For this week’s athlete of the week, Brayden Willamson has been chosen for the week ending October 31st. Brayden Williamson, number 4 on the field, has been playing football for three years at receiver. However, in this game, he was playing quarterback for the Warriors after starting QB Conner Danko went down, creating a need for a replacement.

Brayden Williamson stepped up and started the game for the Warriors for the first time at QB. He managed to throw for 34 yards and a touchdown to junior Justin Esposti. Brayden also ran a massive 40-yard touchdown, being a key part of both of the Warriors’ touchdowns. 

Conner Danko, Brayden’s teammate, commented on Brayden’s performance Friday night: “The quarterback is not an easy position by any means, and when you can step in and put 2 scores on the board, that’s impressive. He took command of the offense, and he was the commander-in-chief that night. He looked well and had good fundamentals. He took what the defense gave him, and that’s all you can ask.”

Facts about Brayden Willamson:

Grade: 11th 

Parents: Kelly and Davey Williamson  

Siblings: Kierstan Hampton 

What is your pregame meal? Cheesesteak from Brothers

How was playing QB for the first time? It was fun and challenging playing QB for the first time 

How did it feel coming back after a concussion? It felt good to be back out with my teammates and to get to play one last time