Copper Basin quarterback Bryson Grabowksi will officially further his academic and athletic career at Western Carolina University (WCU) following his letter of intent signing Wednesday, February 3, at Copper Basin High School.
Grabowski had a break-out season his junior year, collecting 2,202 total pass yards and 19 touchdowns. Grabowski played a key part in the Cougars 7-2 record this year, as he had 811 passing yards and 10 touchdowns through five games.
Grabowksi suffered a season-ending injury, however, and was not able to finish out the season.
Grabowksi will join the WCU Catamounts and look to revive their offense.
Copper Basin Cougar Head Coach and father of Bryson, Chad Grabowksi, said, “I want to thank everyone for their support and hard work. Thanks for always pushing Bryson, for his teammates, coaches, friends and family for always being there for him, especially the last three years being here at Copper Basin.
“You all have become a huge family for us and for him, so thank you guys and we appreciate everything you guys have done here. It is an exciting day, it shows that you can go from a smaller school to a bigger school.”
Bryson Grabowski expressed his appreciation to those around him, stating, “Thank you to my teammates for always pushing me and sticking by my side. Thank you Coach (Jeremy) Locke for being a great offensive coordinator and helping me earn this opportunity. Thank you to my quarterback coach, Logan Revell, for helping me be a better player in the dog days of the offseason.This shows that people in this area can go play division one football at a national level. Thank you to the Western Carolina staff for giving me the opportunity to come play there.
“It is an exciting opportunity and I am going to work my butt off and get that starting spot.”
Grabowski is set to join the Catamounts in the fall.