The #2 Junior Tight End In Florida: Trae Proctor

Trae Proctor is a 3 Star recruit who plays Tight End at Miami Southridge High School. Proctor is ranked as the 510th best recruit in the class of 2027 and is ranked as a top 30 Tight End in the class as well. In addition, Proctor is listed as a top 60 recruit in the state of Florida and is listed as the #2 Tight End in the state of Florida. He holds offers from schools such as Florida, Florida State and Auburn.

Who are some role models in your life?
My brother. He’s very hardworking, a true family man, and always puts others before himself.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
I love listening to Playboi Carti—he’s my favorite artist.

What are the strengths of your game?
My biggest strength is definitely my receiving abilities.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My favorite memory is scoring my first touchdown on JV.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?
There are a lot, especially from playing in South Florida, but the two that stood out most to me are Kenton Dopson (#1 for Miami Norland) and Tyler Brown (#7 for Miami Southridge).

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Stay patient and understand that everyone’s success comes at different times. Don’t compare yourself to others or feel like you deserve what they have—comparison is the thief of joy.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I’d definitely want to go to Tokyo or anywhere in Japan. I love the culture there.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I was about 14 or 15 when I really started to understand the game and fell in love with it.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
I’d definitely want to meet Kevin Durant.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
My favorite sports moment would be Odell Beckham’s one-handed catch against the Cowboys.