Name: Ethan Rhodes

High school: Hollidaysburg Area

Hometown: Hollidaysburg

Sport: Football

Position: Linebacker

College choice: Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Other colleges considered: Lock Haven, Seton Hill, Cal, Pa.

Why I picked IUP: “Great business program, love the coaching staff and winning reputation.”

Greatest high school achievement: “Being part of the team that had the best record in the history of Hollidaysburg football.”

Coach Homer DeLattre’s quote: “Ethan has overcome much adversity over the years, but he continued to focus on his goals and the process to achieve them. We are very proud of Ethan, and we know he will make the most of his opportunity. We can’t wait to follow his career.”

How I got my start in football: “When I was 5 years old, my dad coached my flag football team. I’ve been playing ever since.”

Favorite college growing up: Penn State

Other interests: Golf, lifting, spending time with my family and friends

What getting to play in college means to me: “It was my goal and dream since I started playing football.”

Probable college major: Finance

Parents: Bill and Carrie Rhodes