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Name: Anberlyn Petrecca
School: Bishop Guilfoyle
Age: 14
Grade: Freshman
Sport: Basketball
Athlete of the week achievement: Petrecca was the leading scorer for Bishop Guilfoyle in its win over Williamsburg with 13 points, added 18 points in a win against Penns Valley and scored 15 points in a win over Central.
Season update: She is averaging 13.4 points per game and shooting 54 percent from 3-point range.
Coach Kristi Kaack's quote: "Anberlyn has shown some dynamic offensive talents thus far through the first three weeks of season. She is really trusting her instincts and finishing exceptionally well. She's been able to utilize her length in different ways to impact the game, particularly on the defensive end. Our staff is excited to find new ways to challenge and continue to help her grow day in and day out."
Favorite teacher: Mrs Conrad
Favorite subject: English
Favorite movie: "Hustle"
Favorite food: Steak
Favorite song: "Nobody Gets Me" by SZA
Outside interests: "I like spending time with my family and friends as well as playing volleyball."
Favorite professional team: Memphis Grizzlies
Favorite college team: UCLA women's basketball
Pro athlete most admired: Michael Jordan
Best athlete I ever competed against:
Hollidaysburg's Bella Vent
Most influential person on my athletic career: "My mom and grandma. They are my biggest supporters and have always believed in me."
Proudest athletic achievement: Being undefeated while playing for the seventh and eighth grade team.
How I got my start in basketball: In second grade while playing at the Jewish Memorial Center.
Future goal: To win state championships and to attend college to play basketball or volleyball.