Diamond in the Rough: Will Delahoussaye, Lafayette High School

Will Delahoussaye is a 5’10 175lbs linebacker from Lafayette HS. Will has great speed and can make excellent tackles in open space. Going into his senior year Will is expected to be a leader on the defense and help the team end the recent drought of not reaching the playoffs.

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Bench: 285

40 Time: 4.7

Height: 5’10

Weight: 175

GPA: 4.0

ACT: 32

 

When and Why did you start playing football? What do you love about football?

I started playing football back in the 7th grade at Paul Breaux. And I wanted to because of the competitiveness of game and how it runs in my family. My brother played football so I wanted to follow his footsteps.

 

You seem pretty quick do you run track or play any other sports?

No, I only play football in high school. I used to play soccer.

 

 

What Colleges would you like to play for?

Not limited to a certain school but I would prefer a school that has good academics.

 

How do you feel your junior season went?

My junior season went pretty well for the most part even though I was out for the first half of the season because of a hamstring injury. I came back for the 5th game of the season and still made first team all-district.

 

What is one thing you want to improve on during the offseason?

I would say, could only get better and continue to be a leader and help my team get better.

 

What are some goals you have heading into your senior year?

A big goal of mine is to make the playoffs with my team and have more forced turnovers than last season.

 

What helps you stay successful at football?

My mindset I work very hard and take pride in it. I never keep my head down, if I make a mistake I brush it off and play the next play.