Thompson Announces Appointment of Eric Clark to the U.S. Naval Academy

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson today announced that Mr. Eric Clark of Bellefonte, Pa. has accepted a fully-qualified appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Md.

Clark is a senior at Bald Eagle Area High School, and he is the son of Amy and Benjamin Clark. He is the grandson of Uleta and Eric Clark of Warriors Mark, Pa. and Ann and William Welsh of Rixford, Pa.

“Eric excels academically, on the football field, and he is a leader in his community,” Rep. Thompson said. “I know that his hard work as a student will serve him well as he starts his military career with the United States Naval Academy. I wish him the best of luck as a midshipman in Annapolis.”

Clark is currently serving as his Senior Class President and a member of the National Honor Society. He is a varsity athlete in two sports, serves as captain of the varsity football and wrestling team, and a member of Keystone Boys State.

 

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