Name: Eric Keefer
School: Central
Age: 17
Grade: 12
Sport: Football
Athlete of the week achievement: Keefer scored four touchdowns in Central's 49-15 win over Bald Eagle Area on Friday night. Keefer scored two on receptions of 6 and 48 yards, one on a 55-yard run and the other on an 84-yard interception return. Keefer also had another interception in the game.
Season update: Keefer on the season has 26 carries for 252 yards and two touchdowns, 13 receptions for 156 yards and two touchdowns, three interceptions, 46 tackles and 4 1/2 sacks.
Coach A.J. Hoenstine's quote: "He is having an outstanding year. He does a lot for us on offense, defense and special teams. If we hope to advance this week, he will be an integral part."
Favorite teacher: Mrs. Dean
Favorite subject: Anatomy
Favorite movie: "Never Back Down"
Favorite food: Chicken Alfredo
Favorite song: "This Afternoon" by Nickelback
Outside interests: Going to fires, hanging out with friends and fishing
Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Favorite college team: Penn State
Pro athlete most admired: Derek Jeter
Best athlete I ever played with: Central graduate Shane Cafferty
Best athlete I ever competed against: Clearfield's Curtis Frye
Most influential person on my athletic career: Coach Jerry Albright
Proudest athletic achievement: Winning the district championship my sophomore year
How I got my start in football: My mom asked me if I wanted to play, and I said yes.
Future goal: Go to college and play football and have a successful life.
