Duke’s Next Stud Safety: Maliki Wright

Maliki Wright is a 3 Star recruit who plays Safety at Dr Phillips High School. Wright is ranked as the 992nd best recruit in the nation and is ranked as a top 90 Safety in the nation as well. In addition, Wright is listed among one of the top recruits in the state of Florida and is listed among one of the top Safeties in the state of Florida. He is committed to play at Duke.

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

Jdot and Kodak

What are the strengths of your game?

Man coverage

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite moment has to be my first snap of varsity when I caught a pick six.

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

The best player I’ve played with is Alfred Thomas. The best players I’ve played against are Vernell Brown and Larry Miles.

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

Be patient and grind.

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

Haiti, because I’m Haitian.

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

When I attended an FSU game in 2nd grade.

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

Derwin James

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Meeting LeBron James.