Photo by Grace Fassler and Illustration by Emma Caplinger
The Pathfinder’s most eligible bachelors pose, waiting for their dream date.
3. The Pathfinder: Bachelor Edition
Lonely hearts, have no fear! Celebrate this Valentine’s day with one of our hunks! They’re always on the hunt for a story…storybook romance! The Pathfinder’s staff has no shortage of cuties (wink wink), so take a look and pick your Valentine. These are your sensational six, so get ready for a superb holiday!
Jacob Stanton, 10
Describe yourself in 10 words or less.
Nice, funny, caring, sporty, persistent and determined.
What would be your ideal date?
Going to the movies and then eating at Olive Garden (who doesn’t like their breadsticks?) followed by a walk on the beach.
What are you looking for in a partner?
Someone that is kind, funny and sweet. Someone to share experiences with and likes sports
What makes you a quality person?
I am nice and kind, and I am always willing to do the right thing. I always respect people for who they are.
What do you consider most important?
Putting other people’s needs ahead of mine and being friendly.
Why are you the most eligible bachelor on the Parkway West Pathfinder?
I will treat my date with respect and kindness.
Drew Boone, 10
Describe yourself in 10 words or less.
I wake up every morning knowing I get to eat today.
What would be your ideal date?
Driving around listening to really old pop songs.
What are you looking for in a partner?
I’m not that particular, but you can’t tuck your leggings in your socks.
What makes you a quality person?
My vast knowledge of tennis rackets.
What do you consider most important?
Recycling and composting.
Why are you the most eligible bachelor on the Parkway West Pathfinder?
I write for a newspaper. How could you not love me?
Michael Lolley, 10
Describe yourself in 10 words or less.
I’m so good, 10 words can’t describe me.
What would be your ideal date?
Whatever you want to do.
What are you looking for in a partner?
At least a 10, Tik Tok famous…I guess personality is cool too.
What makes you a quality person?
Everything about me and my shoe game.
What do you consider most important?
Lord. Love. Ladies.
Why are you the most eligible bachelor on the Parkway West Pathfinder?
I have more Best of SNO‘s than Tre (but I could type with my toes and have more than him.)
Tre Bell, 10
Describe yourself in 10 words or less.
I am very humble, and I don’t like to brag.
What would be your ideal date?
I’d rather be alone with the person and probably see a movie, a scary movie.
What are you looking for in a partner?
Someone just like my mom. She’s a hardworking woman, she doesn’t take anything for granted, she’s always looking for ways to help me out.
What makes you a quality person?
I care a lot for people. I don’t try to focus on myself as much as the opposition.
What do you consider most important?
The caring part. A person needs to care about someone.
Why are you the most eligible bachelor on the Parkway West Pathfinder?
I feel like everyone knows my personality well, and no one really hates me. Everyone likes me and my personality.
Tyler Kinzy, 11
Describe yourself in 10 words or less.
That’s a lot of pressure. Ten words isn’t that many.
What would be your ideal date?
It’s simple, but when St. Louis weather cooperates, hikes are underrated. I think a lot of people, especially in our generation, have this false conception that the perfect date has to be super action-packed when it should really be about enjoying life and spending time with the person you care about.
What are you looking for in a partner?
If you feel like someone makes you a better, happier person just by being around them, that’s a sign it’s probably a good match. If she’s into sports, that’s also a plus—unless she’s a Cubs or Blackhawks fan. That might be a non-starter for me.
What makes you a quality person?
I’m a very dedicated person, so if I’m in a relationship, I’m committing to that relationship.
What do you consider most important?
I know it might be the most cliché answer possible, but personality really is paramount. Nothing else matters if your personalities don’t compliment each other’s really well.
Why are you the most eligible bachelor on the Parkway West Pathfinder?
I just Googled “how do you win the Bachelor?” I didn’t actually bother to click on anything, but I’m guessing that still makes me more informed than the other five.
Ridwan Oyebamiji, 12
Describe yourself in 10 words or less.
Always smiling, tall, dark and handsome.
What would be your ideal date?
Chuck E. Cheese.
What are you looking for in a partner?
I may be eligible but I am not looking. I am saving my heart for the right person.
What makes you a quality person?
I’m a man of faith.
What do you consider most important?
Anything but this interview, and my mom.
Why are you the most eligible bachelor on the Parkway West Pathfinder?
No one said I was?