Blake Leenderts was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment and passion on and off the field and court. The thing he loves most about high school sports is the people. He expressed that he feels very blessed to have a wonderful team with some of the best teammates. These teammates are uplifting people with a great work ethic. Everyone has brought energy to his team and he believes that is the reason they are so successful. Blake competes in football, basketball, and track and field. He is involved in the math league, Knowledge Bowl, FFA, and CEO. When he is not in school or playing sports, Blake participates in 4-H and RCYF. Agriculture is very important in Blake's life as well as many others. It is what puts food on the table for millions of people around the world. It is important to him because he had the opportunity to grow up on a farm. Agriculture has taught him so much like a strong work ethic and a strong mentality. He feels it is truly a blessing to be able to grow up in and around agriculture. Blake's plan for the future is to attend South Dakota State University for civil engineering. Once he has completed his schooling, he plans to find a civil engineering job within the area to help develop his community. 

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