Personal Statement
I am Jalen Cross, I'm a Junior at Rufus King high school ( C/O 2018). I play varsity football for the Rufus King Generals, I became a starter as a sophomore, I play DE/DT. Winning the Milwaukee City Conference sophomore and junior years, as well as leading my conference in sacks (2016) have been the highlight of my high school career. However, I feel I grew the most as a student-athlete when our team didn't make the state tournament. Junior year we averaged a score of 48-1, however, we did not go past the 2nd round. That experience helped me grow as a person and lead me to re-focus my own efforts on becoming a solid point defensive linemen capable of playing at the college level.
I am fortunate enough to be part of an amazing program, I’ve learned the value of teamwork, commitment, sacrifice, and leadership. I'm looking for a program that will be a good fit for me athletically as well as academically. I believe I not only have the talent to compete for a college team, but the character, work-ethic, and leadership skills to make an immediate impact. I know that I have what it takes to be a leader and contributor on your team!