Name: Karson Kiesewetter

School: Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic

Age: 17

Grade: Senior

Sport: Football

Athlete of the week achievement: Kiesewetter completed 9-of-14 passes for 178 yards and one touchdown, and he also ran the ball 20 times for 182 yards and four touchdowns in a 35-21 victory over Westmont Hilltop on Saturday.

Season update: Kiesewetter is 23-of-34 passing for 321 yards, two TDs and no picks. He has rushed 46 times for 329 yards and five TDs.

Coach Justin Wheeler’s quote: “Karson is an incredible athlete and competitor. In crucial moments, he takes the team on his shoulders and makes plays. He has definitely lived up to the player of the year accolades he received from last year’s championship season.”

Favorite teachers: Mr. Shaw and Mr. Tressler

Favorite subject: History

Favorite movie: “Sing 2”

Favorite food: Mike’s Court Roast Beef

Favorite song: “Enter Sandman” by Metallica

Outside interests: Playing basketball at Jefferson

Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Favorite college team: Tennessee Volunteers

Pro athlete most admired: Aaron Rodgers

Best athlete I ever competed against: My older brother, Konner

Most influential person on my athletic career: Dad and Mom

Proudest athletic achievement: Winning the state football championship

How I got my start in football: “My Dad signed me up.”

Future goal: “You’ll have to wait and see.”