The Top Defensive End In South Carolina: Julian Walker
Julian Walker is a 4 Star recruit who plays Defensive End at Dutch Fork High School. Walker is ranked as the 197th best recruit in the nation and is ranked as a top 20 Defensive End in the nation as well. In addition, Walker is listed as the #4 recruit in the state of South Carolina and is listed as the #1 Defensive End in the state of South Carolina. He holds offers from schools such as Michigan, USC and Auburn.
Who are some role models in your life?
My biggest role model is my dad. He’s always teaching me—whether it’s about life or football, I’m constantly learning from him.
What artists do you listen to pregame to get you hyped up?
I usually start off with Afrobeats to stay chill—I don’t like to get too hyped too early. As game time gets closer, I switch it up with NBA YoungBoy, 42 Dugg, and Bossman Dlow to lock in.
What are the strengths of your game?
I play the run well and can collapse the pocket with my pass rush. For someone who’s 6’6″, 255, I’m very athletic, and I use that to my advantage on every down.
What is your favorite memory of your career?
Getting two sacks to seal Dutch Fork’s state championship during my junior year. That moment was huge for me and for the team.
Who is the best player you’ve ever played with or against?
The best player I’ve gone against is Miami WR Ny Carr. The best I’ve played with is my teammate Josh Smith—he’s now at South Carolina and an absolute beast.
What advice would you give an aspiring D1 athlete?
Don’t get caught up in rankings. If you show up, work hard every day, and ball out when the lights are on, someone will find you.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Greece. That’s been on my list for a long time—something about the history and scenery just pulls me in.
How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I fell in love with football in 5th grade. It was my second year playing for David Pollack in North Oconee, Georgia. I lost some weight, started flying around at outside linebacker, and I’ve been addicted to it ever since.
If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
Honestly, I’ve been blessed to already meet a lot of my heroes. I’ve been around J.J. Watt, T.J. Watt, Travon Walker, and Nolan Smith. Some of them are like uncles now and give me real advice, which means the world to me.
What’s your favorite sports moment as a fan?
When Georgia beat Oklahoma in the Rose Bowl. My dad was working at UGA at the time, and that game was just unforgettable.
