Name: A.J. Leahey
High school: Penn Cambria
Hometown: Lilly
Sport: Basketball
Position: Guard/forward
College choice: University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown
Other colleges considered: Notre Dame College, St. Francis, Philadelphia University, Juniata
Why I picked UPJ: "I have a good relationship with the coaching staff, it's close to home, and family can come watch. I'll get playing time right away.''
Greatest high school achievement: "Being named third-team all-state my junior year and scoring my 1,000th point.''
Coach Jim Ronan's quote: "A.J. has been the hardest working player I have ever coached. He is a great leader and knows how to win. Overall, he's a great kid.''
How I got my start playing basketball: "My mom and brothers wanted me to play in fourth grade.''
Favorite college growing up: Tennessee
Other interests: AAU basketball, watching sports
What getting to play in college means to me: "It's nice to see that all the hard work is paying off, and I get to play against better competition.''
Probable college major: Undecided
Parents: Rich and Linda Leahey
