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Name: Paul Wedel
High School: Hollidaysburg Area
Hometown: Duncansville
Sport: Football
Position: Kicker-punter
Choice choice: Saint Francis
Other colleges considered: Shippensburg
Why I picked Saint Francis: "Because I believe it gives me the best opportunity to succeed academically, and I believe in the football program."
Greatest high school achievement: "Being the starting pitcher in the PIAA Class 5A state championship game, and going 13-1 in my senior football season."
Coach Homer DeLattre's quote: "Paul has worked very hard over the last few years to craft his specialties. His perseverance has allowed him to overcome some tough obstacles. I look forward to him continuing to grow as he competes at SFU."
How I got my start playing: "Coach DeLattre asked me if I wanted to kick in ninth grade."
Favorite college growing up: Michigan State Spartans
Other interests: Baseball, pickup basketball, golfing and hanging out with friends.
What getting to play in college means to me: "It means a lot because I feel like this is what most athletes dream about."
Probable college major: Accounting
Parents: Andrew and Ann Wedel
Name: Eric Ulery Jr.
High School: Hollidaysburg Area
Sport: Baseball
Positions: Pitcher, outfield, first base
College choice: Allegany College of Maryland
Other colleges considered: Westmoreland, Pitt-Greensburg, Penn State-DuBois
Why I picked Allegany? "Small class size, and I felt like I was part of the team already when I visited."
Greatest high school achievement: Being a three-year letterwinner.
Coach Jon Syznal's quote: "EJ is a very versatile two-way player who has had some adversity in his career but has responded very well. We're looking forward to him helping on the mound and offensively this year. His work ethic will allow him to succeed at the next level."
How I got my start playing: "Practicing outside with my dad when I was 4."
Favorite college growing up: Penn State
Other interests: Hunting, fishing, gym, disc golf
What getting to play in college means to me: "My hard work and practice is paying off."
Probable college major: Criminal justice
Parents: Eric and Rochelle Ulery
Name: Gavin Bell
High School: Hollidaysburg Area
Hometown: Hollidaysburg
Sport: Football
Position: Safety
College choice: Bloomsburg University
Other colleges considered: Shippensburg, Seton Hill, Lock Haven
Why I picked Bloomsburg: "Great, and welcoming, coaching staff, the campus feels like home and good academics."
Greatest high school achievement: "Being a part of Hollidaysburg's most successful state run in football and baseball."
Coach Homer DeLattre's quote: "It was great to watch Gavin grow over the last few seasons. His knowledge of the game, his competitiveness and discipline have prepared him to play at the next level. I look forward to his continued success."
How I got my start playing: YMCA flag football in first grade
Favorite college growing up: Penn State
Other interests: Baseball, basketball, video games, hunting and hanging with friends
What getting to play in college means to me: "It's been my dream since I was little."
Probable college major: Engineering physics
Parents: Brian and Joy Bell
Name: Isaac Miller
High school: Hollidaysburg Area
Hometown: Hollidaysburg
Sport: Golf
College choice: Saint Francis
Other colleges considered: Bloomsburg, IUP
Why I picked Saint Francis: "Because I feel like this is the best place for me to succeed in both academics and athletics."
Greatest high school achievement: Qualifying for the PIAA state championships.
Coach Bryan James' quote: "Over the past four years, I have had the honor to coach a great athlete who has taken the steps necessary to grow his game. Isaac was the undisputed leader of our golf team the past couple of years, and I look for him to succeed at the collegiate level."
How I got my start playing: "Playing with my dad and my brother when I was younger."
Favorite college growing up: Penn State
Other interests: Baseball, ice hockey and hanging with my friends.
What getting to play in college means to me: "It means everything. I feel like every athlete dreams of playing in college."
Probable college major: Finance
Parents: Jim and Stephanie Miller