JJ Geen MVP Interview

David Schuman: Congrats on winning an award. How did it feel?

It was an honor. I am truly grateful for the experience.

Coach Schuman: What did you do to prepare for the National Underclassmen Combine?

I have been running track and lifting 4-5 days a week.

Coach Schuman:Have you been to the NUC before? How did you do? What were your expectations going into this years event?

No, this was a first. My uncle and AAU track coach signed me up and paid for it. I expected to compete with the best talent in the country and get noticed.

Coach Schuman:You were MVP! What are your goals now?

My goals are to continue working hard and to continue developing my body so that I can help my team win another state title and eventually earn a scholarship to play football.

Coach Schuman:How did you hear about the National Underclassmen Combine and what was your favorite part about the event?

I heard about from my AAU track coach. My favorite part was competing against guys I didn’t know and seeing the talent that’s out there.

Coach Schuman:If you can choose 5 schools where you would be interested in playing what would they be?

UF, MIAMI, BAMA, FSU, and GaTech

Coach Schuman:What do you like about high school football? What are your goals for your team and yourself?

I love Friday nights; nothing compares to the feeling of preparing for and playing on Fridays. My team goal is to win another state championship and my personal goals are to be first team all-state.

Coach Schuman:Do you play other sports? Tell about your accomplishments?

I run track and play basketball.

Coach Schuman:What is your favorite thing about football? What makes it a great sport to you?

I love just being around my teammates and the camaraderie. Also the way our city comes out and supports the team. We get a full house regardless of who we are playing.

Coach Schuman:Tell me about your training regimen...How do you get better every day?

I do our basic football training. We lift and run weekly. Track practice also helps with my speed.

Coach Schuman: What are you looking for in college? Academically? football?

I am looking for great facilities and the ability to attain a college degree. I want a school with lots of tradition and a team that plays the type of southern football I grew up watching.