2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Philipsburg-Osceola Mountaineer’s C/NG-Evan Eichenlaub
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Daniel Reed | June 28, 2025
Evan Eichenlaub
Philipsburg-Osceola Mountaineers
Class Of: 2026
Position(s): C/NG
Jersey Number: #54
Ht: 5’10 – Wt: 225lbs
Other Sports: Track and Wrestling
Notable Awards or Recognitions: Progress HM
Offer Sheet: None at the moment
Twitter: N/A
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COACH SAYS: Even will be a four year starter on the offensive and defensive lines, and we expect him to be the constant anchor on both side of the ball.
GETTING TO KNOW MORE ABOUT EVAN:
What is the best part of being a student-athlete for the Mountaineers ?
The fan base we have along with the brotherhood the team brings its just an overall great experience
Why do you play football ?
Started playing football when I was 6 playing flag football, fell in love with the game and the brothers you make.
How long have you been playing football(any level) ?
11 years
It’s GameDay !! What are you looking forward to the most ?
When we come in from pregame, the silence in the locker room to get locked in and visualize everything your going to do.
Of all the road games you have played, which stadium had the best overall atmosphere, along with what made it so good ?
Westmont Hilltop my Sophomore year, it was their homecoming so there were lots of people there, along with paying in the rain and they were expecting a big win but we went down and beat them by 3 touchdowns.
If the game is on the line, do you want to be on offense or defense ? Explain:
Offense, I believe I have a lot more talent on offense and running the Wing-T, it can be a tough offense to read.
As an athlete, what has been your biggest achievement?
2x District qualifier in track and field, also winning more games then the seasons prior in football.
What was the high point of the 2024 season ?
Our last game, winning it for the seniors and keeping that momentum up this season.
What are your goals for the 2025 season ?
Looking to make a District playoff run.
What are you going to miss the most from the class of 2025 ?
All the memories and friendships I’ve made throughout the time playing with those guys.
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like the most, and why ?
My dad, he’s always been with me and my brothers, he taught me and always believed in me through the ups and the downs.
Who is your favorite sports star and why ?
Aaron Donald, he values hard work and dedication and also embodies leadership and over coming adversity.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most ? Explain:
Anytime we run Belly Sally T, its always and exciting play.
Who is the best player(s) you have ever lined up against and what team did they play for ?
Eric Clark from Bald Eagle was the hardest DT I’ve ever played against, he’s a tough dude and I have a lot of respect for him.
What stadium, (HS/College/Pro) would you love to visit for a game ?
I love going to Acrisure Stadium, aka: Heinz Field, its always a good time.
What is your favorite Pro Sports team(any sport) ? Explain:
The Steelers
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why ?
Greater-Johnstown this year, last game of the season, so it was really fun, both teams wanted to end the season on a win and ended up going to OT where we won.
What sports movie could you watch every day if you had to pick one, and why ?
Greater, the movie about Brian Burlsworth no doubt.
Name one thing you’d love to do in football that may never happen ?
Play D1 football.
Name a sport you’d love to play but can’t:
Baseball
What is your most embarrassing sports moment ?
Anytime I have a bad snap.
When you aren’t playing, practicing, or training for sports, what is your go to activity, and why ?
Hanging out and playing video games with friends.
Which one, Sheetz, Wawa, or Rutters ? Explain:
Sheetz, you cant go wrong with it, good food and drinks.
What is your favorite vacation destination ?
Arizona
If you were handed a lot of money, what would be the first thing you would do with it ?
Invest it !
Tell us something that you have a fear of ?
Family and Friends
Favorite Fast Food/Burger place and why ?
Shake Shack
NBA, NHL, MLB, NCAAF, NFL, Which league is the best and why ?
NCAA, college game day and football all Saturday.
What is your favorite video game, on mobile and or console ?
Rainbow Six Siege
What toppings go on your favorite pizza ?
Barbecue Chicken
Favorite School Subject ?
Science
Favorite Band/Musician ?
Lil Tecca
Airplane, Boat, or Vehicle(motorcycles included), how would you travel and to where ?
Airplane to Hawaii or Bahamas.
Name one thing in life(NOT SPORTS RELATED) you would like to achieve:
Becomes a father.
Location you think would be the best place to live(ie: island, mountains, city, etc) ? Explain why:
Arizona, its hot all year around.
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