Brayden O’Brien is a name that will forever be remembered for times to come at WHB HS, not because of his contribution to the success of a sport team or of his ability to run a 4-minute mile, but rather for being an all-around good-hearted person with qualities that make him so likeable to whoever he meets.
Brayden is a senior this year at WHB and is approaching an end to his high school year and starting to embrace his future at High Point University in North Carolina. Brayden lives in Westhampton and has a sister who is in the 8th grade. Senior Matt Lieberman spoke about Brayden saying, “ He is one of those people that can brighten up your day and you can just have fun with. He’s very easy going and up for anything.” He definitely gave off a very likeable demeanor when I first met him last October; we instantly became friends and had a lot in common.
Speaking to Brayden, he is very modest in how he feels about himself and what he has done as an individual. “ My high school career has been great and it has really inspired me to be a teacher myself. I am ready to start a new beginning for myself next fall at High Point.” Brayden is similar to many seniors because of his urge to take the next chapter in his life, but he is saddened because of what he is leaving behind.
During his free time, Brayden enjoys doing many things like a typical high school student does as well. “ I love to listen to music, workout and read or watch TV. In the summer, I love to go to he beach, hang out with friends and work at my job. I work at Margarita Grille in WHB town and it is loads of fun intertwined with stress and chaos!” Brayden demonstrates that life has so much to offer and living a life in route to success, while still having fun is important for a teen to grow into the man that he hopes to someday become.
When speaking to Brayden about his “ circle of friends” he stated that,“Mike Frangeskos, John Frangeskos, Matt Kantor, Matt Lieberman, Laz Regiero, Luke Dyer, Ryan Osbourne, Thomas Peyton” are his closest. Quite a large circle don’t you think? Although, it’s not surprising because of his friendly and caring demeanor, which makes him so fun to be around.
`Brayden O’Brien, will always be an individual that expresses himself in a positive way. Brayden will succeed in life because he is the type of person to persevere through obstacles and make something good out of every situation. As a friend Brayden is more than just someone you can hang out with and talk to, rather he is loyal, trustworthy and an admirable individual.
If you don’t know Brayden, make an effort to become his friend. You will probably see him in the hallways or at extra help studying hard for an upcoming test. Brayden is currently single so keep that in mind when speaking to him!