This week’s Stanley-Boyd Athlete of the Week is seventh-grader Reid Krizan, honored for the composure and consistency he brought to the quarterback position all season long.
Krizan first discovered his love for football in third grade, when he joined flag football. “I always watched football on TV and that got me into wanting to play,” he shared. Since then, one thing has remained constant: his position. “Since I’ve started playing football, I’ve always been quarterback,” he said, embracing the responsibility and leadership that come with the role.
Family has played an important part in his football journey as well. Krizan credits time spent working with his dad as a major influence, saying, “My dad inspired me to play football as he always spent time running routes and playing catch outside with me.”
When asked about his favorite memories from the year, Krizan said he couldn’t choose just one, explaining, “I don’t just have one favorite memory as I enjoyed the whole season with my teammates.” The relationships built during practices, bus rides, and games were just as meaningful as the victories on the field.
Looking back on his middle school career so far, Krizan pointed to the Mondovi game as a standout moment, sharing that “my favorite game was playing Mondovi when I threw a long touchdown pass to Harley Geist.” It was a play that showcased both his arm strength and his connection with teammates.
This game stood out not only to Krizan, but also to his coach. Middle school head coach Sam Goettl was impressed with Krizan’s performance against Mondovi. He noted, “Reid Krizan’s composure, accuracy, and grit lead to a 22-14 win over Mondovi.” The effort highlighted exactly why Krizan has earned this week’s Athlete of the Week recognition.
A dedicated three-sport athlete in football, basketball, and baseball, Krizan brings a broad skill set and strong athletic foundation to every season. His poise under pressure and steady improvement at quarterback have already caught attention within the football program. With continued growth and multi-sport experience shaping his abilities, Reid Krizan is on track to be an exciting contributor for Stanley-Boyd sports in the years ahead.
