Turbo Baxter, out of Slaughter Community Charter (Slaughter, LA), is a true workaholic for the Knights. Last season, the class of ’26 running back had a breakout year for the Knights, racking up approximately 700 rushing yards along with 7 touchdowns on the season. He was a major contributor for the Knights in their playoff run last season. While speaking with Turbo, he gave me insight that Coach Clarkston plans to make the switch to also let Turbo get snaps as QB this season. This would add a true speed factor/dual threat option to the position that could be very beneficial for the Knights next season! Turbo also dominates the classroom, holding a 3.9 GPA while being a triple-sport athlete. He plays Baseball as a shortstop and pitcher, and also does steer wrestling. He recently won a state championship in steer wrestling!
When you look at the 6’0 160 IBS QB, I would say his best on the field attribute would revolve around his speed. Turbo has that second gear that comes just as turbos would, and it allows him to genuinely run by his opponents. At our camp, Turbo ran a speedy 4.5 40-yard dash, which was one of the fastest at the camp. While briefly speaking with Turbo, he expressed that he wanted to get even faster and stronger in preparations for next season. He also let me know that he currently benches 150 lbs, but plans to hit the gym hard this offseason to increase that max and his strength. I’m pumped to see what contributions Turbo Baxter could make in the QB room and how he can improve at RB next season! His ceiling is to the roof, and his
Check out my interview with Turbo Baxter Below!
“What do you think is the best aspect of your game?”
“Reading the field and being able to make high pressure decions while keeping a steady mind”
“What are you striving to improve before the season begins?”
“Mainly getting stronger and faster.”
“What NFL player could you relate your style to?”
“I like Josh Allen a lot”
“Can you tell me about your player development so far? Which coaches played the biggest role?”
“Coach Clarkston really helped me dial in on football due to being a multi sport athlete. This lead to more playing time and helping me stay positive when things wern’t going great as well.”
“What can we expect from you in the upcoming season?”
“I hope to pass for hopefully 1000 yards and maybe 10 rushing touchdowns as Running back”
“What can we expect from your team this season?”
“I think we are going to have a winnning season. We have a really good schedule, but I think it’s teams that we can beat.
“What got you into football?”
I started playing my 8th grade year. That was the first year that we had a middle school team and I fell in love with it every since.”
“Do you play any other sports? How do they help you with football?”
“Yessir, I rodeo and play Baseball. I pitch and play shortstop for baseball. I would say it keeps me in shape for the football season because we run a lot.”
“Tell me something some people may not know about you?”
“Many people don’t know that I rodeo and steer wrestle. I just recently won a state title for steer wrestling”
“After your High School football career, where or what can you see yourself doing?”
” Go to college and major in architecture hopefully at UL. While also playing either Baseball or Football.”
“Do you have any family or friends who play college or pro football?”
“My Grandpa played football for southeastern a while back”
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