After five years of consistent training, Kevin Good is given an opportunity to play varsity football
Preparing for the start of the game on Oct. 6, varsity players raise their helmets in honor of the National Anthem. Photo by Blake Wong.
Being offered a position on the varsity football team as a lineman, Kevin Good partakes a more advanced role than he would from the JV team.
Q: How does it feel to be the youngest player at 15 on the varsity football team?
A: It is an honor to be given the opportunity to play on the varsity team. I don’t really think about being younger than the other players. Everyone is really nice and supportive. I am just another guy on the team.
Q: What goes through your head when you’re on the field?
A: I just focus on my job on the field. I think about the play being called and what role I play to make sure each play is a success.
Q: Even though there is an age gap, do you still feel a bond between you and your team?
A: The group of linemen are really close. I have learned so much from all of the upperclassmen on the team and feel very fortunate to have played with them this year.
Q: Are there any traditions or bonding that you do with your team?
A: Every Tuesday night after practice, the linemen group go for dinner at Buffalo Wild Wings. It is a great time to do something other than practice, and we really enjoy getting to spend time off of the field.
Q: For this season, do you see the team achieving success and going to playoffs?
A: I am excited about the opportunity for Whitney’s football program to reach the playoffs and achieve success. We are really starting to peak, and I am really optimistic about our chances in these last two games and hopefully moving forward into the playoffs.
Q: How has football affected you as an individual?
A: I love playing football. I think football teaches me discipline and commitment which I can apply to all areas of my life including school and family.
Q: How do you think being on varsity now will aid you in your football career?
A: I think it has been a great opportunity to play varsity this year. What I have learned this year will help me be better prepared for the next two seasons. The pace and intensity is so much different, and I have learned so much over this season.
Q: Do you see the varsity team improving as you become older?
A: I think Whitney has a great football program. The other levels have had a lot of success this year and I believe this will translate into much success for our future.
