Westover’s Star Sophomore: Kyson Mallard

Kyson Mallard is a 4 Star recruit who plays Interior Offensive Line at Westover High School. Mallard is ranked as the 320th best recruit in the class of 2027 and is ranked as a top 20 Interior Offensive Lineman in the class as well. In addition, Mallard is listed as a top 40 recruit in the state of Georgia and is listed as the #2 Interior Offensive Lineman in the state of Georgia. He holds offers from schools such as Georgia, Florida and Florida State.

Who are some role models in your life?
My parents are the role models in my life, along with my other family members.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
I listen to J. Cole, Don Juann, and Lil Baby to get me hyped.

What are the strengths of your game?
The strengths of my game are that I love to pull and pancake others, as well as down blocking.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?
The best player I ever played against is Ryan Jenkins at USF.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
I would tell them not to let people change what you believe you can do.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I would travel to the United Kingdom.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I fell in love with the game at 6 years old.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
I would love to meet Trent Williams.