Senior Connor Bickle was announced as Homcoming king on Friday, Oct. 7 at the Homecoming game against Baeshor-Linwood High School. Bickle describes his reaction to his win.

 Why did you want to win Homecoming king?

I wanted to win Homecoming king because it would be awesome!

 How did it feel to win?

Like a million bucks.

 What was Homecoming week like for you?

Awesome, I was so excited [to be nominated].

 How did you find out you were nominated?

Well, I found out from all my friends and they said they would vote for me a thousand times so I would win.

How did your family react?

My mom was screaming a lot and I said “okay mom, why are you doing that?”

 How have your friends reacted?

[My friends] were clapping and yelling “Connor, Connor” and my girlfriend Erica was excited too. She is really beautiful.

 How did the other candidates react to you winning?

They were excited, but they were like,”Aw man Connor won,” but I said “You’ll get it next time.”

 Why do you think everyone voted for you for Homecoming king?

Because everybody likes me, and the girls think I’m cute.

 What has home life been like since you were crowned Homecoming king?

I do this a lot to my mom, I say “Sorry mom I’m king so I do what I want,” and she said “Connor this is my house so I’m king” and I was like, “No you’re not, why don’t you wear a crown?” then I said, “Oops, I love you.”

 How will the win influence your senior year?

It’s been the best year ever. It’s been off the hook since I won.

 What did you do right after your name was announced that you won?

I flexed and said, “yes!” and then I pointed to my girlfriend.