2023 PFN Player Profile: Getting To Know Hempfield QB Jackson Landis

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Josiah Pletcher | June 17, 2023

Jackson Landis

Quarterback

Hempfield

Class Of 2024

Jersey #8

Height/Weight: 6’1 185 lbs

Twitter: @Jackson_Landis8

Head coach George Eager says “Jackson is the unquestioned leader of the offense.  He is a talented quarterback that does things the right way.  He will be a tremendous asset as a player and person for whatever college pursues his talents.”

When did you start playing football and why do you play? 

I started playing football in 6th grade. I play because I love the game and the relationships I’ve made through football.

Who is your favorite athlete of all time and why?

My favorite athlete of all time is Ben Roethlisberger because I’m a Steelers fan and I try to mirror my game after him.

What is your favorite memory from last season? 

I have 2 favorite memories from last year. The first was throwing the game winning touchdown pass in my first start with seconds left week 2 against York High. The other was going on a 17 play game winning drive to beat Wilson on the road.

What is one thing you wish you could change about last season? 

One thing I wish I could change about last season is how the season ended.

What is one goal you have for yourself this season?

One goal I have for myself this year is 2500 passing yards and 30 total tds.

What is one goal you have for the team this season?

A goal I have for the team is to repeat as section 1 champions.

What is next for you? Do you have any college coaches talking to you? 

I want to play football in college and am currently talking to coaches.

Do you know what you want to major in?

I would like to major in business management.

If you could play another position what would it be?

If I could play another position it would be wide receiver.

When you are not playing football, what do you like to do?

When I’m not playing football I like to fish and golf.

Who is your biggest role model and why?

My biggest role models are my parents. They have raised me to be the person I am today. My trainer, Darryl Daniels, is also a huge role model for me.

What is the best football game you have ever watched?

The best football game I’ve ever watched was the Bills vs Chiefs playoff game from 2021.

Favorite food?

My favorite food is burgers and fries.

Favorite musical artist?

My favorite music artist is Luke Combs and my favorite rapper is lil baby.

Favorite subject in school?

My favorite subject in school is math.

Favorite vacation destination?

My favorite vacation spot is Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Favorite professional sports team?

My favorite professional sports team is the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Favorite sport other than football?

My favorite sport other than football is basketball.

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