A weekly Q&A with Baylor's student-athletes
April 23, 2007
BEAR FACTS Archive
Jeremy Jackson
Men's Track
Junior, 110m Hurdles
When did you start playing your sport?
When I was six.
Who has had the greatest impact on your career?
My mother.
What is the best part of being a college athlete?
Competing against good athletes.
Favorite sport other than your own?
Basketball.
What is your nickname on the team and why?
J-Snacks because we were on a trip, and every time people had food I would ask for some.
After meeting Coach Harbour, what was you first thought?
That he really wanted me to come here.
If you could run a different event, what would it be?
400m
Do you have a pre-game ritual, if so what is it?
Listen to music - "We Ready" by Archie Eversole
What is the funniest moment from Baylor practice?
Watching people rig, when they hit a wall at the end of a race.
Who are your favorite sports heroes?
Michael Jordan and Jesse Owens
What is the highlight of your sports career?
I think I've yet to see it.
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
Last year at regionals, we were doing warm-ups and I fell in front of everyone.
What is the biggest challenge you have had to overcome?
Transition from high school to college with the hurdle heights, it changed three inches.
What opposing schools do you most look forward to competing against?
Texas Tech
What is the one thing Coach Harbour always tells you?
Be confident. You're ready. Execute.
What is your favorite team road trip?
Texas Relays.
Who is your biggest fan?
My mom.
Why did you choose to attend Baylor?
I thought it was a good atmosphere, and I really clicked with the team.
What's the most important thing you've learned as a Baylor athlete?
Have pride in everything you do.
What single thing will you most miss about Baylor when you leave?
Hanging out with my teammates and cracking jokes.
Who is your all-time favorite Baylor athlete?
Bayano Kamani.
As a role model to young athletes, what advice can you give?
Keep academics as a part of what you're doing, sports don't always work out. Stay humble.
What are three words that describe you?
Loud, comical, and country.
What song is stuck in your head right now?
"Because of You" by Neo.
What is your favorite T.V. show?
Heroes
Name one thing that people would be surprised to learn about you.
I can sing.
Name one thing you can't go a week without.
Music
What is your dream job?
Physical Therapist
What's your most valued possession?
Bible
What song is playing in your MP3 player right now?
"So Emotional" by One Chance
Best non-athletic talent?
Singing
Favorite musical artist?
Lauryn Hill
Biggest superstition?
I warm-up the exact same way every time.
Biggest pet-peeve?
Liars
Least favorite food?
Cheese
Worst movie you've seen?
Norbit
Favorite T-Shirt?
Make 7UP yours
Best opposing Big 12 fans?
Texas A&M
Movies or TV?
TV
MTV or ESPN?
ESPN
Inflatable Judge or Bruiser?
Bruiser
Daytime or Nighttime?
Nighttime
Cars or Trucks?
Trucks
