May 8, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

Senior Spotlight…. Brayden Grimsey

Every week we ask an SJO senior five questions. This week we spoke to Brayden Grimsey.

This post is sponsored by Hoveln Heating and Cooling.

Where do you want to go to college and what do you want to major in?
I want to attend a four year college to study exercise science.

What is your favorite thing about SJO?
My favorite thing about SJO is athletics and small town community.

Who is your inspiration?
Chris Stevens is my inspiration because he gave me a soccer opportunity at a young age.

Where do you want to be in 10 years?
Working in the athletic field possibly coaching soccer and maybe married.

What is your favorite class and why?
My favorite class is science because it’s always interesting and we learn new things.

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