The #1 Defensive End In Arizona: Aiden Herring

Aiden Herring is a 3 Star recruit who plays Defensive End at Perry High School. Herring is ranked among one of the Top recruits in the nation and is ranked among one of the Top 90 Defensive Ends in the nation as well. In addition, Herring is listed as a Top 30 recruit in the state of Arizona and is listed as the #1 Defensive End in the state of Arizona. His top offers are, Army, Nevada, and Air Force.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

Growing up I was inspired by mainly JJ Watt and Rob Gronkowski.

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

Pregame there aren’t any specific songs, but I usually listen to A$AP Rocky and Future.

What is your offseason training like?

My offseason training consists constantly of the weight room, track workouts, and football workouts.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory of my career is getting our first team win our opening game last season after not winning a game the previous year.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I’ve ever played with is Chubba Purdy.

What was your reaction to getting your first offer?

 I was in straight awe and almost disbelief, but super excited that my dream came true.

What is your favorite food?

My favorite food is a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich.

When did you realize you were talented at football?

I realized I was talented at football probably freshman year, when I got told I was going to play Varsity football.

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

 If I got to meet one sports hero, I’d like to meet Jerry Rice.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment as a fan is watching my boys basketball team win the state championship this past year.