Greg Long | Athlete of the Week

Greg Long

Greg Long

The Republic-Times Athlete of the Week is Columbia High School football player Greg Long, who was a one-man wrecking crew in the Eagles’ 37-21 victory at Morton on Friday.

On offense, Long threw for 214 yards and two touchdowns and rushed for two more scores. On special teams, he kicked a 35-yard field goal, four extra points and added a 50-yard punt. On defense, Long recorded a sack, an interception and four solo tackles.

Corey Saathoff

Corey is the editor of the Republic-Times. He has worked at the newspaper since 2004, and currently resides in Columbia. He is also the principal singer-songwriter and plays guitar in St. Louis area country-rock band The Trophy Mules.
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