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.
