Saint Joseph's College of Maine

Why Saint Joseph’s? I chose Saint Joseph’s College because Coach Burleson was extremely welcoming. The available resources and the coaches’ belief in my abilities made me feel that Saint Joseph’s would prepare me for future success as a student-athlete.

High School: Competed in basketball for two years, indoor track for two years, outdoor track for three years, and cross country for one year at Dumont High School…participated in the 400-meter, 800-meter, 5K, and javelin events…earned Big North Conference Honorable Mention recognition in outdoor track in 2026…competed at three outdoor sectional meets, two indoor sectional meets, two outdoor county meets, and two indoor county meets…earned Honor Roll recognition…completed more than 80 internship hours with Ivy Rehab.

Personal: Alberth Jesus Avila-Valdez, son of Delia and Albertino Avila…brother of Delia Avila.