Big 22: Stuart Cramer’s Qualteau Hawkins

Channel 9’ next Big 22 Player to Watch is Stuart Cramer High School’s Qualteau “Q” Hawkins, who said he discovered his love for football when he was six years old. He also had help taking his game to the next level. >>Click here to check out Channel 9’s High School Football Page Hawkins credits his three uncles, whom he said poured into him from the very beginning. Now he’s headed into his senior season at Stuart Cramer, where he’s prioritized team success. “Our guys have worked hard,” he said. “We bought into the hours, and now it’s just about showing everybody what we’re made of.” Hawkins said his late grandmother continues to motivate him, and described her as his “why.” He said she helped raise him while growing up, providing support for their family. Even now, memories of her bring the biggest smile to his face. “Her cooking, man, it’s so good, and just how genuine of a person she was,” Hawkins said. Channel 9’s Big 22 previews continue Tuesday with Alex Johnson from Catawba Ridge High School. We’re profiling 22 players every weekday until voting for our five finalists on Sept. 4. Tune into Channel 9 each day to see local stars featured. Channel 9 hosts Big 22 Media Day for young athletes