Cris Page
Cornerback
Catawba College

Alex Khvatov:  What are your measurements (height, weight and forty time)?

Cris Page:  5’11, 181 and N/A on the 40 time.  

Alex Khvatov:  Describe your overall experience at the FCS Bowl in Daytona Beach, FL.

Cris Page:  My experience at the FCS bowl was a good one.  I competed against some good receivers.  Met a lot of different players from across the world.  That was a cool part and seeing the beach right outside the hotel was cool too. 

Alex Khvatov:  Coming out of high school, what programs showed interest in you?

Cris Page:  Coming out of high school, I had Georgia Tech, Georgia Southern, UWG, Chattanooga and some small schools. 

Alex Khvatov:  Why did you choose Catawba College?

Cris Page:  I didn’t have the test scores right away, so teams left.  Coach Ahmad Smith stayed in contact with me and that’s one of the reasons I came to Catawba College. 

Alex Khvatov:  What are your strengths?

Cris Page:  I’m a sure tackler, my work ethic, my recovery speed and my quickness.   

Alex Khvatov:  What areas of your game are you trying to improve upon?

Cris Page:  Learning better technique and knowing what everybody is doing around me. 

Alex Khvatov:  Tell us about your overall career.

Cris Page: I received honorable mention All-American and I was a 4xSAC All- Conference player.  I have 12 career picks. 

Alex Khvatov:  What is the highlight of your career up to this point?

Cris Page:  My sophomore year, we played against Pembroke and I caught two picks and one to the house.  And my senior year against #7 Wingate, I had 11 tackles and 4 PBU’s. 

Alex Khvatov:  What is your biggest accomplishment in college that you are most proud of?

Cris Page:  Coming in as a true freshman and keeping my spot all four years and receiving all those accolades. Just seeing myself grow as a player.   

Alex Khvatov:  What is your favorite NFL team?

Cris Page:  My favorite NFL team is the Seahawks. 

Alex Khvatov:  What is the most important trait for a CB?

Cris Page:  To have good eyes when playing this game and don’t let your feet die. 

Alex Khvatov:  Before the ball is snapped, what are the tendencies that you are looking for from the offense? 

Cris Page:  First, I’ll call out how many receivers I have, then see where the receivers are lined up at and their splits. 

Alex Khvatov:  What players on your team should we keep an eye on for next season?

Cris Page:  We have lots of talent.  Ferguson, Will Sweeper, Tank and Velle. 

Alex Khvatov:  Who is the toughest player that you have faced on an opposing team?

Cris Page:  I’ll say my sophomore year going against #1 on Mars Hill.  I think is name was Keyshawn. 

Alex Khvatov:  What do you enjoy most about football?

Cris Page:  I just love that you can be yourself out there on the field and showcase what you have been training for.   

Alex Khvatov:  What is your definition of a leader?

Cris Page:  You have different type of leaders like the ones who can show you or the ones who like talking.  A leader is somebody that is doing their job right and is motivating the team or bringing the team with them.  Not a selfish player, but a team player.

Alex Khvatov:  What are your hobbies?

Cris Page:  I play madden from time to time and play pick-up ball because I used to hoop too!  But I really just be chilling.   

Alex Khvatov:  What do you want to do with your life after your football career is over?

Cris Page:  I want to be a trainer or mentor for kids! 

Alex Khvatov:  What five words best describe you?

Cris Page:  I’m a hard-working, humble, ambitious, trustworthy and intelligent.