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Albarano playmaker for Tigers

Altoona Mirror Athlete of the Week

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Name: Vincent Albarano

School: Hollidaysburg Area

Age: 17

Grade: Junior

Sport: Football

Athlete of the week achievement: Albarano rushed for 107 yards and one touchdown on 15 carries, and also completed 11-of-17 passes for 244 yards and three scores in a 41-34 win over Williamsport. He also intercepted a pass and had seven solo tackles on defense.

Season update: Albarano has thrown for 1,323 yards and 15 touchdowns with just two interceptions, and he has rushed for 447 yards and eight scores for the 6-2 Tigers. On defense, he has 28 tackles.

Coach Homer-DeLattre's quote: "Vince has been a big-time playmaker on both sides of the ball over the last few weeks against some very good opponents. He has steadily improved in each game this year, and we look forward to him continuing to lead us in the postseason.''

Favorite teacher: Ms. Heinlein

Favorite subject: AP Statistics

Favorite movie: "Friday Night Lights''

Favorite food: Chicken Alfredo

Favorite song: "Me to Me'' by Morgan Wallen

Outside interests: Basketball, flyfishing club

Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Favorite college team: Penn State

Pro athlete most admired: Drew Brees

Best athlete I ever competed against: Williamsport's Tevin Williams

Most influential person on my athletic career: My pap, Gary Zimmerman

Proudest athletic achievement: Winning the district championship last year

How I got my start in football: YMCA Flag Football League

Future goal: Play a sport in college

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