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Guiseann Mirtil is a 2024 tight end, out of Winter Haven, Fla.
He broke out as a sophomore in 2021. The 6-foot-3, 200-pounder averaged 17 yards per reception and earned first-team all-district and second-team All-Polk County honors.
We had the opportunity to ask Mirtil a few questions as he prepares for his junior season at Winter Haven High School.
1. Between now and your senior year, what is your No. 1 goal?
My No. 1 goal is to expand my game and have (Division I) offers.
2. If you had to compare your style to an NFL/college player, who would be the closest to your style?
I’d compare myself to Darren Waller of the (Las Vegas) Raiders.
3. What major/degree are you hoping to pursue in college?
Finance.
4. Favorite football memory?
When I scored my first-ever touchdown on a short curl.
5. Have you visited any college campuses yet?
Not yet.
6. Do you plan on going to any camps next summer?
Yes, that is my main focus this summer.
7. How has COVID-19 affected your football career?
Not very much for me.
8. Do you plan on enrolling early when it is time to attend college?
Yes.
9. Obviously, the NFL is the ultimate goal; besides that, what do you want to do post-college career?
Financial consultant or analysts.
10. What is a fact about you that most do not know?
I can’t think of one.
11. Who was your role model growing up?
My role model growing up was always my mom.
12. What is your favorite drill to do in practice?
Practicing routes, especially fades, posts and corners.
13. What is your favorite meal?
Pizza and lasagna.
14. What are some of your hobbies besides football?
Basketball.
15. What is one thing you love about your hometown?
I have a field to practice on that’s always accessible and I know a lot of people here.
16. Do your parents care where you go to school, meaning do they mind you being far from home to achieve your dream?
No, they push me to follow my dreams no matter where it takes me.
17. Do you have a dream school?
I don’t really have a dream school. I just want to go somewhere and do what I love.