Stultz

Name: JJ Stultz

School: Hollidaysburg Area

Age: 17

Grade: Junior

Sport: Basketball

Athlete of the week achievement: Stultz led Hollidaysburg in scoring with 19 points in a 53-41 win over defending District 6 Class 4A champion Central and also led the Tigers with 15 points in a victory over Bellefonte.

Season update: Stultz had helped the Golden Tigers begin the year 4-2.

Coach Brad Lear’s quote: “JJ is a great player that dedicated himself to the grind. As a constant presence in the gym, this spring/summer he committed to work on his offensive game — adding range to his jump shot and working off the dribble. After football season, we worked on conditioning, finishing and further developing his inside presence both with footwork and pivoting. Always willing to put in the work to improve his skills, he has become a threat both inside and out (45% on 3-pointers), plays both ends of the floor, and it is great to see his dedication and efforts pay off.”

Favorite teacher: Mr. James

Favorite subject: English

Favorite movie: “Grown Ups”

Favorite food: Chipotle

Favorite song: “Love Me” by Lil Tecca

Outside interests: Football, golf and hanging out with friends

Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Favorite college team: Penn State

Pro athlete most admired: Kevin Durant

Best athlete I ever competed against: Johnstown graduate Donte Tisinger

Most influential person on my athletic career: My dad

Proudest athletic achievement: Making it to the PIAA quarterfinals two years in a row in football

How I got my start in basketball: Hollidaysburg YMCA Biddy Basketball

Future goal: Play a sport in college