Athlete of the Week: Dylan Thomas

Name: Dylan Thomas

Sport: Basketball

Grade: 12

Accomplishments: 

Dylan scored 34 points with 7 three-pointers against Philipsburg.

Coach George Gripp’s Quote: 

“Dylan is a great shooter. When he runs the floor and sets up he is capable of scoring this on a nightly basis.”

EE: How did you first get involved in this sport? 

My parents signed me up when I was a young blood.

EE: What other sport(s) do you play?

Track

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

Knicks

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

Kristaps Porzingis the Unicorn

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

My parents, they are there for me every day and support me through everything.

EE: Favorite band/musician?

Grayson Putt

EE: Favorite movie?

Doctor Strange

EE: Favorite food?

Spaghetti

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

Try your best in everything you do and strive to be the best. 

EE: What are your future goals?

Attend PSU Altoona for nursing and return later for my masters for nurse practitioner and specialize in Cardiology.