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Q&A With ODU Football's Thomas DeMarco

Q&A With ODU Football's Thomas DeMarcoQ&A With ODU Football's Thomas DeMarco

Feb. 11, 2009

A weekly Q&A with an Old Dominion University football player

 

 

Thomas DeMarco

Quarterback

5-11, 205, So.

Palm Desert, Calif.

Palm Desert / College of the Desert

 

 

When did you begin playing football?

During my freshman year of high school when I was 14 or 15 years old

 

Who has had the greatest impact on your career?

My mom and my grandma

 

Why did you choose to attend ODU?

ODU gave me a shot to play Division I as a quarterback

 

What has been the biggest difference between high school football and college football?

Speed, size and skill level

 

What has it been the best part about being a member of ODU’s first football team in over 60 years?

Knowing that in a few months I will be playing in front of a sold out crowd of 20,000 people.

 

If you could play another position what would it be and why?

Offensive line because you can eat whatever you want and still play.

 

Favorite sports other than your own?

Soccer, ping pong, baseball, miniature golf and bowling

 

After meeting Coach Wilder for the first time, what were your thoughts?

It makes your decision easier if you can get along with the head coach.

 

After meeting your position coach for the first time, what were your thoughts?

I can learn a lot from him

 

Do you have a pre-game ritual, if so what is it?

Before every game I like to eat

 

If you could line up opposite any player in the NFL and go 1-on-1, who would it be and why?

Troy Polamalu of the Steelers because I would like to feel what a NFL hit is like.

 

What song is stuck in your head right now?

Bring The Noise

 

What is one thing people would be surprised to learn about you?

I was first recruited here to kick/punt

 

What is your dream job?

American Idol judge

 

What is your most valued possession?

My necklace that my grandma gave me

 

What is your favorite place to eat on campus?

Webb Center