Athlete of the Week: Gary Weaver

Name: Gary Weaver

Sport: Football 

Grade: 12

Accomplishments: 

Gary had 16 carries for 113 yards and a touchdown against Penns Valley this week.  It was his ninth career 100 yard rushing game.  He also had one reception for 15 yards.

Coach Jason Wilson’s Quote: 

“Gary is a hard runner and has good vision of the running lanes; he’s been a workhorse for us the last two season. He’s been one of our senior leaders since winter starting in the weight room, summer clinics, and practices. His motivation, toughness and work ethic is tremendous. He continues working hard to improve himself, wants to see his team win and he wants to keep the Tyrone Football Tradition alive.”

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

Mi Padre signed me up for youth football and played for the Vikings and the feeling of winning every game never went away.

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

Wrestling, baseball, track and I’m a professional snowboarder.

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

Pittsburgh Pirates

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

Thee mean and green Levi Railing

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

Jeremy Mair because he comes to every one of my games and gets a pic with me. Our snap streak is at day 30 so you know it’s a serious relationship.

EE: Favorite band/musician?

Chris Brown!

EE: Favorite movie?

Bridesmaids

EE: Favorite food?

Apple Fritter  

EE: What advice would you give younger athletes?

Go hard every play because you don’t know what play will be your last 

EE: What are your future goals?

To attend Penn State Altoona and get a degree in secondary education