Jack McKenna '17 Recruiting Profile
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2014 Highlights #2Personal Statement
I have loved playing football since I was first able to join a Pop Warner team as an eight year old. Loving the game has made it easier to work hard at it and improve. The hard work is starting to pay off. I have just finished my junior year season where I started at running back and strong safety and led my team in rushing and was third in receiving. In addition to my work ethic, explosiveness and strength—I have bench pressed 300 pounds—so far my strongest attribute has been my able to learn new techniques quickly. This capability has enabled my coaches to play me in multiple positions in critical situations.
Although I love playing for New Hope, I am also proud of my selection by USA Football for 3 International Bowl National Teams (2013, 2014, and 2015). USA Football has given me the opportunity to learn from some of the best coaches in the country and play with some of the very best high school players in the USA. I have also shown my versatility at USA Football playing outside linebacker, strong safety, cornerback and even wide receiver.
As a junior, I am learning about colleges and where I can best fit as a student athlete. I plan to continue to work hard both athletically and academically so that I can be prepared to play at the highest level possible.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 4 years
- Varsity Starter
- 3 years
- 2016 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #24
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, Captain, Conf. Offensive player of the year, Team MVP
Team Awards
- Conference Champs
- 2015 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #24
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Conference, 2 Time Area Player of the Week, Honorable Mention All-Area
Team Awards
- Sectional Champs, Conference 2nd Place
- 2014 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #55
Individual Awards
- 2nd Team All-Conference, 2nd Team All-State
Team Awards
- Conference 3rd Place, Conference 3rd Place
- 2013 Varsity Team
- Jersey: #14
Team Awards
- Conference 2nd Place, Conference 2nd Place
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 4 seasons
- 2015 USA Football National Team (International Bowl)
- 2014 USA Football (U17/U16)
- Led team in tackles in development camp game
- 2014 USA Football National Team International Bowl (U16)
- 2013 USA Football National Team International Bowl (U16)
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Jim DiTulio
- High School Head Coach
- Frank deLaurentis
- Juniors Coach
- Matt Hess
- Strength
- Tony Vlahovic
- Other
- Vicki Cross
- Private Coach
- Kevin Kovacs
Events
- Camp/Event
- USA Football U16 National Team Camp
- 7/20/14 to 7/26/14
- Camp/Event
- USA Football U16 National Team
- 2/03/14 to 2/08/14
- Selected to play linebacker for Team USA in the 2014 International Bowl. Second consecutive selection as member of USA International Bowl U16 team.
- Camp/Event
- USA Football U15 National Team
- 6/29/13 to 7/05/13
- Captain of Red Team; starting outside linebacker
- Camp/Event
- USA Football U16 National Team
- 2/02/13 to 2/07/13
- Played WR & CB. Scored TD on a 25-yard catch in International Bowl 20-7 win against Team Canada in jamboree game. One of about 40 players selected to play for Team USA in International Bowl. (Also selected for USA Football U15 National Team in July 2012.)
- Camp/Event
- FBU Top Gun 2012
- 7/23/12 to 7/25/12
- Selected as LB for third straight year.
- Camp/Event
- USA Football U15 National Team
- 6/29/12 to 7/06/12
- Played OLB on Team USA Red. Made 8 tackles in 25 plays, 3 for loss during jamboree game.
- Camp/Event
- FBU Top Gun 2011
- 7/20/11 to 7/23/11
- Selected for FBU Top Gun camp as linebacker and defensive back
- Camp/Event
- FBU Top Gun 2010
- 7/21/10 to 7/24/10
- Selected for linebacker for Top Gun camp as a 5th grader (a year younger than other players)
Training
- Pilates
- 5 years
- Trains with Vicki Cross, certified Pilates trainer, at least once a week to maintain and increase flexibility and core strength.
- Strength & Agility
- 6 years
- Works twice weekly with Tony Vlahovic (certified physical therapist and former Red Sox pitcher!) to develop strength and agility. (This is in addition to participating in team lifting sessions)
- Speed & Agility
- 4 years
- Works with Kevin Kovacs (physical trainer) on the track and in the gym to improve speed and agility. Also works out at Parisi Speed School
Statistics
| Statistic | 2016 Varsity Team | 2015 Varsity Team | 2014 Varsity Team | 2013 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games played | 11 | 14 | 7 | 8 |
| Rushing attempts | 103 | 130 | 4 | 6 |
| Rushing yards | 872 | 1020 | 45 | 45 |
| Receiving yards | 554 | 185 | 35 | |
| Receptions | 19 | 12 | 2 | |
| Rushing touchdowns | 13 | 12 | ||
| Touchdown receptions | 7 | |||
| Yards per reception | 29.2 | 16.1 | ||
| Yards per rush | 8.5 | 7.8 | 11 | |
| Assisted tackles | 30 | 56 | 59 | 20 |
| Forced fumbles | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Pass break-ups | 6 | 8 | 2 | |
| Recovered fumbles | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Solo tackles | 24 | 38 | 28 | 14 |
| Tackles for a loss | 5 | 0 | 10 | 3 |
| Interceptions | 2 | 3 | ||
| Longest return | 60 | 40 | 35 | |
| Longest punt return | 55 | 45 | ||
| Sacks | 3 | 4 | ||
| Returns | 8 | 2 | ||
| Total return yards | 160 | 50 | ||
| Yards per return | 20 | |||
| Tackles | 8 | 10 | 5 | |
| Yrd/kick off return | 25 | |||
| Total kick off return yrds | 75 | |||
| Total punt return yrds | 85 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Honors English AP European HistoryAre you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP European HistoryRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsHonors List (Fall 2013) - The Peddie School; Awarded 1st place in 8th Grade Science fair (qualifying for regional competition) Honors Fall Semester - New Hope Solebury High School
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