Since he arrived at Mancos High School four years ago, Brandon Hood-Farley has played three varsity sports teams and endeared himself to local fans with a hard-nosed style of play and team-first attitude
Now, with his high school graduation less than three months away, the red-haired senior is lacing up his shoes for one more prep season as a member of the Mancos track team.
Primarily a jumper and a hurdler, Hood-Farley enjoyed success at the Cortez Invitational track meet on March 25, placing 6th in the triple jump (35 feet, ¼ inch) and 13th in the long jump (14 feet, 11 inches).
"I'm going to try to make state in whatever I can," said Hood-Farley, when asked about his goals for the season. "I'm not picky at this time."
Prior to pulling on his track shoes, Hood-Farley played a key role for the Bluejays basketball team, which advanced to the Regional finals in 2015. The four-year player averaged 7.4 points per game during his final season after scoring 6.7 points as a junior.
"I'll especially remember my teammates," Hood Farley said. I'll remember what an incredible journey (my high school career) was. I feel like (my senior year) was one of the best years that I had playing."
In addition to his accomplishments on the hardwood and track, Hood-Farley doubled as a defensive end and tight-end on the Mancos football team in each of the last four seasons.
One of the Bluejays top receiving threats, Hood-Farley caught two touchdowns as a sophomore, one touchdown as a junior and one touchdown during the first five games of his senior year.
I played a decent amount as a freshman and had a good time my junior year when we passed the ball more," Hood-Farley said. "It was a fun offense to play in. I enjoyed scoring touchdowns."
As for his plans after high school, Hood-Farley said that he is planning to attend the University of Northern Colorado and pursue a degree in athletic training.
"I just love being around sports, so I figure I might as well get into a career where I can just stay around it," said Farley, who has earned A's and B's in the classroom during his time at Mancos High School.