Christopher Newport University

At Cave Spring -- Three-year team captain started every game in his career ... Two-time honorable mention All-State ... Two-time first team All-Region ... 2023 Lineman of the Year in the River Ridge District ... Also a member of the wrestling team, where he was a four-year team captain ... 103-22 career record at heavyweight ... Three-time region placewinner and state qualifier ... Two-time placewinner at state including one runner-up finish ... Eight career tournament championship wins ... Cave Spring Knight Award -- the highest award given to an individual at Cave Spring HS in the senior class who represents both the school and community

Personal -- Preston Gene Lonker was born in Roanoke, Va. ... Son of Ricky and Annie ... Has three brothers, Garrett, Emory, and Beau ... Father, Ricky, played football and baseball at Emory & Henry ... Favorite athlete is Gable Stevenson ... Most impressive person met is Ronde Barber ... Dream vacation is a trip to Europe ... Favorite food is baked chicken with mashed potatoes and salad ... Favorite movie is Remember the Titans and favorite TV show is Friends ... Favorite book is Maze Runner ... Favorite musician is Zach Bryan ... Has not yet decided on a major.