Getting to Know: Jacob Green

By DEVIN SALMONS

Name: Jacob Green

Sport: Lacrosse

Hashtag that best describes you or your philosophy: #goforbroke

Why did you choose Lacrosse?: It’s fun; the competitiveness of the sport keeps me going.

Why do you continue to play the sport?: I am an elite player, and I feel that I am a valuable asset to my team.

If you could achieve anything you wished for in Lacrosse, what would it be?: I want DI Scholarship. I want colleges to see my potential.

What would be your ultimate achievement in Lacrosse this year?: To win that state championship!

How important is achieving your sporting goals?: It is important to me, because I set high standards for myself.

Who is a player (at any level) you look up to, and why?: Calvin Johnson. He was an elite athlete and carried his team every week, and put his body on the line

every week.

What traits do you love in a team leader?: A comedic relief. Every once in a while, things get pretty tense, and I like someone who can keep things light.

What are the physical things I do really well in my sport?: Run, jump, shoot – I do it all, and I think with the help of my teammates they help me do it even better.

Why do you consider yourself a leader?: Because physically and mentally I carry myself well and it feel like it rubs off on my teammates.

What are the mental things you do really well in Lacrosse?: I never lose confidence in myself or my teammates.