Joshua Taylor '16 Recruiting Profile

  Hello, my name is Josh Taylor. I am 17 years old and currently a Senior at West Nassau High school in Callahan, Florida. I recently transferred the summer between my Junior and Senior year from Hilliard, a 1A school to West Nassau, a 4A school. At Hilliard, My sophomore year I started for the Varsity football team at Tight End, Long Snapper and Defensive-End. At tight end, I had 13 receptions for 125 yards. While playing defensive end, I had a total of 55 tackles; Which consisted of 33 solo tackles, and 22 assisted tackles. My 2014-2015 season, I had 24 receptions for 307 yards, 68 KOR yards, 3 Touchdowns, and 21 total tackles. I am a multi-sport athlete that also plays Varsity Basketball, Baseball, and Weightlifting.. I'm 6'3" 220 lbs and run a 4.88(hand) 40 yard sprint. I bench 235 lbs and squat 350lbs; With the will to get bigger, faster and stronger.
  My education is the most important thing to me! My personal goal is to pursue a degree in Athletic Training/Sports Medicine, while playing football at the collegiate level. I maintain a 3.4-3.5 GPA while taking Honors and AP courses. At the start of my Junior year, I was selected to participate in the Youth Leadership Organization of Nassau County. With my athleticism, vigorous work ethic and leadership skills, I will be successful in the classroom and on the playing field. Any opportunity that will enhance my academic and athletic dreams, I look forward to.
  Thanks,
  Josh Taylor