Spruce Creek’s Star Defensive Tackle: Freddie Wilson

Freddie Wilson is a 3 Star recruit who plays Defensive Tackle at Spruce Creek High School. Wilson is ranked as the 516th best recruit in the nation and is ranked as a top 60 Defensive Tackle in the nation as well. In addition, Wilson is listed as a top 80 recruit in the state of Florida and is listed as a top 10 Defensive Tackle in the state of Florida. His top 3 schools are Miami, Minnesota and Georgia Tech.

Who are some role models in your life?
My father is my biggest role model. He’s taught me what it means to work hard and stay focused.

What artists do you listen to pregame to get hyped up?
Kodak Black is my go-to. His music always gets me in the zone.

What are the strengths of your game?
My quickness and aggression. I like to play fast, physical, and with a chip on my shoulder.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
Earning my first offer. That moment made everything feel real and showed me that my hard work was paying off.

Who is the best player you’ve ever played with or against?
LJ McCray—no question. He’s the best I’ve been on the field with.

What advice would you give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Stay patient and keep grinding. Your time will come if you stay locked in and outwork the competition.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Jamaica. I’d love to experience the culture and just relax.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I fell in love with football at 15—when I realized it could become something much bigger than just a game.

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