The Future Of Wisconsin: JP Benzschawel
JP Benzschawel was born in, Grafton, Wisconsin and plays Offensive Tackle at Grafton High School. JP is ranked 210th in ESPN 300 Class of 2021. He is committed to play at Wisconsin next fall.
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Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?
Of course growing up you look up to a bunch of NFL and NBA players but for me I idolized my brothers.
What high school is your biggest rival?
I would have to say Cedarburg or Port Washington
Are there any parts of your basketball game that help you in football?
For sure basketball plays a part for football, basketball has a lot of footwork just like the O-Line for football. It is also a lot of conditioning and stuff like that.
What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
It really depends what I am feeling, I will throw on some Tyler Childers/Johnny Cash (Country) or some 50 Cent or even some Black Sabbath.
What is your offseason training like?
I will do it all in the offseason some agaility, lifting, oline work, and anything of that nature.
Besides being close to home, why did you choose Wisconsin?
I was always a huge Wisconsin fan, I could literally not see myself anywhere else besides the University of Wisconsin.
What is your favorite memory of your high school career?
I would say when we got to the playoffs for the first time in 20 years and getting to the second round for 2 years in a row.
What advice would you have for younger athletes that aspire to play D1 football?
ork as hard as possible, no matter what-someone is getting better today. So you should too.
What do you want to accomplish on and off the field during your time at Wisconsin?
It is still a bit far away but I would say with the group of guys we have, we can do a lot of special things- even possibly win a National Championship.
What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
I would have to say when we won the Orange Bowl vs Miami- I was just recovering from a bone infection and was in a wheel chair/crutches. I was at the game and it was exhilarating. Being in the Miami Hard Rock Stadium ad beating them in their territory. After the game, I crutched down to the front row and my brother greeted me and tossed me a hat and a t-shirt. It was awesome.
