2023 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Ephrata WR, DB Jeremiah Knowles
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Billy Splain | July 31, 2023
Jeremiah Knowles
WR, DB
Ephrata
Class Of 2024
Jersey #8
HT/WT 5’ 9” 160lbs
62 rec, 1118 rec yds, 13 td, 7 int, 193 tckls
Other sports Track and field
2x defensive MVP 2x Joe Bauder award
Twitter @J_knowles8
Coach Miller says “Jeremiah is the definition of a student-athlete. He carries a 4.0 GPA and was a 1st Team All Section Defensive Back and Wide Receiver as a sophomore and junior. You will find him near the football on offense, defense, and special teams. He led our team in catches, yards, tackles, and interceptions in 2023″.
LET’S GET TO KNOW JEREMIAH
Why do you play football?
I grew up playing this sport, I love being active, I’m competitive, and just have a lot of fun playing the game of football.
It’s gameday! What are you looking forward to the most?
Making plays when it matters.
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Jalen hurts, I’m a big Eagles fan and he lead them to win an NFC championship and a close one in the Super Bowl.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
It was Sophomore year against Warwick. It was 4th and long on our 40. We called a pass play and I was running a go. Our QB rolled out and chucked it deep. It was a little under thrown, and it turned into a jump ball. I jumped up higher than the defender and caught it on his facemask and set us up for a touchdown on the next play.
What was last years season like for you?
Played both sides of the ball and special teams. I rarely came off the field but still played hard through all 4 quarters.
What are your goals for this coming season?
Break the school record for receiving yards and tackles, as well as make the district playoffs.
What stadium, HS/college/pro would you love to visit for a game?
I’m a big eagles fan so visiting Lincoln Financial field would be awesome
What is your favorite Pro team, any sport?
The Philadelphia Eagles
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
Super Bowl 52 when the Eagles beat the Patriots for their first super bowl win in history.
What sports movie would you watch every day if you had to pick one and why?
Facing the Giants. It’s an under dog story where a little team from the middle of no where encounters Jesus like never before and wins the state championship.
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Win a state championship
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
My dad. He is tough, is a great example of what it looks like to lead a family, and is a big supporter of all his kids. He helps is willing to sacrifice a lot to help us accomplish our dreams.
Is there anyone in your family, besides your parents, you could consider your biggest fan? Who, Why?
My oldest brother. I have learned a lot from him and we both run track and play football, so he is willing to help me with the mental stuff that I get caught up on.
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?
Yard games such as Spikeball, cornhole, and even volleyball are a bunch of fun and I love playing them with my siblings.
What is your favorite football memory to date?
Mossing the LL leagues #1 receiver sophomore year.
What is your favorite play to run?
Wheel stop. I have a wheel route that turns into a comeback. I get open every time, it’s just a great play
What scares you the most?
Knowing that I could have tried harder in game
Music of choice:
Contemporary Christian
What was your favorite gift as a little boy? Why?
I got a little tiny skateboard when I was very little and I took it every where I went.
What restaurant is your go to when you need a big meal?
Infinitos. It’s a pizza buffet that I have gone to so many times
What is your favorite vacation destination?
National parks. I love seeing Gods creation and going on hikes.
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