Gatlin McCumber '24 Recruiting Profile

My name is Gatlin McCumber, and I am a 6’2 270lb, Offensive and Defensive Lineman for the New Hampton Chickasaws.  I live in New Hampton, Iowa, a very small community in northern Iowa. I started playing flag football in early elementary school and have had a passion for the game ever since.  This season we made it to the Conference Championship and unfortunately lost in the first round.  I received Class 2A, All-District 3 First Team Offense which was very rewarding and showed that by putting in the work it does pay off.  I work hard on and off the field.  I have learned that not only do you have to be a great player you also have to be a passionate player.  You must love the game and really understand your role not only as an individual player, but as a teammate who can encourage, support and lead.  I believe in myself and know that I have more to offer so I continue to train hard and stay the course as my goal is to play collegiate football and possibly professional football.