ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS

The three-time National Champions from West Point. They've got their sights set on Navy this year.

LOCATION: WEST POINTTEAM STATS: ATHLETICS
 
SCHOOL: U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY 
 
2009 RECORD: 5 WINS — 7 LOSSES 

Davyd Brooks

NUMBER: 13 CLASS: So
 
POSITION: WR HOMETOWN: Newburgh, N.Y.
 
HEIGHT: 6-3 HIGH SCHOOL: Newburgh Free Acad. (USMAPS)
 
WEIGHT: 200 EXPERIENCE: Not available.

About Brooks: Gifted wide receiver who continues to scale depth chart listings at rapid pace ... possesses outstanding physical skill set ... rangy target on perimeter ... brings physical element to run-blocking game ... explosive route-runner with dependable hands ... capable of beating man coverage off line of scrimmage ... filled significant role during rookie season ... late-bloomer ... did not begin playing football until late in high school career ... expected to challenge for starting job during sophomore campaign ... owns potential to develop into dynamic leader on and off field ... boasts tremendous field presence and strong leadership skills ... dominant blocker on edge ... enters preseason camp listed as primary backup to Ali Villanueva at "X" wideout position ... should receive quality field duty in second season ... spent majority of spring practice listed with one of top two units ... sat out annual Black/Gold game due to injury ... Hudson Valley native hailing from nearby Newburgh ... product of USMA Prep School.

2008: Appeared in seven games ... did not figure statistically.

High School: Two-time letterwinner at Newburgh Free Academy ... played for head coach C.T. Chatham ... standout wideout for Goldbacks.

Personal: Born March 23, 1989 ... given name is Davyd Locke Brooks ... parents' names are Davyd and Mary Brooks ... father is member of New York Police Department ... has twin sister ... major is undeclared.

Q: What's your favorite football team?

A:Packers.

Q: What makes the Army-Navy game different than any other game?

A: The Army-Navy game represents more than just football.

Q: What advice do you have for those who want to play college football?

A:Be prepared to work hard. Like my prep school coach Cameron Craig would say while we ran gassers: "This ain't high school no more.”

Q: Why did you choose to attend West Point?

A: I have always led by example and never followed the crowd. When I was offered the opportunity to attend West Point, I knew it was something special and I went with it.

Q: What advice do you have for those who want to attend West Point?

A: Be prepared to work hard in everything you so here. We are ultimately here for one reason and that is to lead soldier.s

Q: What's your major?

A:Defense and Strategic Studies.

Q: What kind of music do you like?

A: Mix.

Q: What is your favorite food?

Depends on the mood.

Q: What do you miss most about your hometown?

A: My football team.

Q: What are your plans after graduation?

A:Be the best leader I can be.

Q: Would you like to thank anyone for getting you where you are today?

A: My parents.




Game Gear
Share This Page