"My work ethic has been my greatest strength," explained the Brownstown Central High senior linebacker. "I have grown up on a farm and have watched my dad and grandpa work long hours. That is all I have known all my life. During planting and harvest season, I will help on the farm before and after practice. It makes for long days, but it pushes me mentally and physically to be more disciplined with my time and energy."

Over the last three years, the 6-foot, 180-pound standout has shown that putting in the extra effort on the playing field has its advantages by helping the Braves to a 34-3 record.

This includes back-to-back unbeaten regular seasons and Class 2A sectional crowns as well as the program's first regional title since 2016.

Probably one of his most satisfying moments came on N

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