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2023 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Huntingdon WR/DB Tyler Long

Tagged under: District 6, News, Player Previews

| August 4, 2023


Tyler Long
Wide Receiver/Defensive back
Huntingdon
Class Of 2024
Jersey #1
HT/WT 6”1 190
2nd Team All MAC Offense & Defense
Career 59 Receptions 783 yards 7 TD’s
Career 28 solo tackles, 6 INT, 7 PBU’s


Coach Lucko says: Tyler is an experienced player.  We are expecting him to be a key contributor for us on offense and defense this season.

Let’s get to know Tyler:

How many years have you played Football?

11 years.  I started by playing flag football for the Huntingdon Steelers at age 6.

How many years have you been a starter at the varsity level?

This will be my third year as a starter and letterwinner for the Bearcats.

What are your team and individual goals for the season?

For the team, I want to see us work together and support each other with the ultimate outcome being wins.  I want to work hard this season to position myself and my team for success in terms of wins and school records.

What are your future plans?

I would like to play football at the collegiate level.

What does playing for Huntingdon mean to you?

Our team has a had a rough couple of years.  This year I’m excited to be part of bringing back Bearcat pride to our community through dedication, determination and being at our best on Friday nights.

What are your goals for this coming season?

Simple….win games!

What is your favorite subject in school?

History.

What other activities do you do besides football?

Work.  Weightlifting. Spending time with family and friends.

What are your thoughts on Huntingdon’s move to the LHAC?

The teams will no doubt be solid and competitive. I’m looking forward to the new challenges. Our new coach, Tim Lucko, is invested in us and our success. I feel that we will be strong and more prepared for the upcoming season. I’m excited to show how hard we have been working and I hope we can make our fans proud.

What is the single greatest moment in your high school career?

I have two.  The Philipsburg game last year because we finally got a win, and the Southern Huntingdon game when I broke our school’s receiving yards record.

Final thoughts?

I would like to thank Coach Lucko for his dedication and support to me and my teammates.  Go Bearcats!!!!!

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