Big Walnut’s Star Athlete: Garrett Stover

Garrett Stover is a 4 Star recruit who is an Athlete at Big Walnut High School. Stover is ranked as the 231st best recruit in the class of 2024 and is ranked as a top 30 Athlete in the class as well. In addition, Stover is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Ohio and is listed as the #2 Athlete in the state of Ohio. According to 247 Sports, his top offers are Ohio State, Notre Dame, and Michigan State.

Who are some role models in your life? 

My older cousin Cade who plays for the buckeyes, my parents and, grandpa.

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

Lil Baby, Key Glock, NBA YoungBoy, and AC/DC 

What are the strengths of your game? 

Running to the ball, speed, physically, I’m the hardest worker on the field, and can cover and tackle 

What is your favorite memory of your career? 

Beating Westerville South, a team that we haven’t beaten in a long time. The stands were packed and it was a great game.

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

Will Smith Jr, Kaden Saunders, Nate Severs, Nicky Pentello, Jake Nier, and Ethan Clawson

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

Keep your head down and just work and go 100% every single play and everything else will take care of itself. High school football goes fast so take advantage of it and cherish every single moment.

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

Hawaii 

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

6 years old

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

Michael Jordan for sure

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan? 

Watching the Buckeyes and seeing them win