Basha’s Next Star Lineman: Jake Hildebrand

Jake Hildebrand is a 2027 recruit who plays Offensive Tackle at Basha High School. Hildebrand is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2027 and is ranked among one of the top Offensive Tackles in the class as well. In addition, Hildebrand is listed among one of the top recruits in the state of Arizona and is listed among one of the top Offensive Tackles in the state of Arizona. He currently holds an offer from Arizona State.

Who are some role models in your life?

Some of my role models are my parents, JJ Watt and Mike Tomlin.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Elvis Presley, Nickelback and King Von

What are the strengths of your game?

My height, length and agility

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Receiving my first D1 power 5 offer as an incoming freshman

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

Noah Roberts, an incoming freshman at Basha

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

If you want to play in front of thousands, you have to outwork thousands.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I would want to go to Somalia to help out the community.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

4 years old

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Pat Tillman

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

When Tom Brady won the Super Bowl with the Buccaneers.