9Q’s with Enid’s Dezmon Mittelstet – Presented by Security National Bank

VYPE: How long have you competed in football?

Dezmon: I started playing football in kindergarten.

VYPE: What first got you interested in the sport?

Dezmon: My dad signed me up and ever since, I’ve played football.

VYPE: Do you have a favorite memory in your time competing for your high school?

Dezmon: Scoring an 80 yard touchdown and making Channel 4 news.

VYPE: Do you have a favorite opponent to compete against? If so, why?

Dezmon: Ponca, they’ve been our rivals for years.

VYPE: What do your teammates mean to you? Is there anyone on the team who pushes you to sharpen your skills?

Dezmon: There like my family, my closest teammates push me the most.

VYPE: Do you have any pre-game or post-game rituals?

Dezmon: I listen to music and pray with a teammate before we run out of the tunnel.

VYPE: Who do you look to as a role model?

Dezmon: My dad, he’s been there every step of the way and has helped me to get to where I am now.

VYPE: Are you involved in any other sports or activities?

Dezmon: I play baseball.

VYPE: What are your plans after high school?

Dezmon: My plans are to go play sports in college.