Varsity freshman takes charge as quarterback

Braden Letney

Braden Letney, a freshman at Oak Ridge High School, said making the varsity team as a freshman quarterback takes leadership skills.

"The thing I'm most proud of is not just becoming varsity quarterback, but putting in the work to get there," he said. Braden said countless hours of work, plus talent handed down from his parents, are what got him to where he is today.

NAME: Braden Letney
AGE: 15
GRADE: 9
SCHOOL: Oak Ridge High School, CISD
ACCOMPLISHMENTS: "Becoming a less-selfish older brother; player of the week; MVP in some tournaments; varsity as a freshman; baptism."
FAVORITE CLASS: World geography
FAVORITE AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITY: "Either hang out with friends, throw the football or baseball, or maybe go to the movies."
FAVORITE WEBSITE: www.spanishdict.com -- "I wouldn't say it's my favorite, but it's definitely been the most resourceful."
FAVORITE TV SHOW: "'NCIS: Los Angeles' has engaging characters, and it's interesting to find out what's coming next. It makes you anxious."
FAVORITE MOVIE: "'Shooter' is one of my all-time favorites because it has a good plot and it's believable."
AMBITION: "I want to work outdoors, be excited at what I do, take pride in it, and be able to not only support, but provide conveniences to my family."