Terryl Talley Jr. shares his insights about playing varsity football for the Lehman Lions.

Q: How long have you been playing?

A: I’ve been playing since my freshman year.

Q: What inspired you to play?

A: Just seeing others on the internet honestly.

Q: What is your position on the team?

A: Starting center.

Q: What is the best part about playing?

A: The brotherhood and seeing everything come together.

Q: What is the most challenging part about playing?

A: Coming to practice every day.

Q: Describe what a typical meet or game is like.

A: Come early, get ready, eat a bit of fruit, mentally prepare, and then it’s on from there.

Q: What was your team record last year?

A: 6-2.

Q: How do you feel like the season is going so far?

A: A little challenging; we played some difficult opponents but the future is looking good.

Q: How have you improved from last year?

A: We became more of a team dynamic; it kind of went from a star show to an everybody show.

Q: What advice do you have for others who want to participate in this sport?

A: Don’t be scared; it’s all mental.

Q: What are you and your team’s goals for the season?

A: Just to win the championship.

Q: Do you play any other sports? If so, what are they? Which is your favorite? Why?

A: I play basketball on the side for fun but football is my sport.

Q: When you graduate from high school, do you plan to continue playing any sports?

A: Nope, it’s a one and done.