Ralph Haralson, DePaul College Prep

Ralph Haralson

Class: 2027
Position: DL
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 290
School: DePaul College Prep

Player Bio

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

As a defensive lineman, my playstyle is aggressive and relentless. I focus on quick bursts off the line to disrupt plays and pressure the quarterback. My strength allows me to hold my ground against blockers, while my agility helps me navigate through traffic. I thrive on teamwork, always communicating with my teammates to ensure we’re on the same page and ready to make big plays.

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

My mentality is all about tenacity and focus. I approach each play with an aggressive mindset, ready to battle in the trenches and overpower the offensive line. Mental toughness is crucial for me, as I need to stay disciplined and resilient, even when facing stronger opponents. I value leadership. I believe that with the right leaders we could really go a long way.

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

I really enjoy doing service work because it gives me a chance to give back to the community and make a positive impact. Whether it's volunteering at local shelters, participating in food drives, or helping out with community cleanups, I find it incredibly rewarding. It's a great way to connect with others and contribute to helping the community. I believe in paying it forward.

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

I've developed leadership and teamwork skills through playing football and organizing community service projects. Football taught me to work with teammates and communicate effectively, while organizing projects helped me manage teams and solve problems. These experiences have improved my ability to lead and collaborate.

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

I have faced many challenges. These are mainly personal challenges. But on the football side of things I feel like I’ve overcame a lot of barriers that has been slowing me down. I will only continue to get better and improve. Even during games, us as a team faced adversity. But through mine and my other team captains leadership we were able to overcome the challenges and run through the obstacles.

What type of college are you looking for?

I consider factors like location, size, programs offered, campus culture, and extracurricular activities. I might prefer a university, with a diverse student body and various opportunities for internships and networking. I think about what kind of environment and resources will help me thrive academically and personally. Also a college with a good football program. The goal is D1.