Jack Ward '24 Recruiting Profile

My name is Sam Ward. I am a freshman at Skutt Catholic High School.  I have played at the most competitive levels of football available to me since age 9.    This year I was happy we were able to play football in spite of C19 schedule restrictions. 

Team: I like positive  teammates and mentor type coaching.  I like working hard to achieve and being recognized for doing well.  I can handle constructive criticism and learn from my mistakes.  I like competing and winning.   I hate losing games, making excuses, or teammates who blame others when things don't go well on the field. 

Offense:  Left Tackle -  Our team runs the veer from several formations with zone blocking schemes.   I understand the offensive discipline of lineman footwork and communication, reacting to a blitz, and staying focused.  

Defense:  Defensive tackle.  Our team plays 4 man front but flexes to a 5 or 6 at goal-line situations.  I cover the A gap.      

School, Career and Interests:  My career goal is to become a firefighter and serve the community someday.  My great grandfather was a fire chief in Omaha and have learned of his many stories.  I am wired to help people and to not disappoint those who depend on me.  My best subjects in school are Industrial Tech,  Science,  Art, Biology, and Social Studies.   I have a true passion for creating visual art.  I have received local, state and national awards for my art entries.    

The perfect school for me will offer competitive football,  a degree track in Firefighting Science (rescue/EMT) and/or Visual Arts (paint, drawing, or industrial tech).