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Meet the Monarchs: Marvin Branch Q&A

Meet the Monarchs: Marvin Branch Q&A

Meet the Monarchs: Marvin Branch Q&AMeet the Monarchs: Marvin Branch Q&A

ODUSports.com recently sat down with redshirt sophomore linebacker, Marvin Branch.  Last season, Branch totaled 30 tackles playing linebacker and special teams and recorded a career-best high 11 tackles in the win over Charlotte.

Q: Why did you pick ODU?
A: I wanted to stay close to home. When they recruited me it just felt right.

Q: What are you studying?
A: Health services & administration.

Q: You have played in every game last year, how did that feel?
A: It felt good. The game is a lot faster and the atmosphere is live.

Q: Most memorable football memory?
A: My junior year of high school, I ran back a blocked punt and had a pick six in the same game.

Q: If you could be on any NFL team to be on, who would it be?
A: Redskins.

Q: Best part of being on the ODU football team?
A: The traveling and building a bond with the team.

Q: When did you start playing football?
A: Seventh grade.

Q: If you had to pick another sport to play, what would it be?
A: Basketball.

Q: Favorite athlete?
A: LeBron James.

Q: Pregame rituals?
A: Just praying before the game.

Q: What is the most difficult part of being a linebacker?
A: I would have to say knowing the checks.

Q: Who is your role model?
A: My dad. He’s a good person and showed me how to be a man by how he handles the family.

Q: Favorite place to eat on campus?
A: Tropical Smoothie.

Q: Favorite music artist?
A: Lil Wayne.

Q: What hobbies do you have other than playing football?
A: Playing video games.

Q: One place you would like to travel to?
A: Hawaii.

Q: Goals for upcoming season?
A: I want to become a starter.