The #4 Offensive Guard In Illinois: Cooper Starks

Cooper Starks is a 3 Star recruit who plays Offensive Guard at Girard High School. Starks is ranked among the top 1300 recruits in the nation and is ranked among the top 100 Offensive Guards in the nation as well. In addition, Starks is listed as a top 40 recruit in the state of Illinois and is listed as the #4 Offensive Guard in the state of Illinois. Cooper Starks is committed to play at Vanderbilt next fall.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

Yes, Clay Matthews

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

I like all music but mainly feel good music, not really hype music, something to relax me.

What is your offseason training like?

Offseason training is very busy. I’m always working out at my training facility or I’m running or lifting weights.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory was playing last year with the seniors who I’ve known since I was in third grade.

What was your reaction to getting your first offer?

I was in awe. I didn’t know how to react and I was very excited.

What is your favorite food?

My favorite food is chicken.

When did you realize you were talented at football?

Between my freshman and sophomore year, when my coach told me I could play at the next level

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

Probably Royce Newman, to ask him how he made it from a small town

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment would be when the St. Louis Blues won the cup in 2019.