Coach Schuman: What did you do to prepare for the National Underclassmen Combine?Jachin Watkins: To prepare for the NUC I trained during school doing combine events as well as afterschool on my own.
Coach Schuman: Have you been to the NUC before? How did you do? What were your expectations going into this years event?
Jachin Watkins: This was my first NUC event. I received the overall Freshman MVP award. I didn’t really know what to expect but I expressed to everyone that my goal was to bring home the overall MVP and I did.
Coach Schuman: You were MVP! What are your goals now?
Jachin Watkins: My goal is to improve my skill level by improving my 40 time; increasing my strength so my bench reps increase; and get stronger in my broad and vertical jumps. I am setting my sights on the RB MVP next time around.
Coach Schuman: How did you hear about the National Underclassmen Combine and what was your favorite part about the event?
Jachin Watkins: I heard about it from friends and my coach and then I researched it on the internet. My favorite part was the 1 on 1’s against the LB.
Coach Schuman: If you can choose 5 schools where you would be interested in playing what would they be?
Jachin Watkins: 1) University of Southern California; 2) Univeristy of Miami; 3) Ohio State University; 4) Louisiana State University; 5) University of North Carolina
Coach Schuman: What do you like about high school football? What are your goals for your team and yourself?
Jachin Watkins: I like the speed and pace of high school football. My goal is to earn a starting varsity spot and help my team win another state championship.
Coach Schuman: Do you play other sports? Tell me about your accomplishments?
Jachin Watkins: Yes. I play basketball and lacrosse and run track. I play on an AAU traveling basketball team which gives me the opportunity to play against some of the best players on the east coast. I am very proud of the fact that I have a 4.25 GPA and excel in my honors classes and all areas of my academics.
Coach Schuman: What is your favorite thing about football? What makes it a great sport to you?
Jachin Watkins: I love running the ball, the contact, and how quick the game is. I love supporting my team and hearing the crowd cheer for us. The family feel of the team and the spirit of cooperation between the team, coaches, parents and fans is great.
Coach Schuman: Tell me about your training regimen...How do you get better every day?
Jachin Watkins: I work out during school in weight training as well as afterschool. I belong to the YMCA and work out there as well as by participating in other sports(basketball and lacrosse) to stay in shape.
Coach Schuman: What are you looking for in a college? Academically? football?Jachin Watkins: I am looking for a college with an excellent academic program so that I can get a top-notch education and a great football program that will help me improve on my skills and propel me to the next level.
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