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Class of 2015 Kyle Phipps (Don Bosco, NJ) Discusses the Upcoming Season
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| Kyle Phipps played varsity last season for Linden High School (NJ) as a freshmen. Last month Phipps decided to continue his high school at national powerhouse Don Bosco. Phipps is looking to replace Don Bosco's running back tandem from last season. At 5-8 and 170 pounds, Phipps is a very shifty runner and has great vision. As a freshman, Phipps was able to average 81 yards rushing per game. At the NUC Five Star Combine in New Jersey, Phipps put on a show, winning the RB MVP and Fastest Player. Phipps ran a 4.6 forty at the event and dominated in the one-on-ones. |
| Steven Barsamian NUC: First question how are the offseason workouts going? Kyle Phipps: Offseason workouts are very intense, but I'm doing great. NUC: You recently transferred to Don Bosco, what was the reason for transferring? KP: I was originally supposed to be there for my frosh year, but I was going to have transportation problems. Now that those problems are not a factor anymore I just wanted to experience what it's like to play at a power house football school like Bosco. NUC: How has the transition been from Linden to Bosco? KP: Very difficult. In terms of the workouts, not being with my friends from my hometown, and just having to be more mature. I'm doing better now. NUC: How do you like your new teammates? And how have you been received by them? KP: I love my teammates. It's all about family. We all got each other's backs and I have been received by them as another trustworthy teammate. NUC: I know you only been there for a short time but what is it about Bosco that produces all these state championships? KP: It's all about the HARDWORK, DEDICATION, and just being FAMILY... NUC: What are your expectations for next season? KP: My expectation is to have a VERY successful year... Can't wait! NUC: You are replacing the tandem of Jabrill Peppers and Elijah Shumate at running back, how do you go about doing that? KP: It's a big role and I'm ready to step up to the challenge and prove everyone that I'm capable of taking care of the job! NUC: What are your individual goals for next year? KP: Becoming a top RB in the country! NUC: What are your strengths as an RB? KP: My strengths are seeing/hitting the holes hard and making defenders miss. NUC: What do you need improve on for this season? KP: The only thing I need to improve on is just staying consistent each & every play NUC: Ok Favorite Musician? KP: Tie between Jay-Z and Kanye West NUC: Favorite Pro team? KP: Baltimore Ravens NUC: So a Ray Rice fan? Favorite song on Watch the Throne? KP: Yes I am, and they are all my favorites (Laughs) NUC: I know you are only a sophomore but how has the recruiting process been going? KP: I only got a hand written letter from UCLA but other than that I'm looking forward to getting lots of attention from schools soon. NUC: Cool... have you attended any college camps this summer? KP: No, I haven't. NUC: How did you like the NUC five star combine? KP: Good, I received RB MVP and Fastest Man Award NUC: Did you have a favorite college team growing up? KP: Texas has been a favorite team of mine growing up! NUC: With Ruhann Peele and Bosco having a string of kids going to Rutgers, what's your interest in a home state school? KP: I actually like Rutgers, so I would be interested! NUC: Alright last question...what game are you looking forward to this year and how excited are you for the season to start? KP: The game I'm looking for this year is our 1st game against Gilman. When I do well, I can build my spark from there |
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