Newcastle’s Cayden Viss
Newcastle High School varsity golfer Cayden Viss did not begin his athletic journey on the links. He found golf after a heart diagnosis during his freshman year forced him to step away from motocross, a change that could have stalled his competitive drive but instead revealed a new path.
“I started playing golf my freshman year after a heart diagnosis forced me to stop racing motocross,” Viss said. “That was a tough transition, but golf became my outlet and my passion. It gave me something to look forward to and helped me push through one of the hardest times in my life.”
Now a Racer, Viss has embraced both the demands of the sport and the culture of Newcastle athletics. After moving to Newcastle as a sophomore, he said the program’s expectations and sense of purpose helped shape his experience.
“I moved to Newcastle my sophomore year, and what makes representing this program special is the standard,” Viss said. “This team works hard, competes, and carries themselves the right way. The coaches push you to be great in your sport and in life. ‘All N’ isn’t just something you say — it’s the expectation that comes with being a Racer.”
Viss said one of the biggest reasons he enjoys the sport is the bond he shares with his teammates. He described Newcastle’s golf team as close-knit, supportive and motivated to improve together.
“What I love most about my team and teammates at Newcastle is how well we all get along,” Viss said. “Everyone works together, supports each other, and pushes one another to be their best.”
On the course, Viss believes his biggest strengths are his irons and driving distance, but he knows golf’s challenge often goes beyond mechanics. He said the mental side of the game is the toughest part, requiring patience, confidence and the ability to recover quickly from mistakes.
That mindset has been shaped in part by his mother, whom he calls his biggest inspiration, and by lessons athletics have taught him about effort and accountability.
“Athletics has taught me the value of work ethic — you get out what you put in,” Viss said.
Looking ahead, Viss plans to attend OSU Institute of Technology and become an HVAC technician. Still, he is not ready to close the chapter on competitive golf just yet.
