2026 PFN Player Profile: Jace Malakoski-TE/WR/DE-Southern Columbia
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Cody Brady | July 25, 2026
Jace Malakoski
Southern Columbia
Class Of 2027
TE/WR/DE
Jersey #8
6’3” 215lbs
19 Receptions, 344 Receiving yards, and 3 TDs in 2025
Other sports Track, Basketball
2x State Champion, All State TE
Twitter/X @JaceMalakoski8
Coach Says: Will be a 4-year starter at tight end, outstanding blocker and one of the top receiving tight ends in program history. Also has contributed at DE.
Why do you play football?
I’ve played football growing up, and it teaches you valuable lessons.
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Jalen Hurts, he does what he needs to do. He is a humble athlete who leads by example.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
When I caught a 2pt conversion from Louden Murphy in my freshman season. It was my first high school points.
What was last years season like for you?
It was AWESOME. I won a state championship with the guys I grew up with.
What are your goals for this coming season?
Win a state championship.
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
#50 from Bald Eagle Area in 2023
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
Eagles superbowl win in 2018, it was the teams first championship win.
Describe what the perfect teammate is
Somebody who has your back and will back you up.
Tell everyone why you think football is good for a community
It brings everybody in a community together for an entire season. It is something people can talk about and bond over.
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Take a snap under center.
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
Jalen hurts, he is very humble and works hard.
What is your favorite practice drill? What is your least favorite practice drill?
Favorite: Skeleton drill, Least: Lineman Shutes
Preseason Two a Days are:
Hard but rewarding
Is there anyone in your family, besides your parents, you could consider your biggest fan? Who, Why?
My pap, he is always at my games and supporting me no matter what.
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?
Fishing, it is very relaxing.
What is your favorite play to run?
TE screen
is a hot dog a sandwich? If not, then why?
No, the buns are attached. NOT A SANDWICH!
Music of choice:
Country
Best thing you ever got from a teammate? Why?
The qb on my high school team, Ayden Hockenbroch baked me a cake once. It was my birthday.
Favorite pizza topping?
Green peppers
What is your favorite vacation destination?
Beach
Do you remember what the first football game you saw was?
The first full game that I watched was Super Bowl 49.
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