Jadon O’Neal – Athlete Biography

    Caroline DePhillips

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    My Time at J-M
    May 26, 2017

    Jadon O’Neal is a sophomore and a member of the football team.

    O’Neal has been playing football for seven years. His father had played football and he motivated him to be a part of the football team. Jadon plays the positions center, tackle, and linebacker.

    “I’m looking forward to the Carmichaels game because they’re our biggest rival,” says O’Neal. One of his favorite things about football is making friends from other schools.

    O’Neal feels good about this years season. One of his pregame rituals before any game is to listen to music.

    When asked what advice he would give to someone who wants to join football O’Neal said, “Be ready to work hard.” He says the most difficult aspect of football is the running.

    O’Neal would like to continue being a part of the football team until he graduates. He also feels that football is something he would like to pursue after high school.

    One goal that Jadon has for this season is to reach thirty tackles. Good luck to Jadon O’Neal and the rest of the football team for a good season.