The #2 Safety In California: Robert Santiago

Robert Santiago is a 3 Star recruit who plays Safety at De La Salle High School. Santiago is ranked as the 655th best recruit in the nation and is ranked as a top 50 Safety in the nation as well. In addition, Santiago is listed as a top 50 recruit in the state of California and is listed as the #2 Safety in the state of California. His top 7 schools are Oklahoma, Washington, Arizona, Oregon State, Miami, Cal and San Diego State.

Who are some role models in your life?

My grandma and mom are my role models.

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

I listen to Tee Grizzley and J Cole.

What are the strengths of your game?

One of the biggest strengths of my game is my size.

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

The best player I’ve played against is Marco Jones.

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

Keep working and have the correct mindset.

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

If I was able to travel anywhere in the world it would be to Australia.

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

I fell in love with the game in 9th grade.

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

One sports hero I would love to meet is Sean Taylor.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment was when Ohio State came back and beat Utah in the Rose Bowl.