KEVIN NARRO | Staff Writer
SAN BENITO — Senior linebacker AJ Garcia has provided just about everything a coach can ask for in a player, a strong work ethic, leadership and a hard-hitting presence at one of the toughest positions on the field.
Garcia is in his final year as a Greyhound and has gotten off to a strong start and is eager to help guide the Hounds to another district title.
The Valley Morning Star got a chance to catch up with Garcia.
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Q: Playing the linebacker position is a physical and demanding position, what is the best part about playing LB?
AJ: When I play linebacker there is a chance for me to be in the play and that motivates me.
Q: What is the toughest part about playing LB that people don’t see?
AJ: Every week is a different offense and as a LB if you want to get the edge on them you have to study that certain offense.
Q: You wear number six, any reason behind that number?
AJ: The first number I wore when I started playing sports was six, now it being my last year in high school I thought it would be pretty cool if I got to wear the number once again.
Q: Where is the toughest place to play in your opinion?
AJ: That’s a tough one, but I would have to say Los Fresnos. It’s a different atmosphere there, but I like it.
Q: Who is your favorite NFL LB and why?
AJ: Carolina Panthers Luke Kuechly. He’s an all around LB, he can stop the run and drop into coverage. I try to copy his play style a little bit.
Q: Who do you look up to the most and why?
AJ: I look up to my dad. He’s a hard worker and is well respected too. I’ve learned a lot from him and I’m thankful for having a good role model that I could look up too.
Q: What’s your favorite hobby outside of football?
AJ: Outside of football I try to spend as much time with my family and friends.
Q: What is your favorite pre game meal?
AJ: Dominos Pasta.