Athletes of the Week: The Tyrone Varsity Football Team

Instead of the usual Athlete of the Week, Eagle Eye chose the District Champion football team to answer this week’s round of questions.

What was your favorite moment of the season?

Dancing in the field house after the district semi-final game against Huntingdon.

What was your favorite game of the season?

The district championship game vs. Mount Union and the Chestnut Ridge game.

What was your favorite moment with your coaches?

We enjoyed Coach Elvey’s stories and Coach Wilson’s sarcasm.

What were your favorite plays of the season?

Jake’s interception at Central.

Aleic’s second long touchdown run in the district championship vs. Mount Union.

Nick, Cam, and Cullen’s interceptions in the district championship vs. Mount Union.

Did the team have a favorite song?

London Bridge by Fergie.

Who would you agree was the best team leader?

We’re a team, therefore we lead together.

Who improved most throughout the season?

Mark Lewis.

Was there any strange traditions on the team?

Joe did not wash his headband for 18 weeks.

Nick “Pudding” Bonsell did not wash his girdle. 

Seniors, which underclassmen will you miss most?

Kicker, Colby, and A.J. Grassi.

Underclassmen, which senior will you miss most?

Jacob William Makdad.

Any advice from the Seniors for next season’s team?

Work hard and keep the tradition going.