Jorden Blake '17 Recruiting Profile

My parents have stressed academics forever so it's part of my make up.  I work hard because really that all I know.  Both of my parents are hard workers and they've instilled in me the value of working hard to achieve my goals and dreams.   I'd like to continue my education in the medical field, possibly as an orthopedic surgeon or engineering.  I also have aspirations of continuing to play football at the college and hopefully professional level.

What makes me a great candidate for any team is my work ethic, my desire to learn and get better and my willingness to make the necessary sacrifices to achieve the goals of the team, as well as my personal goals.  What makes me different from other recruits is a lead by example.  I work hard for myself, but as a leader, my teammates see the effort I put in and they work hard as well.  This is not only on the football field or basketball basketball court, but it extends into the classroom as I am currently a student at St. Mary's Catholic High School.  St. Mary's is a college preparatory school and I am currently carrying a 3.5 GPA.  Athletically, I think my size, speed and knack for being around the ball is an asset that would fit well with any program.