JANUARY JACKET ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

 Men’s Soccer – Benjamin Padilla, Senior

Ben is a leader in the classroom and on the field. Ben is very involved with his church and is a great role model for today's youth.  He can play multiple positions on the field. Ben is a 3-year varsity player and two-year starter. Ben is a GREAT teammate and leader for our team. One of the hardest working kids I have ever coached. He has helped lead our defense this season with 8 shutouts and only allowing 2 goals on the season. The sky is the limit for this kid!! JFND

Women’s Soccer – Morgan Countryman, Sophomore

Morgan has been a bright spot for our program from day 1!  Although an injury sidelined her for a bit at the beginning of high school, Morgan’s drive and determination helped her to become a shining star as a freshman. In her sophomore season, she has not slowed down! She scored 3 goals in January and has had a major impact in every game. Even as a sophomore, Morgan’s leadership on and off the field is undeniable! Keep your eyes out for her name throughout the 2023 district season!

Men’s Gymnastics – Brett Collins, Junior

Brett competed twice in the month of January and did outstanding in both meets.  On January 12th against Chisholm Trail in compulsory level competition, Brett scored a 9.0 on Pommel Horse (7th place), 9.6 on Vault (3rd place), 9.6 on Parallel Bars (4th place), and an 9.5 on High Bar (7th place).  Then on January 19th against L. D. Bell in Optional level competition, Brett scored an 8.0 on Floor (8th place), 8.0 on Pommel Horse (6th place), 9.3 on Vault (1st place), 8.6 on Parallel Bars (3rd place), and 8.6 on High Bar (3rd place).  For the January 19th meet, Brett competed new skills on four events, and set career high optional scores on all 5 events.  Congratulations, Brett!

Women’s Gymnastics – Emma Avery, Junior

Emma is a three-year varsity gymnast who is currently ranked 7th on bars, 4th on beam and 8th in the All Around in the state!  Emma is a very dedicated and determined gymnast who pushes hard every day to be the best! She is a leader in every sense of the word.  She leads by example and is someone her teammates can always count on.  Great things are ahead this season for Emma, and we are blessed to have her on our team.

Women’s Basketball – Liz Laurence, Junior

Liz is a junior and captain of our team.  Liz is a great leader that truly emphasizes the motto "others before self."  She constantly energizes and helps our team to be our best, whether on the court or off.  She helped our team in the month of January be contenders for a district championship.  She leads our team in assists and is a great 3 point threat for the Lady Jackets as well as defensive stopper.  She not only excels on the court but off the court in the classroom as well.  She definitely has that JFND spirit!

Men’s Basketball – Hudson Goellner, Sophomore

Hudson Goellner had a monster January for the boys basketball team.  He is averaging 11 points per game and 7 rebounds per game (leading the team).  In January, Hudson’s scoring average rose 3 points and his rebound average increased by 1.5 rebounds per game.  He is a very nice young man that is coachable.  He is a really good teammate and genuinely cares for others.

Men’s Swim – Peyton Harbin & Ethan Gorham

Peyton qualified for Regionals again!  However, Peyton has made his mark as a team captain.  This year, he decided to swim a new event.  The 50 Freestyle will be fast, but he is ready for it. 

Ethan qualified for Regionals for the first time!  His district meet was all about putting the team first.  He will be a part of all three relays for districts and regionals.  Ethan is putting in an outstanding effort!

 

Women’s Swim – Sophie Escamilla & Kierra Willis

Sophie qualified for her first Regional swim meet.  She has done a great job all year.  All of her hard work has paid off.  She will be swimming the 100 Backstroke.  Sophie is a great person that is a big part of our team.

Kierra has qualified for her first regional swim meet, too.  She works hard in the classroom and the pool.  She will be swimming the 100 Butterfly.  Kierra is a very valuable asset to our team.