D.I.T.R.: Jarien Brown

Jarien Brown is a 5’11” 170lbs WR who plays for Zachary High School. Jarien is a speedster who has been covered on Channel 9 before, with the link to the video underneath here.

He is also a winner of the Fastest Man Challenge at the VTO All-American camp. His speed is shown right below.

He is a great individual who I had the privilege to do a Q&A with right below!

When do you start playing football?

I started playing at 8 years old, and I played for Scotlandville Seahawks

What is your favorite thing about playing football?

How competitive the game is, and how much work you have to put in it

What have you learned the most from one of your coaches?

To never quit and to keep going no matter what

What is your favorite football memory?

Scoring my first touchdown for the Seahawks. A one handed catch in the endzone

What sports do you play outside of football?

I just run track 

Who is the player you idolize your game after?

Ja’Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson

What is your favorite NFL team?

Cincinnati Bengals

Who do you consider to be your role model?

My father

How do you balance school and football?

I manage my time well, and do my schoolwork first so I can go compete in athletics

How do you prepare for a game?

I stay quiet, listen to music, and lock in

Who is your favorite musical artist?

Drake

What is your favorite pre/post-game meal?

Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans and mac & cheese

What is the best aspect of your game?

My speed

What separates you from others?

What I can do in the open field, and being hard to tackle

What is your definition of being a good teammate?

Supporting the whole team, and bringing up a teammate when you’re down.