The #1 Safety In Alabama: Travaris Banks

Travaris Banks is a 4 Star recruit who plays Safety at Hillcrest High School. Banks is ranked as the 151st best recruit in the class of 2024 and is ranked as a top 15 Safety in the class as well. In addition, Banks is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Alabama and is listed as the #1 Safety in the state of Alabama. He holds offers from schools such as Alabama, Notre Dame, and Oklahoma.

Who are some role models in your life?

My mom is one of my biggest role models in my life.

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

I like to listen to Lil Baby and NBA YoungBoy before games. Sometimes I’ll listen to George the motivational speaker.

What are the strengths of your game?

I’m big, fast, physical, and not afraid of contact.

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

I would tell them to control the controllable. Don’t worry about anyone else’s offers, work on your craft everyday.

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

If I could go anywhere in the world it would be Dubai, it’s definitely on my bucket list for travel.

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

I’ve loved football for as long as I can remember. I started playing at 4 years old, with 5 and 6 year olds.

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

I would like to meet Jalen Ramsey and just pick his brain, since we play the same position.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

As a fan, I love cheering on my little brother and watching him turn on that beast mode.