D’Tavion Wright is an explosive running back for the Lincoln Prep Panthers. Wright is a standout running back for the Panthers, a runner who is able to use his vision and explosiveness to break out for huge gains of yards. Wright has been a 2 year starter for the Panthers, and has used every moment on the field to showcase his skills and talent. Wright is a player college coaches should be keeping an eye out for, just last week Wright exploded for a 3 touchdown game. On that night Wright carried the ball for 154 yards along with his 3 touchdowns. Wright is a two sport athlete for the Panthers, he also shares a love for the game of baseball along side his love for Football. Look for Wright to have more explosive games, as they take on Glenbrook this Friday in a district game for the two teams.
Check out my interview with D’Tavion below:
What created your love for the game?
“Growing up my family took football serious. I played my whole life, so when I realized I was good at it I started to take it serious.”
What is your dream college to play at?
“My dream college to play at is LSU.”
What would you say your biggest strengths on the field are?
“My biggest strength is my explosiveness and also my vision, allowing me to react quick.”
Which NFL player do you relate your style of play too?
“I’ll relate myself to Breece Hall.”
What have been your biggest improvements in the last couple of years?
“My biggest improvement from last year is my speed and maintaining performance throughout the game.”
How has the recruiting process been for you as a player?
It hasn’t been good I’ve been getting looked at but I think I’ll have to work a little harder to get those offers.”
What are some self goals you have as a player?
“A self goal I have is mental toughness and maintaining my game performance.”
How has your coaches helped you become a better player?
“Getting on me every day to be better and telling me not to be lazy, you know just pushing me to be better.”
How is life as a student-athlete, are there any challenges, how are you able to manage both?
“No there aren’t any challenges really, I get my work done during school then after that it;s time to get that work in on the field.”
