Name: Issac Willinsky

School: Portage Area

Age: 16

Grade: Junior

Sport: Football

Athlete of the week achievement: Willinsky rushed for 227 yards and four touchdowns on 29 carries, and he also ran in three two-point conversions in the Mustangs’ 37-34 victory over Conemaugh Township.

Season update: Willinsky has 348 yards rushing and six touchdowns on 46 carries for the 2-0 Mustangs. He also has 11 tackles on defense.

Coach Marty Slanoc’s quote: “Issac is a hard-nosed unselfish player. He runs hard, he blocks hard, he plays defense hard. He is willing to do whatever it takes for the team to have success.”

Favorite teacher: Mr. Bearer

Favorite subject: Global Studies

Favorite movie: “Red Notice”

Favorite food: Steak

Favorite song: “Man in the Box” by Alice in Chains

Outside interests: Hunting, fishing

Favorite professional team: Steelers

Favorite college team: Penn State

Pro athlete most admired: Saquon Barkley

Best athlete I ever competed against: Penns Manor’s Max Hill

Most influential person on my athletic career: My dad, Jake Willinsky

Proudest athletic achievement: “Helping my team win.”

How I got my start in football: “My dad had me play flag football.”

Future goal: Go to the military