Wells High School senior Tyler Bridge was named the Student-Athlete of the Month for the entire school district recently. He is pictured here with Wells Athletic Director Pierce Cole, Pam Moody-Maxon and John C. Kreie. Courtesy Photo/Reg Bennett
WELLS — Wells High School senior Tyler Bridge was recently honored as “Student-Athlete of the Month” for September.
The standout running back and cornerback received this distinction for a combination of his academics and sportsmanship.
“It feels pretty good,” said Bridge about receiving the award.
Bridge led the Warriors to the Class D state championship on Nov. 17 when they rolled to a 55-20 win over Foxcroft Academy at the University of Maine. The senior scored six touchdowns to cap off a stellar senior season and WHS career.
The latest honor for Bridge comes for his performance — both in the classroom and on the field — from the month of September.
“That’s the beginning of the season and we got off to a really good start for football,” said Bridge on why he was selected for September’s award.
Wells head coach Tim Roche believes Bridge has proven to be an “all-around great kid.”
“Tyler is the best football player in the state of Maine,” said Roche. “He set school records for rushing 2,390 yards and 45 touchdowns. He was an outstanding defensive player with four interceptions. On top of all that he is fifth in his class and a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council and Interact.”
Presenting Bridge with the Student-Athlete of the Month plaque was Wells Athletic Director Pierce Cole, Pam Moody-Maxon, and John C. Kreie.
The Student-Athlete of the Month program is sponsored by the Cole Harrison Insurance Agency and Moody Maxon Real Estate. John Kreie represents Cole Harrison in co-presenting the Student Athlete of the Month Award at the school.
“Tyler was the leading force behind yet another state championship football team,” commented Kreie. “His numbers this year are mind boggling … he’s an unbelievable athlete, a super humble kid who is also top five in his class and will certainly make some college football coach happy.”
According to the Journal Tribune Sports Editor Pat McDonald’s Nosebleed Section column from Nov. 23, Bridge is now in the running with another to receive the Fitzpatrick Trophy, which goes to the top senior football player in the state.
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