Joseph Perkins '23 Recruiting Profile

"Hard Work Is Undefeated" is a motto that I adopted at the beginning of my Freshman year and I live this motto on the field, in the classroom and in my life.  During my first year of high school, I learned the meaning of perseverance, both individually and as a team, and how to work harder even when all the odds are against you.  As a result, a college coach can look forward to me being an excellent example of hard work, dedication, good character and a never quit attitude from day one!  I expect this of myself and I know that one season won't define myself or my team.  

My name is Joseph Perkins and I am a 10th grade (Class of 2020) Student-Athlete at Madison-Ridgeland Academy (MRA) in Madison, MS.  I am in my first year at MRA.  I start on the Varsity Football Team (MAIS AAAA) as Strong Safety and I also play Cornerback and Wide Receiver.   So far this season through mid season, I have 40+ total tackles, 2 INT, 6 Pass Deflections, I receiving TD and 43 reception yards on 3 catches.   Later on in the school year I will be playing on the Varsity Soccer Team and in the spring I will run Varsity Track.

I enjoy spending time with my family, playing with my little brothers, being active in my church, and mentoring younger athletes.  I also participate with the MRA Chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the Pre-Med Club and the Debate Club.  My college education will be very important to me as I want to graduate from whichever college/university I attend.  My parents and grandparents attended college and earned their degrees.  They have set the example that I want to follow.  I want to play college football and my education is just as important.  I aspire to become a sports physical therapist.  I enjoy all aspects of football and I believe I will be involved in the sport for a very long time.  I know the path I have chosen will be a difficult one; however, I firmly believe that "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens Me."