2023 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Elizabeth Forward OL/DL Charlie Meehleib
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Billy Splain | June 28, 2023
Charlie Meehleib
Edge, DE, TE, OT, LS
Elizabeth Forward
Class Of 2024
Jersey #53
HT/WT 6’4/250lbs
Other sports Basketball and track
Conference DPOY, All State
Twitter @Cmeehleib
Why do you play football?
It was something that was introduced to me at a young age and I have fallen in love with it ever since, and football helps teach life lessons.
It’s gameday! What are you looking forward to the most?
Having the opportunity to perform at my highest level with my team in-front of my family and friends.
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Would have to be Aaron Donald. Not only does he train and practice extremely hard every day and preform at a very high level, he is always quick to give back to the community, donations, etc.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
My sophomore year when I played H back and caught a touchdown pass in the end zone.
What was last years season like for you?
My junior year was a big year for me, through the ups and down, I gained Conference DPOY and All State. These blessings really made the year special for me.
What are your goals for this coming season?
As a team are goals are always Conference Champ, WPIAL Title, then State Title. My personal goal is to be an All American this year, last year my goal was to become All State and I achieved it.
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
Sean FitzSimmons, my freshman and sophomore year.
What stadium, HS/college/pro would you love to visit for a game?
Definitely a Penn State White Out Game. Any game day visits I have been on, invited to, and will go to, are all blessings.
What is your favorite Pro team, any sport?
One of my favorite teams will always be the Pittsburgh Steelers because that’s where I am from.
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
My freshman year, we played South Allegheny. Went into double over time and we stopped a run on the 1 yard line to win the game.
What sports movie would you watch every day if you had to pick one and why?
The Sandlot, I have always loved that movie since I was a kid.
If your mom and dad are screaming at you from the stands, what is it they usually yell?
Both of my parents yell the entire game, they say they yell for me to make a play and just yelling in general.
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Try and play quarterback for one drive.
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
My parents will always be my idol, they have done absolutely everything they can for me over the years and I could never thank them enough. My trainers are also great mentors to me, Tavon Jenkins and Jared Thompson. I have had many great conversations and deep talks over the years that I cannot thank them enough. The advice these people have gave me and helped point me in the right direction is truly a blessing.
Name a sport you’d love to play but can’t:
Volleyball
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
During a basketball game when I was a kid, I was playing in an important game and shot the ball into the wrong basket.
Is there anyone in your family, besides your parents, you could consider your biggest fan? Who, Why?
Definitely my little brother Daniel, he is always the first person to get excited when I succeed in anything.
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?
Skiing, fishing, and golfing are all activities I enjoy doing.
What is your favorite football memory to date?
When I found out I was going to be starting as a freshman.
What is your favorite play to run?
This year, would be our inside zone right. Where my left guard and I double team to the backer.
What scares you the most?
Not being the best version of myself
Music of choice:
I listen to all types of music.
What was your favorite gift as a little boy? Why?
My entire life my parents have always said that growing up the only toys or gifts I would play with was any time of ball. I was always in motion and wanting to play sports.
What restaurant is your go to when you need a big meal?
Grand Central Pizza has great hoagies.
What is your favorite vacation destination?
Saint Thomas and the Dominican Republic are both my favorite places I have been.
Do you remember what the first football game you saw was?
I watched the Super Bowl in 2006 with my family when I was less then a month old.
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