Name: Landen McGarvey

High school: Glendale

Hometown: Irvona

Sport: Football

Position: Edge rusher

College choice: Grove City

Other colleges considered: Shippensburg

Why I picked Grove City: “I picked Grove City because they have a great mechanical engineering program with an extremely high job placement, they have great football, and I feel it’ll be a great place for me to grow spiritually, academically and athletically.”

Greatest high school achievement: “Being a two-time all-stater.”

Coach Spank Trexler’s quote: “Words can hardly do Landen justice — it’s no secret the caliber of player he is. On the field, he is one of the most gifted athletes I’ve ever had the privilege to coach. Off the field, he’s even more impressive. His character, leadership and humility are truly exceptional, and I am excited about what lies ahead for him. Landen has not only made me a better coach but also a better person. Watching him grow and excel has been an incredible experience, and I look forward to seeing all that he will accomplish. He had several opportunities, and he made an excellent choice in selecting Grove City. Grove City boasts a football program that is on the rise, and academically, it is one of the best. I have no doubt that Landen will make a significant impact there, and I am excited to watch him thrive in the coming years.”

How I got my start playing football: “My older cousin, Seth Dudurich, played football and was great, and he always tried his best to help me out and teach, and all those lifts and workouts together just led to me falling in love with the sport and everything about it.”

Favorite college growing up: Ohio State

Other interests: Lifting, basketball, baseball, hanging out with friends and making money

What getting to play in college means to me: “Playing in college has always been a goal of mine, and I’m just happy little me would be so proud of the person and player I have become. Also, it shows the younger kids of Glendale athletics that hard work pays off.”

Probable college major: Mechanical engineering

Parents: TR and Tracy McGarvey