Starting this new school year online, sophomore teen, Leo Gast is just as confused as the rest of us. But that doesn’t stop him from doing his best. Gast’s motivation to spare no effort comes from his biggest inspiration – his father. 

“My dad is such an awesome person,” said Gast., “I strive to be as great as him.”  

Andy Gast, Gast’s father has gone through plenty of hardships to get to the position he is today. Mr. Gast went from being an employee at an Arby’s to a personal chef for a famous golfer. Deciding that wasn’t enough he tried his best to get his doctorate to become a physiologist.

Gast’s interests consist of gaming and playing with legos. His favorite video game is Valorant. Other than gaming, Gast enjoys writing, which is the reason he joined the Bulldog Bark journalism staff.  He says it is a good way to exercise his talents.

“I want to become a writer,” said Gast.,”This class will provide me with good practice.”

Gast has a dog named Ash, that he often referres to as his best friend.

Among his human friends, Gast is known as “Lil Lee,”  a nickname that came from Gast’s short stature. Standing at a whopping 5’4”, Gast wears the nickname proudly.