2024 Interview with Football, lacrosse, and basketball player Julian Long from Pickerington Central


 

Name: Julian Long

School: Pickerington Central High School

Positions played: ATH/DB

Graduating year: 2027

Height and weight: 5’6/154

What are your goals for the 2024 season?

To prove people wrong and seek interest from colleges 

Football, lacrosse, and basketball. How long have you been in each sport?

I’ve been in football and basketball for 7 years and lacrosse for 2 years.

Football, lacrosse, and basketball. Which one do you feel you are best at?

Basketball was the first sport I ever played, but I’m starting to lose my love for it personally. I think now I’m best at lacrosse. Football is in the middle.

What is the best part of being a three-sport student-athlete at Pickerington Central?

Being able to represent the school in all three sports and also being a scholar athlete.

What is the hardest part of being a three-sport student-athlete at Pickerington Central?

I’d say trying to keep up with the open gyms and workouts while being in the current sport you’re in.

What are you looking forward to the most this coming football season?

To seek some time on the varsity field and go undefeated.

What was the highlight of your 2023 season?

My game was against Teays Valley High School, where I put up eight tackles.

As an athlete, in any sport, what has been your biggest moment?

Getting reps in at the varsity level, whether it’s practice or a game in all three sports.

What has been your most embarrassing moment as an athlete?


Messing up a drill during practice in front of a lot of people.

Where should the state finals be held?

I’d say the Ohio State University Field, the Shoe, or the old Columbus Crew Stadium.

What is the toughest part of summer conditioning?

Trying to keep up and outwork everybody.

What is your game-day routine?

Take a good 1-hour nap, make a good meal, head to the stadium, and put on some music on my beats while getting dressed up. Pray before the game, and then it’s game time.

Where is the best local spot to grab a good meal?

Blasian grill 

What was the last book that you read, along with the author?

The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene 

What is a talent or hobby that you have that would surprise your teammates?

Being able to jump high or touch the rim being 5’6



 

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