Name: Sam Crilly

Sport: Basketball

Grade: 11

Accomplishments:

Crilly scored 20 points in a 67-60 win over Penns Valley, had 21 points in a 65-64 upset of Johnstown and 19 points in a 69-52 win over Bishop McCort. Crilly is averaging 15.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game and shoots 88% from the free throw line. Tyrone is 13-6. Congratulations Sam!

Coach Luke Rhoades’ quote:

“Sam works hard and competes every time he steps on the floor. Over the past two weeks, he has really stepped up and has hit a big shot when we needed it.”

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

SC: I always shot on my Fisher Price hoop in the living room when I was younger.

EE: What other sport(s) or other activities are you involved in?

SC: Track

EE: Favorite professional sports team?

SC: Liverpool FC

EE: Favorite professional athlete?

SC: Payton Pritchard

EE: Who is your hero? Why?

SC: My parents. They are my biggest supporters and always push me to be the best I can.

EE: Favorite band/musician?

SC: Rod Wave

EE: Favorite movie?

SC: Scarface

EE: Favorite food?

SC : Acai Bowls

EE: What advice can you give to younger athletes?

SC: Work in silence and stay confident.

EE: What are your future goals?

SC: Play basketball in college and earn a degree.