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Get to Know: Jaiden Hayes, South Mountain Football
Name: Jaiden Hayes
Position: Defensive Back
Height: 5'10
Weight: 170
Graduation Year: 2019
GPA: 2.5
Favorite Athlete: Jalen Ramsey
Favorite Musician/Artist: Kodak Black
Favorite Movie: Friday
When did you start playing football, and who did you play with/for before high school?
I started playing football when I was six years old. I played for the South Pop Warner Jackrabbits.
What is your favorite memory on the football field?
I would say when I made my first interception on varsity my sophomore year.
What’s your favorite part about playing for your school?
My favorite part about playing for my school is the tradition that will forever carry on at South Mountain. I love coming here because my family also went here. It's like home to me.
What is your ultimate goal for football? Playoffs? Championship? College? How do you plan to work to accomplish that goal?
My ultimate goal in football is to play in college- that's what I have always dreamed of since I was little. I also would like to play in the playoffs my senior year.
Who is the toughest opponent you’ve gone up against (team and individual player)?
The toughest opponent I have gone against is Shamar Moreland. He is now at Ottawa University .
Who are some people in your life that have been a positive influence in you as a student athlete?
Positive influences in me as a student athlete are all of my coaches through out my life, and also my family.
What is a way you’re able to use football to help you make a positive impact in your school or in the community?
I can make a big impact at my school or in the community by showing if I can do it, they can too. Just do what you love to do and someone will notice you.
