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2026 PFN Player Profile: Caleb Hernandez-DT-Hempfield

Tagged under: District 3, News, Player Previews

| July 1, 2026


Caleb Hernandez

Hempfield

Class Of 2027

DT

Jersey #59

5’8 210

27 tackles 5 tfl

2nd team LL allstar d tackle

Twitter/X @CalebH92308


Coach Says: Caleb is a dynamic two way player on the offensive and defensive lines. He is the heart and soul of our team. He will lead us to success this year.


Why do you play football?

I play football because I love to win and I love the bonds and bestfriend I build

It’s gameday! What are you looking forward to the most? 

I most look forward to being able to play and celebrate after a big win

Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?

Brian burns because I’m a giants fan and I think he one of the best pass rusher in the league

Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:

My tackle against Wilson on a 3rd and 2 for them to punt

What was last years season like for you?

A lot of fun learned a lot about the game

What are your goals for this coming season?

To get 10 tfl and first team defensive line and winning a LL championship

Who is the best player you ever lined up against?

Micheal Scott even though he didn’t play near me he was a allstar

When the game is on the line, which college/professional coach would you like to call in the play? 

I want Steve Sarkisan

What stadium, HS/college/pro would you love to visit for a game?

MetLife

What is your favorite Pro team, any sport?

Giants football

What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?

Exeter vs Hempfield because we were picked to lose and pulled out a big win

What sports movie would you watch every day if you had to pick one and why?

Miracle because it show the passion for the game and getting a good win

If your mom and dad are screaming at you from the stands, what is it they usually yell?

Usually just good job Caleb

Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?

Get a touchdown

Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?

My grandfather because he is a hard worker and always find a way around obstacles

Name a sport you’d love to play but can’t:

Wrestling

What is your most embarrassing sports moment?

Getting stiff armed vs William penn

If you could only drive one car for the rest of your life, what would it be? 

Camaro ZL1

When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?

Hanging out with family and friend cause I enjoy the bonds, and golfing because it a good way to get your mind off stuff.

What is your favorite football memory to date?

Winning vs Exeter

What is your favorite play to run?

I really enjoy any play I pull

What scares you the most?

Deep water

Music of choice:

RnB

What is the most food you ever ate in one sitting?

2 pizzas

What restaurant is your go to when you need a big meal?

Chilis

What is your favorite vacation destination?

Miami

Do you remember what the first football game you saw was?

First game I remeber was giant cowboy when made the catch

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