Kansas Football: Speedy 2022 Olathe North ATH Jacob Parrish Hauling in Scholarship Offers
Written by Charlie Beuttel
Twitter: @charlie_cds3
Jacob Parrish is looking to become the next big star to come out of Olathe North High School in Olathe following in the footsteps of former Eagle, former Clemson star and current Arizona Cardinal, Isaiah Simmons. During his junior season, Parrish exploded onto the scene on both sides of the ball as he racked up 49 total tackles with eight pass breakups and three interceptions on defense and produced 762 rushing yards and 536 receiving yards with 14 total touchdowns on offense. In Olathe North’s first game of the season on Sept. 3, Parrish led the Eagles to a victory by rushing for 147 yards on six carries and three touchdowns.
This 5’11”, 170-pound, playmaker has tremendous speed, quickness, and athleticism while also possessing good field vision and route running.
This class of 2022 recruit currently has seven offers including Army and Air Force and is also receiving interest from Kansas State.
It will be exciting to watch Parrish try and lead his Eagles to a state championship in his final season at Olathe North.
In an exclusive Recruiting News Guru interview, I caught up with Jacob to talk about his career at Olathe North and get an update on his recruiting process.
Interview
What are your thoughts on the first game of the season?
I think the first game went pretty well. We still got things to work on, but, overall, I think it went well.
What was your favorite moment of the victory?
When I scored on the first play on offense.
What are your strengths on the football field?
I can make plays on both sides of the ball.
How do you describe your style of play?
I’m a playmaker and I can do it all.
What kind of offense does Olathe North run?
We have a run-heavy offense.
How do your skills fit into this offense?
I fit well because of my ability to make cuts and run the ball.
What did you work on the most this offseason?
I focused on getting bigger, my footwork, route running, trying to become a better defensive back.
Did you attend any camps this summer?
Kansas State, Lindenwood, and an Elite Upperclassmen Camp.
What camp did you like the most and why?
Kansas State, because that’s where I had my best performance.
What is your fastest 40-yard dash and why?
4.49.
Is there an NFL player that you try to model your game after?
No not really.
What do you like most about playing at Olathe North?
They have a really good program and tradition. They have also produced some great players.
Are you receiving interest from any colleges?
Kansas State, Northern Illinois, and Murray State.
Do you have any college offers?
I have offers from North Dakota State, North Dakota, South Dakota State, Northern Iowa, Dartmouth, Army, and Air Force.
What are your goals for the rest of the season?
I want to win state.
What game left on the schedule are you most looking forward to playing?
Lawrence because they beat us last year.
What is your GPA?
3.5.
Thank you for your time and good luck the rest of the season.
Thank you, sir.
Photo credit: Twitter.com; Olathe North ATH Jacob Parrish visits Kansas State