Hamilton’s Star Junior Interior Lineman: Reece Mallinger

Reece Mallinger is a 3 Star recruit who plays Interior Offensive Line at Hamilton High School. Mallinger is ranked as the 565th best recruit in the class of 2027 and is ranked as a top 40 Interior Offensive Lineman in the class as well. In addition, Mallinger is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Wisconsin and is listed as the #3 Interior Offensive Lineman in the state of Wisconsin. He currently holds offers from Minnesota and Northwestern.

Who are some role models in your life?
My mom and uncle are my biggest role models. They help me through my ups and downs 24/7.

What artists do you listen to pregame to get hyped up?
I like country artists to get me hyped—Zach Bryan, Bailey Zimmerman, and others.

What are the strengths of your game?
I think my strengths are my length and my ability to move quickly.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My first offer—definitely the best and most exciting moment of my career.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or against in your career?
The best player I’ve played against was Isaac Miller during my freshman year. It was great competition.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Keep reaching out. Coaches will eventually see you, but you have to be the one to initiate contact.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I would travel to Canada because I’m a big fisherman, and the lakes there are stacked with fish.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I was a freshman when I fell in love with the game. I played volleyball before football, but once I switched, I’ve loved it ever since.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
I would love to meet Tom Brady. He’s very inspirational and could teach me a lot about the game I love.

What is your favorite sports moment as a fan?
My favorite sports moment as a fan would be watching Aaron Rodgers dominate the NFL while he was with the Packers.