One Of The Top 5 Offensive Guards In Florida: Xavier Castillo

Xavier Castillo is a 3 Star recruit who plays Offensive Guard at Osceola High School. Castillo is ranked as a Top 40 Offensive Guard in the nation and is the #103rd best recruit in the state of Florida. In addition, Castillo is listed as the #5 Offensive Guard in the state of Florida. Xavier Castillo is committed to play at Vanderbilt next fall.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

Growing up I played basketball, football, and baseball and when I was younger I looked up a lot to people like Bo Jackson and Deion Sanders who played multiple sports at the highest level.

What high school is your biggest rival?

Our biggest rival right now is the team we just beat this Friday, St. Cloud High.

What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

 Honestly I don’t really listen to anything pregame. I usually just sit down somewhere quiet, say a quick prayer, and just go over some plays in my head or quietly meditate.

What is your offseason training like?

This upcoming off-season training is going to be a lot different from others given that I’m going to Vandy in January. Before then though I’m going to be in the weight room, on the field, and on the track to get myself in shape for the next level.

What is your favorite memory of your high school career?

My favorite memory will be when I finally get that state ring I’ve been chasing for 4.

What parts of your high school game, do you hope to transition to the college level?

My greatest strength right now is my run blocking ability and I wish to Cary that over to college and develop all other skills of the trade.

What made Vanderbilt stand out from other schools?

 It’s one of the few schools in the country where I can get both high level football in the SEC and high level education in the classroom.

What do you want to accomplish on and off the field during your time at Vanderbilt?

First and foremost I wish to get my degree. After that though, I want to be able to develop and perfect my skills as an offensive lineman so I can hopefully get a chance at the NFL.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

I would love to sit down and have a conversation with Lebron James about how he manages to do great things in basketball and how he does it outside of basketball.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

I am a Pats fan, so my favorite sports moment is when they came back from a 28-3 deficit in the second half of the Super Bowl.