One Of The Top Punters In Florida: Jackson Kauppi

Jackson Kauppi is a 2024 recruit who plays Punter at Jupiter High School. Kauppi is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2024 and is ranked as a top 25 Punter in the class as well. In addition, Kauppi is listed among one of the top recruits in the state of Florida and is listed as the #3 Punter in the state of Florida.

Who are some role models in your life?

My role models are both my mom and dad because they helped put me on the correct and hardworking path to success.

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

Some artists I listen to before games are Lil Uzi, Lil Baby, and BabyTron.

What are the strengths of your game?

The strengths of my game are my dedication and determination to reach my high set goals.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory of my career was my first punt. My first punt was no where near successful, but it showed me that no path you take will be an easy one, and it will require you to persevere through many difficulties to reach your endgame.

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

A piece of advice I would give to an aspiring D1 athlete would be to set high goals for yourself to achieve. Setting higher goals will promote more improvement, competing against both others and yourself.

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

If I could travel anywhere in the world right now I would travel to the Bahamas because of the tropical atmosphere and weather.

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

I recently fell in love with playing football at 16 years old.

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

If I could meet one sports hero it would be Rob Gronkowski.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment would be when Tennessee scored the game winning field goal against Alabama and Tennessee fans stormed the field.