Martin Laas
 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Ukrainian |
| Born | January 2nd, 2008 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Home town | Chicago, IL |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) |
| Weight | 170 lb (77 kg) |
| Sport | |
| Sport | American football |
| Position | Defensive back |
| Team | St. Patrick Shamrocks |
Martin Laas is an American high school multi-sport athlete from Chicago, Illinois. He is known for playing varsity football as a defensive back for St. Patrick High School and for competing in high school basketball with Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy.
Early life
Laas was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He developed an interest in athletics at a young age and became a multi-sport athlete, participating primarily in football and basketball throughout his youth and high school career.
High school career
Football
Laas plays varsity football for St. Patrick High School, a private Catholic high school and member of the Chicago Catholic League. He is listed as a defensive back and has worn jersey number 10. Standing approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing around 170 pounds, he plays primarily in the secondary, contributing in pass coverage and run support.
Laas is listed on St. Patrick’s all-time football roster and has appeared in varsity competition during the 2024–25 and 2025–26 seasons.[1]
According to MaxPreps, Laas recorded official varsity appearances during the 2025 season. Defensive statistics are limited in publicly available high school records.[2]
Basketball
In addition to football, Laas played varsity basketball for Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy in Chicago. He is listed on the school’s basketball roster and appeared in multiple regular-season games.[3]
During the 2024–25 season, Laas averaged 19.7 points per game, ranking among the team’s leading scorers according to MaxPreps statistics.[4]
Playing style
As a defensive back, Laas is noted for his height and athletic build, allowing him to match up against receivers and support defensive schemes. In basketball, he has been utilized as a guard-forward, contributing on the perimeter and in transition play.
Personal life
Laas is a student-athlete balancing academic coursework with participation in varsity athletics. As of 2026, he continues to focus on athletic development while completing his high school education.
Career statistics
Football
| Season | School | Games played | Interceptions | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | St. Patrick High School (Chicago) | 3 | 0 | Varsity appearances recorded by MaxPreps[5] |
Basketball
| Season | School | Points per game | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy | 19.7 | Team scoring statistics per MaxPreps[6] |
References
- ↑ "St. Patrick Shamrocks Football All-Time Roster". MaxPreps. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
- ↑ "Martin Laas Football Profile". MaxPreps. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
- ↑ "Martin Laas Basketball Profile". MaxPreps. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
- ↑ "Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy Basketball Statistics". MaxPreps. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
- ↑ "Martin Laas Football Stats". MaxPreps. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
- ↑ "Alcott/DeVry Advantage Academy Basketball Stats". MaxPreps. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
Category:Living people
Category:American football defensive backs
Category:Basketball players from Chicago
Category:Year of birth missing (living people)
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