Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names: Alfredo & Maribel Rodriguez
Siblings: Rubi & Esmerelda Rodriguez
Position or events: For football I played kicker, punter, linebacker and running back. For track and field I run the 100 and 200, 4x1, and 4x2
Instagram: @_jesus.rodriguez_
Career Highlight: One of my career highlights was when I recovered a fumble on the last play against Brillion for playoffs.

At what age did you start playing your main sport?
I started playing football my freshman year of high school.

Who introduced you to the sport?
My friend Dylan Peot introduced me to football.

Has this always been your favorite sport?

Yes, football has always been my favorite sport.

What has been your favorite part of high school athletics?
My favorite part of high school athletics has been making memories with friends and going to Culvers after every track meet.

How do you balance athletics and academics? Has it changed throughout your years in high school?
I balance athletics and academics by equally setting aside a certain amount of time for each one. Yes, it has changed throughout the years because all four years have varied in difficulty.

What would you say is your biggest asset as an athlete and a teammate?
My biggest asset as an athlete and teammate is being encouraging and supporting my teammates to help them succeed.

What has been your most memorable experience in high school sports so far?
Beating Southern Door my sophomore year for a regional championship was an amazing game to experience.

How do you feel you’ve grown (as a person and athlete), since the beginning of high school?

I feel like I’ve become more confident in my sports and grown to become a better teammate and help others in tough situations. High School and sports has taught me to persevere through hard obstacles.

Do you have any pre-meet rituals/routines/superstitions?
Before every game I would listen to music and during warmups I would always pray.

Is there a professional athlete you look up to? If so, why?
Not really.

Any memorable coaches or teammates you’d like to give a shout out to?
I would like to shout out to my teammates and coaches — especially my friends who helped me along the way and pushed me to do my best on the field.

Favorite song?
My favorite song is “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar.

Any favorite drink during a game (water, Gatorade, Powerade)?

Water and sometimes Gatorade.

Outside of sports, how do you enjoy spending your time?
I enjoy hanging out with my friends, fishing, driving around and spending time with my family.

As you exit high school, how would you like to be remembered throughout the activities you were involved in?
I would like to be remembered as a kind and supportive person who always includes everyone.

Future Plans? (college, major, career, etc.)
I plan to start my career working in the trades.