2024 Season-ending interview with Zarius Harvey from Archbishop McNicholas

 

Zarius Harvey

Archbishop Mcnicholas

CB/WR

2026

5’9  170lbs

What will you remember the most from the 2024 season?

I will remember celebrating in the locker room after a big win with the team dancing and singing together, making some of the best moments of the season.

How did you grow as a player, along with how you can use that to be a better player and leader next season?

I would say grew as a player as far as leadership. In my past seasons I was good but never said anything and would just, but now I’m on the field coaching people up, keeping the morale up, celebrating, and keeping that positive energy throughout all adversity.

Looking at the three teams that you guys lost to, which of those teams do you believe was the best, along with the reason they were so good?

If I would have said anybody, it would have to be Steubenville. They were well coached and disciplined and played the hardest against us.

Of the nine wins, which one meant the most to you? Explain

Beating Archbishop Alter High School because we were making history, beating the 2nd time in 20 years, and doing for my seniors.

Who was the best player that you faced this season, along with the team he played for?

The best player that I faced was Elijah Berman from Chaminade Juliane.

During the season, what goals had you set for yourself, and did you achieve those goals?

I set goals to not give up a TD, to at least score 1 TD, and also lead my team to state. I did complete goals, holding every WR to no TD and also scoring 4, but sadly didn’t take my team to state.

Which road stadium was the toughest to play at this season, along with the reasons that made it as tough as it was?

Steubenville Stadium was toughest by far because of the way the field was enclosing you in and right next to all their fans and how loud it was. You could barely hear anything.

What makes you a good teammate?

As a teammate, I strive to teach and encourage my teammates, also learning things from them, believing in each other's abilities, and communicating that to boost the confidence of my teammates.

Which type of weather is the toughest to play in?

For me, I would have to say the heat. I exert a lot of energy and sweat a lot, so it’s a hassle to keep my sweat out of my face and constantly have to readjust my helmet because it’s so slippery.

WTREC or CB: Which position do you believe you are best at?

I believe I’m better at CB. I’ve been playing my whole life and am very confident in my abilities.

When do you start preparing for the 2025 season?

The grind starts now, already preparing for the next season, whether it’s going out and running 5 miles or lifting weights at the local, always preparing for that next snap.

What are you most excited about for next season?

I am most excited about playing with my brothers and just leaving all on the field for my senior year.

What is your favorite current TV show?

I don’t really watch TV shows often, so I don’t have one.

Have you ever been to a Bengals game?

I’ve been to a couple of Bengals games.

What is your favorite class or subject?

I would say math. It comes easy to me.

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