🎙️ UpNext Athlete Podcast: Freshman Lineman Laroy Washington Talks Growth, Grit, and the Game

The UpNext Athlete Podcast, hosted by Makhi Jackson, continues to spotlight the next generation of rising athletes shaping the future of sports.

In this episode, Makhi sits down with Laroy Washington, a freshman football player from Sun Prairie West High School in Wisconsin who dominates the trenches on both sides of the ball — playing defensive line (DL) and offensive line (OL).

Known for his strength, discipline, and team-first mindset, Laroy represents what the UpNext Athlete platform stands for: grind, growth, and greatness. He shares how he’s learning from upperclassmen, building confidence each week, and staying focused on improving every rep.

“It’s all about effort and attitude. You control those two things every day,” Laroy says during the interview.

Makhi and Laroy dive into how being a two-way lineman builds leadership, toughness, and responsibility — both on and off the field. The conversation also highlights the importance of staying humble, coachable, and ready for any challenge ahead.

📺 Catch the full episode now on UpNext TV — available on the App Store, Google Play, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku TV.
Search UpNext TV Network to watch Laroy’s full story and discover more interviews featuring student-athletes from across Wisconsin and beyond.

Host: Makhi Jackson
Guest: Laroy Washington – Freshman DL/OL, Sun Prairie West High School
Platform: UpNext TV Network