The #3 Junior Edge Rusher In Maryland: Dominic Nichols

Dominic Nichols is a 4 Star recruit who plays Defensive End at Oakdale High School. Nichols is ranked as the 276th best recruit in the class of 2024 and is ranked as a top 25 Defensive End in the class as well. In addition, Nichols is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Maryland and is listed as the #3 Defensive End in the state of Maryland. His top offers are Penn State, Michigan State, and Ole Miss.

Who are some role models in your life?

My role models are my mom and older brothers. 

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

I usually listen to Lil Baby, YoungBoy, and Nardo Wick. 

What are the strengths of your game?

My strengths of my game are my speed and my strength.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Overtime with our rival school

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

The best players I’ve played with are Evan Austin, Hunter Thompson, Josh Crummit, and Chase Haught. 

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Some advice I would give is to never listen to people who tell you that you can’t do something. 

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

If I could go anywhere, I would probably go to OBX. 

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I fell in love with the game when I was 7. 

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

I would want to meet Kam Chancellor

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment is 2016 Penn State V Ohio State when Penn State blocked a kick and returned it for a touchdown.