Ahead of this weekend’s Rookie Session in St Neots, we sat down with Running Back and local boy Jake Halliday from last season’s impressive class of rookies…
Name: Jake Halliday
Position: RB
Height: 5ft 7ins
Weight: 195lbs
Hometown: St Neots, Cambs
Age: 20
Favourite NFL team: Houston Texans
Favourite NFL player: JJ Watt
How did you get involved with American football?
I got involved with American football through a friend who told me come down and try it out, came to one training session and was hooked.
Did anything take you by surprise during your first season?
The standard of level the division has to offer took me by surprise, there are a lot of committed athletes involved in the sport.
Secondly, what goes on behind the scenes to make the club as successful as it is, a lot of free time and effort goes into making the club what it is.
What is your favourite thing about playing for the Eagles so far?
My favourite thing about playing for the Eagles has to be the team I’m playing with; a lot hard working and committed guys and I have a lot of time for that.
What are your aims for next season?
I’d like to work on getting more game time and being first choice on the depth chart. I’ve been making good progress in the gym in the off season so hopefully it transfers over to on the field.
If you had one piece of advice for anyone considering playing American Football for the first time, what would it be?
Be prepared for the physicality and the dedication of American football.
There is no other sport that has athletes that work this hard for a sport they enjoy. Oh and buy a good lid, you won’t regret it.
The first two rookie sessions take place at Priory Park in St Neots on Sunday 4th and Sunday 11th October.
Each session takes place between 11am and 1pm. All you need to bring with you is football/rugby boots, some water, appropriate clothing to be out running in the weather and a valid form of photo ID.
To register your interest, please visit the relevant Event Page on Facebook:
Session 1 – St Neots
Session 2 – St Neots
Session 3 – Luton
Session 4 – Milton Keynes
