2023 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Cocalico RB Aaryn Longenecker
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Anthony Franklin | June 25, 2023
Aaryn Longenecker
Cocalico
Class: Senior 2024
Height/Weight: 5-11 175
Position: RB/CB
Jersey #: 1
Accomplishments/Awards: 1st Team All-Section RB selection
Twitter: @aaryn_1
Aaron is a two-way player who also contributed on special teams for the Eagles. Head coach Bryan Strohl stated that “Aaryn was a major playmaker on both sides of the ball for us rushing for 774 yards (7.7 ypc) and 10 touchdowns. He also was a factor in the passing game catching 16 passes for 319 yards (19.9 ypc) and an additional 3 touchdowns. These numbers and explosive play making ability led him to be selected 1st Team All-Section last season as an Offensive Athlete. Aaryn also was a key for our postseason run on the defensive side of the ball where he played both cornerback and safety depending on where we needed him the most. Aaryn had 2 INT’s and returned one for a TD. Aaryn is also a weapon in the return game where he averaged 18.5 yards per kickoff return and 20.2 yards per punt return including an 80 yard TD. We are looking forward to seeing how Aaryn continues to develop and helps lead our team in 2023.”
LET’S GET TO KNOW AARYN
Why do you play football?
I play football because I love the game and both my dad and brother played before me so it was always something I grew up playing.
What schools have shown interest in you?
East Stroudsburg University has been talking to me a little bit.
Current GPA?
3.37
What do you plan on majoring in upon entering college?
Accounting
Favorite class currently?
Accounting I
Favorite athlete of all-time and why?
My favorite athlete of all time is definitely LaDainian Tomlinson because he was a huge driving factor whenever he was on the field & always made a difference in the game.
Favorite HS moment thus far in your HS Career?
Easily my favorite moment so far is winning the district championship which was a surreal experience to share with my team yes and the coaches.
How would you describe your 2022 season?
I saw it as a successful year for me and I think it really got my name out there and I plan to do even more this upcoming season.
2023 individual & team goals?
An individual goal for me this year is to repeat as 1st team all section and to improve my skills even more continuing to grow my football knowledge, and as a team winning the section & going back to the back in the district finals is a really big goal for us.
Favorite all-time game to watch ever?
My favorite all time game to watch was easily the Seahawks v Patriots Super Bowl matchup. Even though I was rooting for the Seahawks at the time it was still a great game to watch and sometimes I still go back and watch it again.
Favorite meal?
I can’t pick a favorite meal but my favorite type of food is definitely seafood.
Favorite play to run?
My favorite play to run is any type of our seam passes because I get to run a fade or seam route & there is nothing better than catching a deep pass for a touchdown.
Hobbies outside of sports?
I like to hangout with my family and ride motorcycles with my spare time.
Something that you fear?
Something that scares me the most is scary movies. I am terrified when it comes to watching scary movies, it’s definitely not my thing.
The most inspirational person(s) in your life?
I’d have to say that I have 3 people in my life who show me the most inspiration and they are my dad, my brother & my brother in-law.
Pre-game music playlist consists of what?
I usually listen to whatever my teammates have playing in the locker room before the game, and it does a nice job of hyping me up.
Favorite teammate?
My best teammates I’ve had in my career is definitely the seniors (C/O 2023) that helped me learn our team plays back when I was a sophomore. They really helped me out with learning how our team does things.
Did you play little league football? If so for what organization?
I played for Cocalico and also played one year of club football for a club called the Berks County Outsiderz.
What should people know about Cocalico the school, the players & coaches?
I think people should know that Cocalico as a whole is such a great community & everyone shows support in both academic & athletic areas.
If there was one person you could meet dead or alive who would it be and why?
One person I’d love to meet is Ladainian Tomlinson because I think he could teach me a lot about work ethic & being prepared.
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