Austin Bolt

Borah Student-Athlete

An electric x-factor on both defense and offense, Austin Bolt has made his presence felt in the Treasure Valley. While attacking opposing defenses through the air at quarterback, Bolt also displays his elusiveness and breakneck speed on almost every play. The Borah quarterback also spends time in the secondary, picking off offenses left and right. His diverse skill set was recently noticed by Boise State, who gave Bolt an offer to don the Blue and Orange after graduation. 

Do you have a nickname? If so, how did you get it?

I get called "monkey arms" because I have long arms.

 What is your favorite sport to watch? Participate in?

I love to watch and play football. I love the physicality in the sport. 

Is it harder to be an athlete or a student?

It’s harder being a student, just because you have to go to practice and after that, you just want to lay down and sleep. But you’ve got to do homework or study. 

What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from playing high school sports?

I’ve learned to play as a team better and I’ve made life-time friends. 

Who is your favorite teacher?

My favorite teacher is actually my offensive coordinator (Kevin McCarthy). He’s a PE coach. 

What car do you drive?

I drive a black Ford Explorer truck. 

If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would it be?

If I could meet anyone I would meet the best singer: Johnny Cash.

What is the best advice you have ever received?

Never give up on anything and always finish what you start.

I want to thank my family and all my coaches. And I want to give a special thanks to Coach McCarthy for always being a good role model for me and also my AAU basketball coach Jeff Sanor for always pushing me and making me a better basketball player and, more importantly, a better person.