and how do you manage it?

Johnny Webb: My biggest challenge is staying focused and locked in at all times. I manage it by taking things one play at a time.

What was the best advice you’ve ever been given?

Johnny Webb: Let your teammates come before you.

What do you love most about your sport?

Johnny Webb: Sports bring family and friends together and give us time to connect.

Do you have a pregame ritual?

Johnny Webb: Yes — I pray before every game.

What do you enjoy doing outside of sports?

Johnny Webb: I like spending time with my friends, ridingbikes, and going fishing.

What has being part of a team taught you?

Johnny Webb: It’s taught me to be more responsible — not just for myself, but also for my teammates.

What’s the best advice you’ve received from a coach or mentor?

Johnny Webb: Have fun and keep working hard. Practice, practice, practice — and never give up!

Describe a mistake you made while competing and how you overcame it.

Johnny Webb: I once missed a game-winning shot, but I kept practicing so that next time I’ll make it.

Anything else you’d like to add?

Johnny Webb: I always play for my family, my friends, and God.

COOPER WEBB (16)

Sport: Football

Sports Participated In: Football, Basketball, Track, Baseball

Years in Current Sports:

• Football (10)
• Basketball (9)
• Track (1)
• Baseball (5)

Team: Oceanside Football

School: Oceanside Collegiate Academy

Grade/Year: 11th Grade, Class of 2027

What are your personal goals within your sport/athletic dreams?

Cooper Webb: My goal is to make the All-Region team and keep having fun with my teammates along the way. I love competing, but at the end of the day, I just want to keep getting better and hopefully earn the chance to play college football.

What is your biggest challenge in your sport, and what do you do to manage this challenge?

Cooper Webb: Being surrounded by talented teammates pushes me every day. I have to work hard, stay consistent, and compete to be the best version of myself.

What was the best advice you were ever given?

Cooper Webb: Never give up!

What do you love about your sport?

Cooper Webb: It’s all about the brotherhood. The camaraderie and friendships you build through football last far beyond the season. Those are the bonds that stick with you.

Do you have a pregame ritual you follow?

Cooper Webb: I’ve got to have some candy before the game.

What do you like to do outside of your sport?

Cooper Webb: When I’m not playing sports, I like hanging out with my friends and just enjoying some downtime.

What has being a member of a team taught you?

Cooper Webb: Being part of a team has taught me selflessness—it’s about how everyone works together toward the same goal.

What is the best piece of advice you’ve received from a coach or mentor?

Cooper Webb: There’s more to life than sports.

Describe a mistake you made while competing and how you overcame it.

Cooper Webb: I’ve made plenty of mistakes, but the key is learning from them. I focus on not making the same mistake twice.

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