Ronde Worrels: One Of Illinois’s Best Linebackers

Ronde Worrels is a 2 Star recruit who plays Inside Linebacker at Princeton High School. Worrels is ranked as a Top 100 Inside Linebacker in the nation and is a Top 65 recruit in the state of Illinois. In addition, Worrels is a Top 5 Linebacker in the state of Illinois. He is committed to play at Northern Illinois next fall.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

Devin Hester and Ray Lewis

What high school is your biggest rival?

Sterling Newman

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

Dreams and nightmares, 90Mh, who want the smoke.

What is your offseason training like?

I train with a personal trainer 4 days a week.

What is your favorite memory of your high school career?

Favorite memory is playing Byron high school in the quarterfinals.

What parts of your high school game, do you hope to transition to the college level?

Definitely Just being a dynamic player, and being very physical..

What made NIU stand out from other schools?

 NIU stood out because of their academics and the competition in Mac, also being close to home.

What do you want to accomplish on and off the field during your time at NIU?

I want to be able to finish my masters in business management, and help win consecutive conference championships.

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

Ray Lewis

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Illinois upsetting Wisconsin last year.