Name: Braden Reilly

School: Bishop Guilfoyle Academy

Age: 18

Grade: Senior

Sport: Football

Athlete of the week achievement: Reilly caught a 27-yard touchdown pass to put Bishop Guilfoyle up by three scores in its 41-22 win over Port Allegany in the PIAA Class 1A championship game. Reilly also had an interception.

Season update: Reilly finished the year with four interceptions, including one each in BG’s final two games. He has caught 54 passes for 788 yards and 11 touchdowns offensively.

Coach Justin Wheeler’s quote: “Braden is a very gifted athlete with a ton of speed and had a state championship to remember. He was terrific on both sides of the ball just like he has been all season long. He’s a special player that has been great to coach.”

Favorite teacher: Mr. Tressler

Favorite subject: Math

Favorite movie: “Christmas Vacation”

Favorite food: Steak from Fanelli’s

Favorite song: “Mr. Brightside” by the Killers

Outside interests: Family, hanging out with friends, lifting and golfing

Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Favorite college team: Penn State

Pro athlete most admired: Stefon Diggs

Best athlete I ever competed against: BG graduate Patrick Reilly

Most influential person on my athletic career: My dad, Ryan Reilly

Proudest athletic achievement: “Winning the PIAA championship my senior year and freshman year.”

How I got my start in football: “I played in a YMCA league with my dad as the coach.”

Future goal: “I would like to go play football at a Division I or II level and have a great family.”