North Oconee’s Star Junior: Khamari Brooks

Khamari Brooks is a 4 Star recruit who plays Defensive End at North Oconee High School. Brooks is ranked as the 118th best recruit in the class of 2026 and is ranked as a top 15 Defensive End in the class as well. In addition, Brooks is listed as a top 20 recruit in the state of Georgia and is listed as the #4 Defensive End in the state of Georgia. His top 3 schools are Alabama, Georgia and Clemson.

Who are some role models in your life?

My mom, brother and grandma

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

Lil Baby, 30clipken and Hunxho

What are the strengths of your game?

My physicality and my mindset.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Winning the state championship this year with the football team and basketball team.

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

Khalil Barnes and Landon Roldan

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

Just be patient and keep working.

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

The beach

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

14 years old.

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

Kobe Bryant

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Watching my brother and his team make it to the Final Four.