One Of The Top 2023 Quarterbacks In New Jersey: Marco Lainez III

Marco Lainez is a 3 Star recruit who plays Quarterback at The Hun School. Lainez is ranked among one of the best quarterbacks in the class of 2023 and is ranked as the #2 quarterbacks in the state of New Jersey. He currently holds offers from UMASS, Princeton, and UPENN.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

Growing up I was inspired by Russel Wilsons story and him being overlooked because of his physical size and attributes, but his style of play and mental sharpness has allowed him to have a sustained and very successful career, despite all of the critics which is inspiring, showing me I can create and any future I want when I believe in myself.

What high school is your biggest rival?

The rival definitely is Peddie, even though I’m new to the rivalry. There have been some great games that have gone down to the rivalry and I’m excited to be a part of it in the future.

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

I switch it up a lot, mostly rap songs from Eminem to Lil Baby. Sometimes I like to go old school and listen to some Bigge and 2Pac.

What is your offseason training like?

I train with my quarterback coach Tony Racioppi. He is truly a wiz when it comes to understanding football from a mental aspect and he irons out any issues I have with my technique or skills that need improvement. On my own I rep the fundamentals he teaches me because at my position, mastery of the fundamentals are essential to success. I also work on speed consistently. Strength wise I work with my schools strength and conditioning coach. Coach Akauola at Hun. He develops my strength I need for the position for me to sustain hits and still compete at an optimal level.

What is your favorite memory of your high school career, so far?

My favorite memory has to be beating Paramus Catholic this past season. It was the first time Hun played a big north school. I wanted to win it for my coach, coach smith. Because he gave his all to set up the season for us during Covid and I can’t thank him enough.

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

There is a ton of players that I’ve loved playing with. Mason Shipp, Owen Anderson and Lucas Kopecky, all were guys I could count on to make a play when we needed it. But my offensive lines throughout my career are the reason I have achieved the success I’ve had. They protect me and allow me to do what I do best. The best player I’ve played against was chad martini. A Quarterback who always scores when he is in. You need to keep scoring when your in on offense otherwise it will be a blow out. He knows how to move the ball down the field and score.

What do you look for in choosing a college?

I look for a school with a healthy balance of athletics and academics and an environment where I can thrive and go after what I want at that university with people in my corner.

When did you start looking at colleges, and when did colleges start looking at you?

 Colleges started taking note of me after my freshman year at Montgomery, nothing special, just a few interests until this past year at hun where I’ve received offers from Princeton, UMASS, and Penn.

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

I already met my sports hero. My dad, he played the game that I play and he was very successful in it. He gives me tremendous advice on how to excel within the sport mentally. He’s also a great man. Perfect example of a role model for any one growing up and that needs someone to teach them. Same with my mother, My parents are truly one of a kind.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sport moment as a fan was the Giants beating the Patriots in Super Bowl 46. And the worst was the Eagles beating the Giants in the Miracle In The Meadowlands. With Desean Jackson.