Interview: Louisiana Christian Life Academy Class of 2017 RB Jacob Kibodi

Written by Charlie Beuttel

Twitter: @charlie_cds3

Christian Life Academy, located in Baton Rouge, had an up-and-down season in 2015 as the Crusaders finished the year 5-5. One of the positives for this team last season was the play of the offense which averaged 29.6 points. The good news for Crusader fans is that one of the team’s offensive leaders is returning for his senior season, explosive running back Jacob Kibodi.

Kibodi had a great junior season as he rushed the ball 76 times for 842 yards with 12 touchdowns and caught 15 passes for 324 yards and five more scores.

The Class of 2017 prospect already has 14 college offers including Arizona, Arizona State, and Purdue and is receiving interest from several SEC schools including LSU.

The 6’1”, 205 pound, playmaker has attended several college camps and is working hard to have an even better senior season as he has plans to rush for over 1,500 yards and wants over 30 touchdowns.

Kibodi, not only works hard on the football field, but works hard in the classroom where has earned a 2.7 GPA and has plans to study sports medicine in college.

In an exclusive Recruiting News Guru interview, I sat down with Jacob to talk about his career at Christian Life Academy and his recruiting process.

Interview

Jacob, what are your thoughts on the 2015 season?

“We had an okay season last year. We were 5-5 but it could have been better. We were just lacking leadership so this upcoming season we should be a lot better.”

What are your thoughts on your individual performance in your junior season?

“I had a much better year last year. I thought I played with more confidence because of the work that I had put in over the summer.”

What are your stats from last year?

“76 carries for 842 yards and 12 touchdowns and 15 catches for 324 yards and five touchdowns.”

Did you receive any individual honors?

“First team All-District and All-Metro honorable mention.”

What camps have you attended?

“Mississippi State, Tulane, Texas A&M, and a satellite camp that my school hosted.”

What other camps do you plan on attending?

“LSU and Ole Miss.”

How many offers do you have?

“I have 14 offers: Jackson State, Louisiana-Lafayette, Louisiana-Monroe, Arizona, Georgia State, South Alabama, Arizona State, Army, Nichols State, Stephen F. Austin, University of Texas-San Antonio, Purdue, Colorado State, and Tulane.”

What other schools are showing you interest?

“Texas A&M, LSU, and Minnesota.”

When do you plan on making a commitment?

“On (National) Signing Day.”

Have you gone on any visits?

“Not yet but I do plan on going on some.”

How are you preparing for your senior season?

“I’m getting stronger and I’m making sure my body is in the best shape possible because I know that my team will need me and they will have to use me in different ways in order for us to be successful.”

How does your team look going into the season?

“The team looks good we should have a great season and we should go deep in the playoffs.”

Have you set any team or personal goals for this season?

“As a team we want to win state. A personal goal is to have over 30 touchdowns and have over 1,500 rushing yards.”

What game on the schedule are you most looking forward to playing?

“Madison Prep.”

What is your current GPA?

“2.7.”

What do you plan on studying in college?

“Sports Medicine.”

What is your fastest 40-yard dash time?

“4.47.”

Thank you for your time.

“Thank you sir.”

Photo credit: sports.yahoo.com; Christian Life RB Jacob Kibodi

Photo credit: scout.com; Jacob Kibodi at a camp