Q&AwithJacksonLindsey

From advice to biggest moments on the field, Lindsey discusses what brought him to play football.

by Jeffrey Birnbaum

comes out of players when they step on the football field.”

Q: What do you believe makes you a great athlete?

A: “Well, first of all, it depends on genetics and that sets you up for greatness also starting in the weight room and by eating right.”

Q: Why are you so passionate about playing football? Is it something from a personal level or team wise?

Jackson Lindsey on senior night.

In the month of December, I got the chance to sit down with Hinsdale Central athlete Jackson Lindsey. I asked Jack about his experience playing football in high school. Lindsey was more than willing to give interesting and quality answers.

Lindsey is currently in his senior year and competes on the varsity football team. Lindsey plays the defensive back position and has played the position since his freshman year.

Q: When did you start playing sports?

A: “When I was four. And I started playing soccer and moved to baseball and then I moved to football.“

Q: What is your favorite sport to play?

A: “Football because I love the team comradery and I love the fiery spirit that

A: “Playing football was fun because I knew the majority of players on the team and I had a bond with those players over time. It was a special moment for me.”

Q: Is there any coach or athlete that you look up to?

A: “My brother. Matt Lindsey (Coach Lindsey). He played at Central and taught me the ways and showed me what was expected of me.”

Q: Describe a moment in your athletic career where you faced a challenge and conquered it.

A: “ I have a heart condition. When I was diagnosed with it, I thought I’d never play again. It pushed me into a different direction that showed me more appreciation for the game of football.”

Q: What was your favorite athletic moment at Hinsdale Central?

A: “Freshman year when we were playing Lyons Township and some kid did a reverse and it didn’t work and he cut back my way and I made a tackle for a huge loss.”

Q: What got you interested in playing football in high school?

A: “My parents pushed me into playing a sport and football was something really relatable to me.”

Q: What is one piece of advice you would give to upcoming players?

A: “If You get placed on the B team freshman year, that doesn’t mean anything for varsity. It just depends on who has more heart and determination.”

Q: What piece of advice stuck with you the most?

A: “Hips don’t lie. As a defensive back, you’re taught to read the ball carrier through the hips because the hips tell you everything you need to know.”

Q: What do your future plans look like?

A: “My football career has ended, but I would be open to anything in the future.” Edited for clarity and length.