Jackson Olsen '22 Recruiting Profile

Growing up in Ethiopia, I remember playing soccer every chance I had.  Even if I wasn’t playing the game, I was practicing dribbling and bouncing.  When I was 11, I was adopted and came to South Dakota.  Living in a small town which did not have soccer, I transitioned into football.   I have always loved sports and besides football, also participate in basketball, track, baseball and golf.  I have excelled in football kicking and even kicked my 8^th grade year for the South Dakota Miners where they nicknamed me "Mr. Weapon".  I am self-motivated and very competitive; I would love to work on my kicking ability with the right training and practice.

I have worked hard to improve my skills on the playing field and maintain my school work as I did not speak English when I came to the United States.  I have always been a team player and encourager to others.  I love to teach younger kids the sports that I love to play.

 I am excited to be able to play on a college level as I know I can be an asset to my team.