One Of The Top 5 Cornerbacks In Florida: Nikai Martinez

Nikai Martinez is a 4 Star recruit who plays Cornerback at Apopka High School. Martinez is ranked as the 207th best recruit in the nation and is ranked as a Top 25 Cornerback in the nation as well. In addition, Martinez is listed as a Top 25 recruit in the state of Florida and is listed as the #5 Cornerback in the state of Florida. His top offers are, Clemson, Georgia, and Florida.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

Growing up I would probably say Desean Jackson and Darrelle Revis inspired me the most.

What high school is your biggest rival?

Wekiva is the most hyped up one, but I would say West Orange, Jones, and DP.

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

Any song by NBA Youngboy, Lud Foe, and Glokknine

What is your offseason training like?

5 am weight lifting Monday-Friday, speed training Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, position work, Tuesdays and most likely 7 v 7 tournaments on the weekends.

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

Favorite memory I would say is my freshman year. I was a freshman starting on varsity 1st round of the playoffs and I caught the game winning interception in the end zone and it was my first high school interception.

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

Played with-Travion Barnes, Jalen Carter, Jaquon Lowman, Played against-JaCorey Brooks, Terrance Gibbs, Demarcus Bowman

What is your favorite food?

Macaroni

When did you realize you were talented at football?

Probably my first year of tackle football, I was only 5 so I was playing with older boys and I had a crazy touchdown, broke like 5 tackles, and when I was in the end zone I realized nobody could stop me.

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

Jalen Ramsey or Xavien Howard

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Watching DeVonta Smith win the Heisman award