2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Central Bucks West OT Finn McGowan
Tagged under: District 1, News, Player Previews
Billy Splain | May 24, 2024
Finn McGowan
Offensive Tackle
Central Bucks West
Class Of 2025
HT/WT 6’3 / 275
Jersey #74
1st Team All League Honorable Mention All Area
Twitter @FinnMcGowan74
Coach Rowan says: Finn has grown and developed into a tremendous player and leader over the past 2 years. He maximizes every ounce of talent he has and plays with an edge and toughness that is rivaled by few. One of his greatest strengths is his reliability and durability as he’s proven one to be counted on. I believe he is just scratching the surface of his capabilities.
Why do you play football?
I really fell in love with football when I started playing pop-warner in 3rd grade, it builds relationships with coaches and teammates and creates a ton of memories. Hitting people is also very entertaining.
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Brian Dawkins, Weapon X, he was a freak on the field with endless amounts of energy, he also layed dudes out.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
When I was out on the game winning PAT against Garnet Valley, that feeling me and my teammates experienced after the overtime win is unforgettable.
What was last years season like for you?
It was my first year starting on varsity, we ended up undefeated in the regular season and won the CB cup which is always fun. We made it to the semifinals in districts as well.
What are your goals for this coming season?
Step up as a leader, get stronger and faster, and win district championship.
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
We play a lot of great defensive linemen in our league, I would say Eddie Bowen from CB South.
What stadium, HS/college/pro would you love to visit for a game?
Beaver Stadium, especially a whiteout game.
What is your favorite Pro team, any sport?
GO BIRDS!
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
When I was at the Eagles vs. Niners NFC Championship 2 years ago.
What would you do to improve the recruiting process?
Get quicker and stronger.
Describe what the perfect teammate is
Coachable, outgoing, and willing to put the work in.
Tell everyone why you think football is good for a community
Football brings together people of all ages and backgrounds, it is America’s sport. A football team at any level in a community gives something to people to support and follow.
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Catch a touchdown!
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
I look up to my parents, my Mom and Dad teach me everything I need to know about life, and making good decisions, they also always are supportive.
What is your favorite practice drill? What is your least favorite practice drill?
Even though I only really play offense, the tackling drills and circuits always are high energy and fun, any lineman will say they like chutes the least favorite.
Preseason Two a Days are:
Physical and laboring but it pays off.
Is there anyone in your family, besides your parents, you could consider your biggest fan? Who, Why?
My Uncle Matt, he is an Athletic Director in Florida but has always been a Coach, he gives me advice for everything.
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?
Fishing, I love fishing freshwater and saltwater, its fun to fight fish.
What is your favorite football memory to date?
When it was snowing my sophomore year against Perk Valley and they played All I Want For Christmas during warmups, or beating CB South in the regular season Junior year.
What is your favorite play to run?
Power.
is a hot dog a sandwich?
Absolutely not.
Music of choice:
Hip-Hop, Reggae, and Country
Which one? Sheetz or Wawa
Wawa and it’s not even close.
What is your favorite vacation destination?
East Coast Florida or OBX
Follow PA Football News on Twitter @PaFootballNews
