2025 PFN Player Spotlight: Getting to Know Jim Thorpe Olympian’s QB/CB-Cole Lazorick

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Daniel Reed | June 18, 2025

Cole Lazorick
Jim Thorpe Olympians
Class Of: 2026
Position(s): QB/CB
Jersey Number: #8
Ht: 6’0 – Wt: 180lbs
Other Sports: Baseball, Basketball
Notable Awards or Recognitions: Soon
Offer Sheet: None at the moment
Twitter: @LazorickCo5789
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COACH SAYS: Cole is a dynamic dual-threat Senior quarterback who consistently makes plays with both his arm and his legs. Cole’s athleticism and football IQ make him a constant threat to opposing defenses. In addition to leading the offense, he’s also a standout on the defensive side of the ball, excelling at both corner and safety. His instincts, speed, and ability to read plays allow him to lock down receivers and make game-changing stops, making him one of the most complete and valuable players on the field.

GETTING TO KNOW MORE ABOUT COLE:

What is the best part of being a student-athlete for the Olympians ?
Definitely the support throughout our community.

Why do you play football ?
I loved the feeling of adrenaline and excitement before every game since I was a young kid, and that has just continued throughout my life.

How long have you been playing football(any level) ?
Since 6th grade.

It’s GameDay !! What are you looking forward to the most ?
A win.

Of all the road games you have played, which stadium had the best overall atmosphere, along with what made it so good ?
Northwestern Lehigh’s stadium was rocking when we played on the road there, the student section was jammed packed.

If the game is on the line, do you want to be on offense or defense ? Explain:
Offense, because I want the ball in my hands in that situation.

As an athlete, what has been your biggest achievement ?
Breaking two school records this past season.

What was the high point of the 2024 season ?
Seeing younger guys on our team step up big towards the end of the year.

What are your goals for the 2025 season ?
Have a way better season than last year.

What are you going to miss the most from the class of 2025 ?
I’m going to miss my friends in that class who made last year pretty fun.

Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like the most, and why ?
My Dad, he’s always been my biggest motivator and driving force in every sport. I want to be a father to my kid exactly the way he’s a father to me.

Who is your favorite sports star and why ?
Right now I would have to say Bo Nix, because my favorite team is Denver, but also because of the fire he brings on the field.

Do you have a favorite play you remember the most ? Explain:
Taking the final knee to beat our rival Lehighton my Sophomore year.

Who is the best player(s) you have ever lined up against and what team did they play for ?
I would have to say Andrew Olesh from Southern Lehigh.

What stadium, (HS/College/Pro) would you love to visit for a game ?
Empower Field at Mile High in Denver.

What is your favorite Pro Sports team(any sport) ? Explain:
Denver Broncos, My dad has always been a fan and I just followed in his footsteps.

What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why ?
2019 Clemson vs Ohio State in the CFB semi-final, it was such an electric game with so many superstars on each squad.

What sports movie could you watch every day if you had to pick one, and why ?
The Longest Yard, it’s a classic and very funny.

Name one thing you’d love to do in football that may never happen ?
I would love to catch a touchdown pass.

Name a sport you’d love to play but can’t:
I would love to play golf, but it’s a fall sport.

What is your most embarrassing sports moment ?
Probably getting picked off at third base against Northern Lehigh.

When you aren’t playing, practicing, or training for sports, what is your go to activity, and why ?
Definitely just hanging out with my friends making a fire and eating food.

Which one, Sheetz, Wawa, or Rutters ? Explain:
Wawa for sure, a lot more to choose from and the sandwiches are better.

What is your favorite vacation destination ?
Probably Ocean City, Maryland.

If you were handed a lot of money, what would be the first thing you would do with it ?
Use a bit of it to buy a nice car.

Tell us something that you have a fear of ?
Darkness

Favorite Fast Food/Burger place and why ?
Five Guys has the best burgers out of any fast food place.

Have you ever been to a professional sports game, which ones ?
One of my favorite things to do with my brother and father are to go to Phillies games, we are all Phillies fans.

NBA, NHL, MLB, NCAAF, NFL, Which league is the best and why ?
I like College football the most because of the environment.

What is your favorite video game, on mobile and or console ?
College football video games.

What toppings go on your favorite pizza ?
Bacon

Favorite School Subject ?
History

Favorite Band/Musician ?
Drake

Airplane, Boat, or Vehicle(motorcycles included), how would you travel and to where ?
Airplane to the Bahamas.

Name one thing in life(NOT SPORTS RELATED) you would like to achieve:
Become and Athletic Director of a High School or University.

Location you think would be the best place to live(ie: island, mountains, city, etc) ? Explain why:
I like the town/city lifestyle just because.

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