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Willie
Bender LB
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
Weight
215
HS
Shikellamy
|
PA
Willie Bender is an excellent run-stopping inside linebacker. His ability to read his keys and come screaming towards...
Evaluation by Pat Weider
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Willie Bender

Willie Bender | Shikellamy

Willie Bender

Class
2027
Position
LB
Height
5'11"
Weight
215
School
Shikellamy
State
Position
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About Willie

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

I am a linebacker who averages 2+ hours of film every week. I understand and read every play before it happens.

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

I am always positive and nice in school. During training I am 100% focused, while trying to get better. During game days I help my team focus. During games, no matter the score I am always ready and, I help my teammates stay positive.

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

Honor Roll every quarter last year, and honor roll first quarter of school this year. I also participate in bocce ball and track and field. (Javelin)

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

I have developed leadership, by always being at every team event and extra, giving teammates rides and helping them when they are confused during practice or the games.

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

My father and mother were addicted to drugs and stopped communicating with me when I was 5, so I moved in with my grandparents ever since then.

What type of college are you looking for?

A school that has a good campus and good athletic facilities and that will develop me into a better player and human. Also a school with a good education program.

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Willie
Bender LB
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
Weight
215
HS
Shikellamy
|
PA
Willie Bender
Willie Bender is an excellent run-stopping inside linebacker. His ability to read his keys and come screaming towards...
Written by Pat Weider
Read more at PrepRedzone.com
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@footballcoach79 patrickweider82@gmail.com

Willie Bender Willie Bender Willie Bender 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Shikellamy | 2027 State PA is an excellent run-stopping inside linebacker. His ability to read his keys and come screaming towards the line of scrimmage is impressive. His ability to make tackles in or near the line of scrimmage is excellent. He also shows a good ability to drop into a pass defense. He knows how to read the quarterback’s eyes and make the proper play on the ball thrown in his direction. Bender is a complete linebacker with good skills.

Sophomore Season (8 Games)@VAPORTRAIL2471 @PaFootballNews @PRZPAvic @Bryan_Ault @EPAFootball @JohnSchaeff @BrettBrice6 @LycoWise @CoachFargo_KUFB @Coach_Mul @CoachBenThaw @Coach_Bowers https://t.co/HhYPlWyqdn

— Willie Bender Willie Bender Willie Bender 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Shikellamy | 2027 State PA (@williebender55) November 13, 2024

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