2025 Interview with Zayne Yokum from Grove City


 

Zayne Yokum

Grove City High School

Defensive line, tight end

6’2, 215 lbs.

Jersey Number: 22

Awards won or earned? Sophomore varsity letter. For the 2025 season, I have goals to earn 1st team all-conference for defense.

Biggest moments or memories from last season:

Our varsity team went 7-4 in Division I, OCC Ohio. As a sophomore, I

started JV and got varsity reps. I had 3 sacks, 1 forced fumble, and 1 fumble.

recovery, 35 tackles, 8 TFL, 1 tipped ball for pick 6. My biggest moment

came during the varsity game at Gahanna when I had a TFL.

Who or what did you start playing football with?

My dad got me started playing football. We watched a lot of Ohio State.

football, and I started in flag football, and he was my first coach.

What keeps you playing the game?

My teammates and my love for the game.

What will you miss the most from the 2025 class?

I will mostly miss their leadership and energy.

What goals are you setting for the team?

We have been working hard and want to win the OCC Ohio.

If you could take one home game and move it to any stadium in the country,

Where are you playing the game?

The shoe, because I have been an Ohio State fan my whole life.

What makes a good teammate?

A positive attitude and a leader by example. Encouraging challenging yourself to get outside the comfort zone.

Who is the toughest teammate to square up against in practice?

Ryder Anderson

What part of your game is the strongest?

I am able to keep a level head, and I have a quick get-off, which gives me an edge to make plays.

What are you doing during the off-season to help you become a better player?

I stay consistent with my workouts and nutrition. I do extra defensive line workouts and also play varsity lacrosse, which helps with my endurance.

What will it take for the 2025 team to better the 7-4 record from last season and have a deep playoff run?

Our coaches have been preparing us for a big season physically and mentally. For our team to have a successful season, we will rely on teamwork to win the line of scrimmage. We have a lot of weapons on our team and have a lot of leaders on both sides of the ball. We have a chance this season for a deep run in the playoffs but will have some of the toughest teams to play during the regular season to challenge us.

Who are your favorite and least favorite NFL teams?

My favorite team is the Cincinnati Bengals, and my least favorite team is the Kansas City Chiefs.

What's the best local spot to grab a pizza?

Flyer's Pizza

If cars and buses did not exist, what method of transportation would you use?

I would definitely use a bike to get around quickly.


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