Diamond in the Rough: Shiloh Childs

Shiloh Childs is a 5’11 165lbs four-star junior wide receiver from West Jefferson High School in Harvey, Louisiana who is known for his amazing speed and agility. Childs is the 6^th ranked wide receiver in Louisiana. Childs was rated a 10/10 in speed, 10/10 in agility, and 10/10 in hands.

When did you start playing football and when did you start to love playing football?

I started playing football when I was 12 years olds and I started to love playing football when I was 14 years old. I was playing ball at the Martin Luther King playground.

What are some life lessons you have learned from playing football?

I have learned to respect other even when others don’t respect me and I have learned about teamwork.

What kind of football player are you?

I am a hard worker and I am determined. The reason why is because I believe I can do anything with myself and with other people.

What is the best game you have ever played in so far?

The best game I have ever played in so far was against Pineville when I caught a lot of passes and made plays for my team when they needed me too.

Do you have any hobbies outside of football?

I play basketball and I run track for the school. I run the 4×200, 4×100, 4×400, and the high jump.

What made you decide to be a wide receiver?

At first I though I would just be playing basketball because I loved basketball at the time. But because of my skillset and lack of other positions that were available my father told me that I could be a wide receiver.

What is your greatest strength on the football field?

My hands are my greatest strength.

What is a part of your game that you are trying to improve?

I only part of my game that I am trying to improve is my footwork because I feel like I could run my routes faster.

What are your goals for your senior year?

I am trying to get noticed by showing people what I can do so that I could go to college.