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Get to Know Worcester Polytechnic Institute Football Player and Track and Field Athlete, Brett Gerlach
Name: Brett Gerlach
Hometown: Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
High School: Central Mountain High School:
Sports: Football and Track and Football
Position/Events: Wide Receiver and Jumps
High School Accolades: Pennsylvania Heartland Athletic Conference (PHAC) title senior year of football, all-state football player as a senior, District 4 individual champion in high jump, and PIAA state qualifier in high jump
College: Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). WPI is a private research university located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The institution is home to over 7,300 students and competes at the NCAA Division III level. The Engineers are members of the New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conference (NEWMAC).
Why He Chose WPI: “I was drawn to the school for its emphasis on hands-on, project based learning. I also liked their working abroad program that ensures after graduation, you’re in the best possible position to succeed.”
College Accolades: NEWMAC title in triple jump (14.03m) and third-place finish in the conference in high jump (1.98m).
Major and Future Plans: Computer Science major with hopes to move into a software engineering role in the future.
Top Athletic Memories: “Some of my top memories in my athletic career are winning the PHAC championship my senior year in high school football, winning the NEWMAC title in triple jump this past year in track, and my entire senior football season.”
His Support System: “I’m grateful for all of my coaches I’ve had over the years, specifically Shannon Manning and Shawn Hale. Coach Manning was my football head coach and Coach Hale was my offensive coordinator. I also want to mention Jason Weber and Emily Dippel, my college track coaches, for investing in me here at WPI.”
A Note About Lock Haven and Central Mountain: “My hometown and high school mean everything to me. I’m very proud of where I came from as it’s shaped me into the person I am.”
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