The #2 Linebacker In Hawaii: Ko’o Kia

Ko’o Kia is a 3 Star recruit who plays Linebacker at Punahou High School. Kia is ranked among the top 900 recruits in the nation and is ranked as a top 90 Linebacker in the nation as well. In addition, Kia is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of Hawaii and is listed as the #2 Linebacker in the state of Hawaii. He is committed to play at Notre Dame.

Who are some role models in your life?

Jesus Christ, Ray Lewis, Manti Te’o and Sean Taylor.

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

Before games I listen to Luther Vandross, Anita Baker and Lauryn Hill.

What are the strengths of your game?

My versatility, physicality and motor

What is your favorite memory of your career?

The last game of my junior year because it was my last game with most of my childhood teammates since they were seniors.

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

Kekai Burnett

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

Outwork everyone, disconnect from everything else, and sacrifice what everyone else is doing for fun so that you can get extra work. 

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

Alaska

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

14 years old.

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

Sean Taylor

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals.