The #1 Running Back In Nevada: Micah Kaapana

Micah Kaapana is a 3 Star recruit who plays Running Back at Bishop Gorman High School. Kaapana is ranked among the top 650 recruits in the class of 2024 and is ranked as a top 55 Running Back in the class as well. In addition, Kaapana is listed as the #3 recruit in the state of Nevada and is listed as the #1 Running Back in the state of Nevada. He holds offers from schools such as Utah, Oklahoma State, and Arizona State.

Who are some role models in your life?

My role models would have to be my parents and my siblings. You know being the youngest I had nothing to do but look up to them and they are a huge impact on who I am today.

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

Earlier in the day l’ll probably listen to some Rod Wave, but when its right before the game I gotta put on that YoungBoy.

What are the strengths of your game?

I feel like my strengths would have to be speed and versatility.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Probably going back to my hometown with my team to play a game and just spending time with family back home.

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

One of the best players I played against would be Ashtin Kekahuna-Lopes. Just him having the versatility to play multiple positions and make plays.

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

One thing that I would tell them is to know when to really lock in. I say this because you can do whatever you want outside of the field but once you step on that field and you know what you’re playing for, who you’re playing for, and what you really want in game, you gotta be able to lock in and just ball out.

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

I’ve always wanted to go to Brazil.

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

I’ve always been attached to football for as long as I can remember. It’s always been around.

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

If I could meet one, it’ll have to be Ray Lewis. Just based on the fact that I would watch him all the time.