Millbrook High School 17-year-old senior
Sport: Football. Positions: Tight end, outside linebacker
Parents: Richard and Jessica White
Hometown: Winchester
What do you love about football?: The bond we form as a team. I think we have something special this year. Every player on this team is our family, and we all want the best for each other, on and off the field.
Most memorable moment in football: Every time I get to step on the field with my team is another memory waiting to happen. I thank God every chance I get to be on the field with my teammates. I understand not a lot of people have the opportunity to do this. I know it’s something we’ll all remember for the rest of our lives.
Most embarrassing moment in football: Losing games that we know we’re capable of winning. There’s been plenty of games in general we’ve had we were capable of winning, but we came up short.
Most difficult moment in football: Losing. Every loss is difficult, but it’s bouncing back that makes you stronger.
Three people you can have dinner with, dead or alive: My granddad Tom; he passed away a couple of years ago. I’d love to have one other chance to talk to him. Johnny Cash; me and my mom always listen to old country music together. That one’s for her. And Bob Marley; I like not only his music, but I also like his ability to impact the world from it. I think it would be interesting to pick his brain.
Biggest athletic influence: My dad. I know he has and will always stand behind me for my highs and my lows. I appreciate all he has done to help me get to where I am today.
Favorite teacher: Mrs. [Sara] Gardner. She was my gifted and talented teacher when I was in elementary school at both Redbud [Run] and Greenwood [Mill]. I had a lot of fun learning from her. She gave me some teaching experience. She was always there for me, and I enjoyed the time I spent learning from her and challenging myself.
Favorite athlete: [Former Washington football player] Sean Taylor. He’s the reason why I wear No. 21. Before every game, I watch a documentary on him. I think he’s the definition of how football should be played.
Favorite team: Washington Commanders
Favorite movie: “Holes”
Favorite TV show: “From”
Favorite song: “2 Sides to the Story” by Ro$ama
Favorite food: Chipotle. I just like the bowls there.
Worst thing you’ve ever eaten: Canned tuna
Plans after high school: I would love to continue football if given the opportunity. But regardless, I think my path is music business, so I’d like to get a degree in that. I really like the marketing side of music, and I really think that I can excel in it if I apply myself. I make music. I recently started making Christian rap.
— Compiled by Robert Niedzwiecki
