Name: John Marshall
Year: Senior
Position: Striker
Height: 6-2
Weight: 207
Hometown: Highland, Md.
High School: Gonzaga College High School
Major: Political Science
What do you want to do after graduation and why? Become an Intelligence Officer because they play a crucial role in the national defense of our nation.
Why did you choose Navy? I chose Navy because there is no better mesh of top tier academics and athletics in the world as well as having the honor to one day serve the greatest country in the world.
What would you tell somebody that is considering coming to Navy to play football? Best decision you'll ever make.
If you could play another position, what position would you play and why? Wide Receiver. I played it in high school, I love the offensive side of the ball and I have the best hands on the team, just ask
Mark Walker.
If you could choose any opponent for Navy to play that is currently not on the schedule, who would you choose and why? USC so Caleb Williams can throw me the ball again.
Favorite class at the Naval Academy and why? Civil Military Relations with CAPT Richardson because the class is very applicable to our life as military officers and he is a great teacher.
Hardest class at the Naval Academy and why? Taking Thermo in the summer so TBD.
Favorite teacher at the Naval Academy and why? CAPT Richardson because he understands Midshipmen life, teaches effectively and gives much needed insight into both the military and political careers we may enter as future officers.
Favorite form of social media and why? Twitter, the most entertaining app by far.
Favorite person to follow on social media and why? Nicole Diorio, because she's easy on the eyes and
Kip Frankland is a close second, for the same reasons.
If you could have dinner with any 4 people at the Naval Academy who would you choose and why?: My roommates
Daniel Davies, Jack Hannan and Braxton Tracy and then tie between Zach Kuhlman and
Ebissa Sambo, all electric in their own ways.
Favorite sport to follow at the Naval Academy outside of football and why? Basketball, because I am a hooper as well.
If you didn't play football at Navy, what sport would you play and why? Basketball, because I love the game.
What song is playing on your headphones in the locker room right before taking the field? Dreams and Nightmares by Meek Mill
What is your dream vacation? Bora Bora
How many teams should make the FBS Playoffs? 4
What is the best thing about being in the American Athletic Conference? The competition we play against week in and week out.
Favorite Coach Niumatalolo quote: "It's freaking hard to win."
One word to describe a Navy Football player: Relentless
Who will be the surprise player on offense in 2022 and why? Maquel Haywood: hard worker and talented.
Who will be the surprise player on defense in 2022 and why? Mbiti Williams: make plays, talented.
Who is the toughest player on the Navy football team and why? Bijan Nichols: has a lot of grit.
What player epitomizes Navy Football and why? Nicholas Straw: hardworking, dedicated and will sell out for his team.
Who will be the Most Valuable Player on offense in 2022 and why? Tai Lavatai: poised for a big year and has the ability to make things happen.
Who will be the Most Valuable Player on defense in 2022 and why? Rayuan Lane: stepped up in a big way last year and should create even more turnovers this year.
What are you most looking forward to in 2022? Winning.
