Pleasantville’s Star Freshman Safety: Alchino Blakely

Alchino Blakely is a 2026 recruit who plays Safety at Pleasantville High School. Blakely is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2026 and is ranked among one of the top Safeties in the class as well. In addition, Blakely is listed among one of the top recruits in the state of New Jersey and is listed among one of the top Safeties in the state of New Jersey. He currently holds offers from Michigan, Pitt and West Virginia.

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

Lil Baby, Leaf Ward, Lil Bucks, YBC Dul and Lil Durk

What are the strengths of your game?

One of the biggest strengths of my game is my ability to make open field tackles.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

When I had a 60 yard punt return in 8th grade

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

The best players I’ve played with are Ahmaad Jones and Amar Coley.

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

Never let somebody tell you that you can’t do something, because anything is possible.

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

If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Georgia.

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

I fell in love with the game when I was 5 years old.

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

If I could meet one sports hero, it would be Marshawn Lynch.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment was when the Bulldogs beat Alabama.