Anthony Schwartz Says One College Wants To Make Him A World Class Sprinter


Anthony Schwartz is arguably the top sprinting recruit in the nation. And he's also a four-star football recruit, according to 247 sports. He has said previously (watch the video above) that he would like to compete in both sports at college. The world youth record holder in the 100m (10.15) had a great junior season, logging PRs of 10.15 seconds in the 100m and 20.66 seconds in the 200m and also featured in the 4x100 relay before an injury sidelined him during the postseason. Which college has the inside track so far? One cursory glance at Schwartz's Twitter reveals that the Florida native is an avid University of Florida Gator fan. But the senior has intimated that he's not close to a college decision just yet. Below, Schwartz gives us some insight about his recruiting and what he's looking for in a college program.

Anthony Schwartz 

School: Plantation American Heritage (Florida)

Highlights:

  • World youth record holder in the 100m: 10.15 seconds
  • 100 PR: 10.15 seconds; 200m: 20.66 seconds

Planned official visits: Florida and Auburn (dates are not planned yet)

Unofficial so far: Tennessee, Florida

What are you looking for in a program: I'm looking for a program with great coaching and success in both football and track. 

What are you looking for in a coach: I'm looking for a coach that can adapt to my training style to get me where I need to be. 

What are you looking for in teammates: I want teammates who can push me in practice and can hold it down in the relays. 

What will be your ideal events: 100, 200, 4x100, possibly the 4x400

What's the most interesting pitch you've gotten from a school so far: The most interesting pitch I've gotten has been that I will be transformed into the next world class sprinter. 

What's the coolest thing you've seen at a campus so far: It was probably the nutrition room at Tennessee. 

When will you make your commitment: As of now, I will most likely make the commitment after football season.