Meet the Midfielder: Sophomore Quarterback Karson Lopati

Name: Karson Lopati

Nickname: Kars

Year: Second year student

Position: QB

Height: 6’0

Weight: 190

Hometown: West Valley City, Utah

High school: West

Major: Operational research

What do you want to do after graduation and why? I want to become a Naval Flight Officer (NFO) because I want to do something fun and exciting.

Why did you choose the Navy? Life after football. I never dreamed of going to the NFL, but I still love the game. I figured there was no other option than to have a guaranteed life after football and a great education.

What would you say to someone who is considering joining the Navy to play football? Approach every situation with the right attitude. Approach every situation with a positive attitude and a positive mindset.

If you could play any other position, what position would you play and why? Left tackle. I have a great foot step. I would block any attacker or raider.

If you could pick one opponent for Navy to play against that is not currently on the schedule, who would you pick and why? BYU or Utah. I would like to play close to my hometown.

What is your favorite class at the Naval Academy and why? There are too many to choose just one.

What is the hardest course at the Naval Academy and why? Chemistry or calculus, because there are so many subjects to handle

Favorite professor at the Naval Academy and why? Lieutenant Chris Swain. He’s in the Navy Football Brotherhood and taught me how to steer a ship.

What is your favorite form of social media and why? Snapchat or TikTok.

Who is your favorite person to follow on social media? Coach Kiritsy from @Navyfb_strength

If you could have dinner with 4 people currently at the Naval Academy, who would you choose and why? Luc Hutchison, Isaiah Bryant, Stephane Egbe And Joshua GuerinThere would be crazy conversations and constant laughter.

What is your favorite sport to watch at the Naval Academy besides football and why? Wrestling. I have a lot of friends on the team, they work hard and I have a lot of respect for them.

If you hadn’t played football in the Navy, what sport would you have played and why? Cornhole. I’m actually unbeatable at cornhole or Madden in eSports.

What song plays in your headphones in the locker room just before you go on the pitch? Coldest Zone by J Boog or Just One More Morning by Sharon Marley

What is your dream vacation? Phuket, Thailand

What is the best thing about being a member of the American Athletic Conference? There is never a boring match. Every match must be approached with great intensity and preparation.

What do you think about the military’s presence in the American Athletic Conference? I can’t wait to see them lose

Coach Newberry’s Favorite Quote: “You know, I was reading this book and I really liked this quote. It really stuck with me…”

How would you describe coach Cronic’s attack: Dynamic. There are a lot of moving parts and red herrings that will make our defense very difficult.

How would you describe coach Volker’s defense: Unique. In his defense, there are so many different perspectives and people coming from different angles. It’s hard to play against.

One word to describe a Navy football player: Difficult

Who will be the surprise attacking player in 2024? Luc Hutchison

Who will be the surprise defensive player in 2024? Coleman Cauley

Who is the toughest player on the Navy football team? Kenzo Viteri

Which player embodies Navy football? Colin Ramos

Who will be the most valuable player on offense in 2024? Eli Heidenreich

Who will be the most valuable player on defense in 2024? Landon Robinson

What are you most looking forward to in 2024? Beat the army

Tell us something about yourself that most people don’t know? I like riding horses and taking care of horses. My little brother has a horse and I often take care of it and ride it when I come home. His name is Mr. Seven.

Tell us one thing about yourself that would make a good article? My father and Ken Niumatalolo were roommates at the University of Hawaii.

If there was a movie about your life, what would it be called and who would play you? I have no idea what the title is but Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson would definitely play me. Same ethnicity, same physical attributes.