2024 Season-ending interview with Stefon Harmeling from Landmark Christian

 

Stefon Harmeling

Cincinnati Landmark

Wr/Rb/Db/Kr

2025

5’8 160

all conferences and divisions WR

What were your feelings as you walked off the field for the last time as a high school football player?

I didn’t feel too bad about it honestly; I just thought to myself how I at least had fun with my team one last time, and it might not be the end yet.

What are you going to miss the most from playing high school football?

Definitely going to miss the practices, game days, and team dinners we used to have. 

Who was the best player that you have ever faced in a game, along with the team he played for?

Probably Drew Minich when I played for Elder; he was a safety who played for Lakota West and had multiple d1 offers.

Who was the best team that you ever faced, along with the things that made them so good?

Moeller was the best team. Mainly because of the size and speed they had. Always put up a lot of points.

What was the biggest difference between playing for Landmark Christian and the school you came from? You can name the school if you wish.

The biggest differences between elder and landmark are mainly the size, name, and facilities. I don't think the coaches are that big of a difference; they are definitely less harsh, and the training regimen is easier at landmark.

I have watched 90 high school games so far this year, along with two semi-pro players. You are one of the most explosive players I have watched this whole year. What part of your game do you feel is your strongest?

probably my speed and acceleration; once I see an opening, I hit the gas, and I get up to my top speed in a couple steps. I thank Track for that too. not only my speed, but I run my routes smart to make the defenders think I'm going somewhere I'm not.

What was it like playing at AT&T Stadium in Texas?

The best place I've ever played football felt like a movie!

Have you heard from any colleges? If so, could you name one or two of them?

I've heard from colleges like Bowling Green a while back, some D3s like MSJ, but nothing too big.

What was the biggest thing that you learned from playing high school football?

You have to listen to your coaches and put in the work. Everyone is working, and think of it as everyone is hungry, and one day of you not working someone is passing you up.

What did you learn about yourself this season that you can use to be a better leader and teammate at the next level if you decide to take your gift to the next level?

I learned to pick up my teammates and help them perfect their craft as well. Teach them the same tips and tricks that I use.

What will you remember the most from your high school football career game or anything football-related?

probably the feeling after burning a DB on a deep ball and catching it for a touchdown. best feeling ever in football!

What mark do you believe your class left on the football program? 

I believe we were one of the best classes for landmark making it to the D1 bracket down in Florida.

Who is your biggest role model?

Tyreek Hill is a player I look up to for routes and everything because he's a shorter WR.

Outside of sports, what are you doing for fun?

Just trying to work on my body and make money and see what I can do to better my future!

What is your go-to snack?

Fruit or hot chips.