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Cade Klubnik was selected to the 2021 Elite 11 final after leading Westlake to a state championship in the Lone Star State’s largest classification during his junior season. Klubnik says his hobbies include hanging with friends and going on local lakes in Austin with friends and family. Klubnik also excels in track and was a district champion in the 400, 4x400, triple jump and long jump. He also led his high school 7-on-7 team to state championships. Klubnik's parents are Tod and Kim Klubnik. His brother, Reed, plays football at Yale. His other siblings are Carson and Riley.

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