Melissa’s Star Junior: Owen Hollenbeck

Owen Hollenbeck is a 3 Star recruit who plays Interior Offensive Line at Melissa High School. Hollenbeck is ranked among the top 600 recruits in the class of 2025 and is ranked as a top 50 Interior Offensive Lineman in the class as well. In addition, Hollenbeck is listed as a top 90 recruit in the state of Texas and is listed as a top 10 Interior Offensive Lineman in the state of Texas. He is committed to play at Oklahoma.

Who are some role models in your life?

One of my role models in terms of football is JJ Watt.

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

I listen to AC/DC and Metallica.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

One of my favorite memories is competing in the offseason with my offensive line.

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

One of the best players I’ve played with is Landon Rink.

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

Just trust the process.

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

If I could travel anywhere, I’d go to California.

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

I was 9 years old when I fell in love with the game.

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

If I could meet one sports hero, it would be JJ Watt.