Interview: 4-Star 2022 Louisiana RB TreVonte’ Citizen Covers Offseason Workouts
Written by Ryan Wright
Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG
The only thing that could slow the roll of Lake Charles Prep standout running back TreVonte’ Citizen during the 2019 season was a nagging ankle injury. The 5-11, 210-pound, talent was limited to 49 carries for 305 yards with four touchdowns but was still able to showcase his growing all-purpose nature with six receptions for 85 yards. In addition to his time on offense, the four-star recruit flipped the field for his squad lining up at linebacker and safety contributing 36 tackles, 21 solo, with a pass broken up and a tackle for loss. The talent is there for the 2022 Louisiana recruit, backed up by five offers dropped from Maryland, Mississippi State, Penn State, Tennessee, and Virginia. The only question left this offseason, how many more programs will extend offers to Citizen in hopes of landing one of the nation’s top running backs?
In an RNG return to the Lab, Citizen updates us on his growing skillset, offseason workouts, and recruiting process.
*Click link for previous RNG interview with TreVonte’ Citizen
Interview
TreVonte’, we last spoke early in your sophomore season then covering all the hard work you had put into the offseason to prepare for the grind. Looking back, how did the 2019 season go for you overall?
“For me, it did not go as planned. I preferred it go better, but I am happy with what I did and accomplished.”
How did your overall game improve as a running back last season?
“Last season, I got bigger, stronger, and my twitch got faster. My instincts improved and the game slowed down.”
You got time on defense as well. Where all were you lining up and what were your responsibilities within the scheme?
“My coach put me at linebacker and some at safety. At linebacker, I was a head hunter. At safety, I was back on third and long.”
Which areas of your game improved on defense last season?
“I would say my speed. I got quicker and faster.”
What are you working on with your game this spring?
“This spring, I am working on my footwork, my hands – they are up there but there is room for improvement, and my balance.”
Are you competing at any camps this spring?
“For sure I am going to a Rivals and Under Armour camp. All other camps, I am undecided, but I have a few in mind.”
You have the five offers, which schools are showing interest in you but have not offered yet?
“Notre Dame.”
Looking ahead, are there any planned visits you may take?
“Probably one to Mississippi State, some will pop up later.”
This spring, are you competing in track this year?
“Yes, sir.”
Which events?
“The 4×1, 4×2, 4×4, and 400.”
TreVonte’, it was great catching up with you today. Thanks for your time and good luck with your track season.
“Thank you.”
Photo credit: Lake Charles HS/Citizen family; No. 9 TreVonte’ Citizen