Mr. Everything

Mister everything, John Themidor comes knocking in.

"I feel like I’m going to be known as one of the greatest Haitian ever to play the game."

JOHN THEMIDOR

Position

Linebacker

Team

Jones High School

Height/Weight

6'2,  245lb 

                                                                        40- 4.7

 

Squat Max

600

Bench Max

315

Vertical 

34

Broad Jump

10'00

20 yard shuttle

4.39

 Graduation Year

2013

                                                              OVERVIEW

John was born in Haiti and move to Orlando, Florida at the age of 9. Playing a variety of sports helped John become the football player he is today. With great size and speed, John has the ability to step into a college program and contribute right away. John's journey of playing major college football is getting closer to realization every day. Working hard in the classroom and excelling on the field is an easy task. With major college programs at the door steps, John must make a tough choice of where he will suit up for the next 4 years and earn a world class education. 

Here is a brief interview on the upcoming student-athlete as he takes his game to the NEXT LEVEL!

BACKGROUND  

John played soccer throughout middle school. He never thought he would be playing football coming out of winning "Division C" championship in soccer. He saw from all the run and quick stop, it had helped him with his agility skills. In his first year of participating in track and field he would always be placed one of the top eighth player. In hard work and dedication that created the state of mind where he would compete among the top Floridian in the state. 

Not a lot of athletes can say “hey I done did dragon boating” I know you're wondering what this kid is talking bout. Well it’s an ancient sport that been going on for quite sometime now. Where we call our self the dueling dragons. We participate in the Major League Dragon Boat competition where we won first place at the 2011 grand open division. 

Through this experience it has helped him in working as one and it helps with his slap, ripe and dip for the football field. He also does weightlifting where he became one of the team captains. He was always place at the top of his weight class. With all these skills, it has helped him to become a well rounded player.

QUICK FACTS

Glories-royal int. track meet boy shot put 3rd place, class 2A track boys state runner up 2nd, place dragon boat 1st and 2nd place, outstanding sportsmanship by the National Guards, Division c championship trophy , 5 1st place ribbons 2 2nd place for weightlifting.

Question- Answer Session

1) What Do you want to Major in College?

I would love to follow my father footsteps and become a civil engineer and possibly go into criminal justice field.

2) What do you bring to a college program?

I bring commitment, leadership, hard worker, and set high expectations for myself on and off the field. I am a student of the game and I bring leadership on my team. I'm the QB of the defense, I have to know my stuff!

3) How would you describe your playing style?

I would say mind over matter. 90% of the game is mental and 10% physical. I give it my all on the field. I am great team player.  With hard work and dedication I can overcome any obstacle standing in my way.

4) Who were the most important influences to you as a player and in life throughout the years?

The biggest influence on my life is my Mother. Raising a young man is not an easy task, especially when there no father figure in the house. She always have words of encouragement and that motivates me to keep pushing. It would be a dream come true for her to see me attend a major university.

5) Besides football, do you play any other sports?

I threw the shot put and discuss in Track and Field and compete in Weightlifting.

6) What position do you play in high school and what position do you want to play in college?

I play defensive end, offensive tackle, in high school. I would like to play either middle linebacker, outside linebacker, or defensive end in college. I have great size which will allow me to contribute to a college program right away.

7) What are the 3 things you looking for in a school?

I’m looking for a school that has a great reputation. I would also like to attend a school that have a balance of academics and athletics.

8) What would you consider your strengths?

I can say my determination to accomplish my goals both on and off the field.

9) What is something you think you could work on to improve?

I would consider improving my technique and not being content with where I'm currently at. I want to progress and get better everyday.

10) What would playing in college mean to you and your family?

Playing college football, would be a dream come true. I grew up in the poverty in Haiti. I believe my hard work will allow me and my family to live the American Dream. I always see my self doing great thing that my family expects me to do. My Mom is my motivation to keep my dream alive. My mom is as a hard working independent woman, she deserve to brag about how her son playing college ball and living his dream.

"I would like to Thanks Next Level for helping me to realize my dreams and potential. They helped me to expand my knowledge of the recruiting process and the steps in getting a football scholarship. I liked that they followed up on my progress and act as a mentor. It helped me to build lasting networks and relationships"

Photo courtesy- Jone's HS Media Department.