Kalil Barrino '17 Recruiting Profile

My name is Kalil Barrino and I’m a junior at WGHS in Greensboro, NC.  I would like to be recruited to play collegiate football because I have a LOVE for the game and hope to use this experience to positively influence my siblings, family members and community. 

My love for the game began at age 5 when I played peewee football for the City of High Point Parks & Recreation league and has continued throughout my high school career.  As an offensive player, I have a natural talent that enables me to excel in the slot and wide receiver positions.  Additionally, I am also a talented defensive player as well.  I currently have 62 tackles this season and am well on my way towards meeting my goal of 100+ tackles for the 2015 season.

A few of my other highlights include

Defensive player of the year

City of High Point All-Star Football Team

Oakview Cowboys

Off the field I strive to be a leader both in the classroom and the community.  My freshman and sophomore years were learning years as I adjusted to managing expectations and responsibilities at school and at home.  However, this year I have developed a system that has helped me manage these expectations.  This quarter I will have all A’s and B’s thanks to the adjustments I have made.  In addition, to school I volunteer at numerous events like Habitat For Humanity and participate in charity walks.

Overall, what separates me from other recruits is that I understand that talent alone is not enough to be successful at the next level.  At the collegiate level I will need to continue being a student-athlete, remain coachable and flexible, and continue be a positive influence to my peers, teammates and coach