2026 PFN Player Profile: Paul Selden-K/P-Downingtown East

Tagged under: District 1, News, Player Previews

Cody Brady | August 8, 2026

Paul Selden
Downingtown East
Class Of 2027
K/P
Jersey #99
5’11”
4/6 on fgs two from 42
All area 2nd team and all Ches-Mont kicker
Twitter @PaulSeldenKicks

Why do you play football?

I have loved the sport of football since i was a kid.

Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?

My favourite sports star is Lionel Messi. In my opinion he is the greatest soccer player in history. He shows why you don’t have to have height to dominate, and that if you put in enough work and sweat equity you will succeed.

Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:

My favourite play was during my junior year when i hit a 42 yard field goal. My teammates were hype and so was the crowd. It was so energetic and I couldn’t stop smiling.

What was last years season like for you?

It was an amazing experience, i got to start varsity for the first time and i was able to kick field goals. It was a big learning experience as-well as I became better in higher pressure situations from games.

What are your goals for this coming season?

My goal is a bold one, i want to be an all state 1st team kicker and punter. I believe with hard work i can achieve this goal of mine.

Who is the best player you ever lined up against?

The best player i have ever lined up against is Maxwell hiller. While i never faced him one on one he would go in during kick block.

What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?

The best game i have ever watched was the masters. I am super blessed that i was able to go and it is one of my most cherished memories. It is surreal being in Augusta and i wouldn’t trade that experience for anything.

Describe what the perfect teammate is

The perfect teammate is someone who makes sacrifices for others. They lift each other up and help motivate the team to do better.

Tell everyone why you think football is good for a community

I believe football is good for a community because it connects people. Everybody is out there on Friday nights rooting for our team. It gives people a chance to bond and develop common relations.

Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?

I would love to score a touchdown on a fake punt.

Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?

While i dont want to be exactly like someone my mentor was the senior kicker when i was a sophomore, Ryan Hornack. He taught me everything i know about kicking and i would not be the player i am now without his guidance.

What is your favorite practice drill? What is your least favorite practice drill?

My favourite practice drill is rally. I love the late game situations and the potential of me kicking a game winner. I dont really have a least favourite drill but it would most likely be kickoff return, doing kickoffs it taxing ok the body so i try not to do many before games.

Preseason Two a Days are:

Preseason Two a Days are:

When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?

My go to activity is spending time with those i care about. I love being able to spend time with my family and friends. Its a good way to relax and become more connected with the people i care about.

What is your favorite play to run?

My favourite play to run is kicks. I love being able to score for my team and kicking the ball is so much fun. I try to challenge myself a lot by seeing how far i can go or seeing how many i can make in a row.

Best pizza topping?

Best pizza topping is pepperoni hands down. It add flavour to the pizza.

What is your favorite vacation destination?

My favourite vacation destination is a lake. I don’t like the beaches personally as sand irks me a little but i do love the water. Lakes are great for that and you can go paddle-boarding or boating depending on the size of the lake.

Do you remember what the first football game you saw was?

My first football game was the east west game during my second grade year. My parents took me out to see it and i loved the atmosphere of the game and the energy felt from the people.

Follow PA Football News on Twitter @PaFootballNews