High School Football Report: Kendrick "KJ" Joseph Jr. - Class of 2027 | St. James High School

Basic Information:

  • Name: Kendrick "KJ" Joseph Jr.

  • Twitter Handle: @Kendrick1Joseph

  • Class: 2027

  • Height & Weight: 5'11" | 160 lbs

  • Positions: SB, CB

  • Jersey #: 36

  • Location: St. James High School, Vacherie, LA

Physical Attributes:

  • Build: Lean and athletic

  • Speed: Impressive with a 4.57-second 40-yard dash

  • Strength: Bench press of 185 lbs, Squat of 315 lbs

Performance Highlights:

  • Accolades: All District Honorable Mention (Freshman year)

  • Games Played: 12

  • Rushing: 272 yards on 51 touches, averaging 5.3 yards per carry, 2 touchdowns

  • Receiving: 16 yards

  • Kick Returns: 33 yards

  • All-Purpose Yards: 321

  • Defensive Contribution: 1 solo tackle

Playing Style:

  • Positional Flexibility: Athlete who excels at RB, WR, and CB positions

  • Strengths: Speed, explosiveness, physicality, intelligence

  • Footwork: Exceptional footwork, contributing to overall agility and maneuverability on the field

Off-Field Traits:

  • Academic Performance: Maintaining a 3.0 GPA

  • Multi-Sport Athlete: Also participates in track

  • Interests: Enjoys working out, playing PS5 with friends, and spending quality time with family

Potential Areas for Improvement:

  • Given the versatile skill set, honing specific skills based on the primary position might enhance overall performance.

  • Continuous development in tackling skills for defensive contributions.

Outlook: Kendrick "KJ" Joseph Jr. is an exciting prospect with a well-rounded athletic profile. His versatility allows for strategic deployment across various positions, making him a valuable asset to the St. James Wildcats. With a solid foundation in speed, explosiveness, and intelligence, KJ shows promise for continued success on the football field. As he continues to develop his skills and refine specific positional techniques, his impact on both offense and defense is likely to grow. Off the field, his commitment to academics and engagement in multiple sports demonstrates a holistic approach to his development as a student-athlete. KJ's journey through high school football holds great potential, and his passion for the game is evident in his dedication to both physical and mental aspects of the sport.

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