2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Central Catholic Offensive/Defensivelineman Ryan Jameson
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Ethan Spozarski | June 8, 2024
Name: Ryan Jameson
Positions: DT, DE, G
School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
Class: Senior
Jersey: #57
Height, Weight: 6’ 3” – 270 LBS
Other Sports: Track and Field (Shot put & Discus)
Coach says, “Hardworking grinder, 1500 LB kid in the weight room, hungry to finally play his senior year.”
Why do you play football?
I play because it is a lot of fun. The physicality and I love the competition.
It’s gamely! What are you looking forward to most?
Every gamely I am always looking forward to being out there with my teammates and all of us working towards a common goal.
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Saquon Barkley, got into college football in 2017 and he was in his prime, he’s so much fun to watch.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
My sophomore year against Penn Hills a blocked kick, Penn Hills thought it was over and we picked it up, scored and won the game.
What was last year’s season like for you?
Been frustrating, lost a few WPIAL championships and we tried to stay focused and not dwell on the past.
What are your goals for the coming season?
Team goals: win a ring and then state championship.
Personal goals: be a dominant DT and show them what I can do.
Who is the best player you have ever lined up against?
Woodland Hills, Peirce Canon (OL)
What stadium (HS, College or Pro) would you love to visit for a game?
SoFi Studium
Who is your favorite pro team? (any sports)
Pittsburgh Steelers
What game (yours, college, pro) was your favorite game you watched and why?
2019, Alabama vs Auburn and the kick-six
What sports movie would you watch every day if you had to pick one and why?
Waterboy, it’s a great movie and really funny.
If your mom and dad are screaming at you from the stands, what do they usually yell?
Dad would yell at me to pay attention and stay focused.
Name one thing you’d love to have in football that may never happen?
Running a screen and I intercept it and score a touchdown.
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like and WHY?
My Dad, he has taught me a lot of what I know about football. He’s hardworking and always pushes me.
Name a sport you’d love to play but can’t?
Hockey.
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
First game I ever played in Middle School, we got destroyed by Woodland Hills and it wasn’t fun.
When you aren’t playing, practicing, or training for sports, what activity do you go to and why?
I really like playing pick up basketball. Nothing serious, but fun.
What scares you the most?
Always scared of a head injury, some sort of concussion.
Music of choice?
Rap
What was your favorite gift? Why?
A playstation 5 for Christmas, and I wasn’t expecting it.
What restaurant is your go to when you need a big meal?
Caliente’s Pizza
What is your favorite vacation destination?
Austria, went skiing with my family
Do you remember what the first football game you saw LIVE was?
First game was Steelers vs Ravens when I was in first grade.
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