## Ryder Stone:
**When did you start playing football and why?**
_Considering my first word was football, I’ve basically been playing my whole life._
**How is Andover football different from your old team? There’s a lot less Canadians, eh.**
_If you could play for one NFL team, who would you play for? Dallas Cowboys. I was born and raised in Texas. I’ve been a fan as long as I can remember._
**Do you have any special superstitions?**
_I’ve never really been a superstitious person except I do like to sing the Canadian anthem before every game with my fellow Canadians Mike Moore [’14] and Sam Macmillan [’14]. _
**What are one or two things you do in training that are key to your success?**
_I lift things up and I put them down._
**Most memorable game, practice or moment on the football field?**
_My most memorable moment so far this season isn’t anything in particular, but it’s the reaction by people that have seen what the team’s been doing on the field. It was absolutely hilarious after the first couple games to see the absolute shock on people’s faces when they found out we won._
**If you weren’t playing football, what sport would you play?**
_I would definitely play rugby. I__t’s basically football without pads!_
**What’s the first thought that goes through your mind when you cross the end zone?**
_I always have to give glory to God. My mom always told me to give glory to God when I accomplish something, and it’s always the first thing that crosses my mind when I score._
## Brandon Michel:
When did you start playing football and why?
I started playing in first grade just for fun, and when I realized the excitement in running past a bunch of guys trying to hurt you, I got hooked.
How is Andover football different from your old team?
Well for one, no cheerleaders which is a bummer, but the Blue Key Heads are cool too! But on the field I think the style of play is catered a lot more towards the type of players we have, and not just a system like my old school.
If you could play for one NFL team, who would you play for?
I would play for the Patriots because I was born in Boston and I love them.
What’s your number and why?
My number is 25! It used to be five, but one year a kid stole it so I switched to two-five be- cause it’s five squared. It also represents how many girls give me their numbers after each game, give or take 20.
Do you have any special superstitions?
I have to watch one particular pump up video on YouTube, and I always wear the same socks for each game.
What’s your favorite way to celebrate a win?
My favorite way to celebrate a win would probably be to get another win.
Most memorable game, practice, or moment on the football field?
Most memorable moment was last year when I had three interceptions in my final game at my old school!
What do you think about “The Haka” led by Matt Ilalio?
The Haka is a really cool and unique way to start each game and it does get me pumped to play. Not sure if Matt is the right guy to lead it though, I think Coach Mo should take that spot soon.
What’s the first thought that goes through your mind when you cross the end zone?
“Just another day at the office… #work”.
