Yesterday on Twitter, Downingtown West senior Jake Kucera announced he committed to the University of Maine. He was recruited as a safety.
“They made me feel like I was home. It’s a super competitive conference that will push me to be my best. The coaching staff made me feel more than welcomed and it just felt like home.”
Kucera is excited about the Whippets 2023 season.
“We’re looking at potentially a really good year, so the goal is to work as hard as possible, not take anything for granted, and win championships.”
Jake had a big year in 2022. Here are his statistics.
Offense:
1 pass TD on 1 attempt for 63 yards.
40 receptions
765 yards
10 TDs
26 carries
269 yards
2 TDs
Defense:
43 tackles
3 int.
1 sack
Special Teams:
1 punt return TD
“Jake is one of the best two-way football players I have ever been lucky enough to coach,” said Head Coach Mike Milano. “He quarterbacks our secondary and is a very physical presence. On offense, he excels as a blocker, runner, and receiver.”
