Pleasant Grove’s Star Sophomore Lineman: Lance Jackson

Lance Jackson is a 4 Star recruit who plays Defensive Line at Pleasant Grove High School. Jackson is ranked as the 132nd best recruit in the class of 2025 and is ranked as a top 15 Defensive Lineman in the class as well. In addition, Jackson is listed as a top 20 recruit in the state of Texas and is listed as the #4 Defensive Lineman in the state of Texas. He holds offers from schools such as Alabama, Notre Dame and Oklahoma.

Who are some role models in your life?

My role model is my brother.

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

I listen to YoungBoy, Lil Double 0 and Boosie.

What are the strengths of your game?

My strengths are my size and quickness.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Winning in triple overtime in the second round of playoffs against Glen Rose my freshman year 

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

The best player I’ve played with is Victor Shaw, he’s a freshman at UTSA right now.

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

Just keep working and grinding.

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

I would travel to Turks and Caicos.

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

8th grade

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment as a fan is watching my brother win state championships in high school.