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Name: Braiden Weaver
School: Altoona Area
Age: 15
Grade: Freshmen
Sport: Wrestling
Athlete of the week achievement: Weaver won the 107-pound championship in the District 6 Class 3A Wrestling Championships on Saturday.
Season update: Weaver is 32-4 with 20 pins.
Coach Joel Gilbert's quote: "Braiden works very hard, seeks out great partners and is looking to improve daily. His work ethic and attitude shine when he is out on the mat, and we are very proud of his accomplishments this season.''
Favorite teacher: Mrs. Ober
Favorite subject: Civics
Favorite movie: "Rocky''
Favorite food: Prime rib steak
Favorite song: "Lose Yourself'' by Eminem
Outside interests: Lifting, fishing, hanging out with friends
Favorite professional team: Buffalo Bills
Favorite college team: Penn State
Pro athlete most admired: David Taylor
Best athlete I ever competed against: Norwin's Landon Sindun
Most influential person on my athletic career: "My dad.''
Proudest athletic achievement: Ten-time state qualifier and multiple-time state placer
How I got my start in wrestling: "My dad and mom put me in it when I was 4.''
Future goal: State champion