Kentrell Knox is a 6’0″, 167 pound Cornerback / Safety from Madison Preparatory Academy in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, which is a LHSAA Class 3A school. Kentrell is a rising senior and in the class of 2024. He is joined by teammates Brandon Blunt, Jeremiah Cotton and Bernard Kirk, Madison Prep players we’ve featured as D.I.T.R. players.
I had the chance to interview Kentrell about his football career so far and here’s what he had to say:
Why and at what age did you start playing football?
“I started playing football at the age of 6. My brother, Kenyon Andrews, encouraged me start playing for the LA Vikings. Football runs deep in my family.”
Have you always played defensive back, or did you play a different position growing up?
“I started playing cornerback when I was in middle school. Growing up, I played Defensive End for the LA Vikings because I had a lot of energy. My nickname was Krazyman.”
What sets you apart from everyone else on the field?
“I’m different from everyone else because I play with a sense of urgency. I play free. Football is my world away from the world; my key to the shackles of the world. I say all of this because it’s my escape and I won’t let anyone take that away from me, so I always play with my all.”
What is your favorite accomplishment so far in your football career?
“My biggest accomplishment was making my Mom proud by dressing out on Friday nights and just balling out for my friends and family. Now I’m hoping that me and my teammates win the 3A state championship our senior year.”
What is your favorite memory playing football so far?
“My favorite memory from football is when we were playing against Woodlawn and the whole city was out. We were in the locker room, hyped and ready to play, but sadly, the game was rained out.”
How do you balance athletics and academics?
“School always comes first no matter what situation, but if you’re a baller, you know that. I have been good about keeping up with my grades and making plays on the field.”
What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced on the field?
“My biggest challenge on the field was when I fractured my leg in the 9th grade. I was scared because I thought I’ll never get to play football again.”
Is there a certain player you try to model your game after?
“I try to model my play style to Jalen Ramsey because he’s a hard hitter. I also love Trevon Diggs because he’s a true ballhawk. I look up to them very much and try to play like them and hope to learn things from them in the future.”
How do you stay physically fit outside of football?
“I stay physically fit outside football by playing basketball. That’s my seocnd sport but I don’t play for the school basketball team, I just love playing it for fun and to stay in shape for the football season.”
What are you hoping to achieve in this upcoming season?
“I’m hoping to achieve the 3A state championship and also become an all-state player. But in order to get that, I have to stay on the right track and just follow the path God set for me.”
What is your end goal for your football career?
“My end goal for football is to put my Mom and Dad in a beautiful house and to have a business set up for retirement so I don’t have to worry about going all the way back from where I started.”
What is the most important lesson you’ve learned playing football?
“The most important lesson I’ve learned in football is never to get too greedy. Never settle for less in life. Get up and make a name for yourself every time you step out of the house.”
How do you prepare for big games?
“NBA Youngboy pumps me up for big games. When I listen to his music it feels like I can run threw a whole brick wall. His music makes me forget about the big opponent we are getting ready to play.”
Lastly, who is the biggest role model in your life?
“My biggest role model in life is my big brother. He is a humbled D1 athlete that attends Tennessee State University and also has a 4.0 GPA. He helps me keep my head on straight and on the right track. I know that can be me one day so I just never rush it and just let it come to me.
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