Jake Johnson is a pitcher on the Lion’s baseball team and is currently majoring in engineering technology. He is from Salina, Oklahoma. While at Neosho County (Kan.) Community College, he was selected male-athlete of the year after 8-4 record, 3.89 ERA and four shutouts as a sophomore.  He was also chosen to be team captain, and helped the team earn a bid to JUCO World Series by tossing a pair of complete games in the playoffs. 

The Lion’s Roar: How does it feel to be a part of  Southeastern’s baseball team?

Jake Johnson: It’s awesome. It’s just like a family. We are together everyday.  It’s unexplainable to be out here everyday.

TLR: What do you love most about playing baseball?

JJ: Everything; it’s hard to answer. It’s fun to be here with my friends.  It’s great to have a nice win and to get a sweep over Northwestern.

TLR: What are some personal goals you have for this season?

JJ: To go to Omaha.  Not only do we want to go to Omaha, but to also win the national championship.

TLR: What are some team goals set for this season?

JJ: We take every game one at a time. Go out there 1-0 every week, and if we do that it will take us all the way to Omaha and win the national championship.

TLR: Do you have any quotes that inspire you to play better? If so, what are they?

JJ: Every game I read a quote. Psalm 144:1, “Praise be the Lord my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle.”

TLR: What made you decide to come to Southeastern to play baseball?

JJ: It felt right once I came down here.  It felt just like a family, and something told me it was the right place to be.

TLR: Are there any hobbies you like to do while you are not on the field or at school?

JJ: I love hunting and fishing.  That’s my life outside of baseball basically.

TLR: What motivated you to have the passion for the game that you have today?

JJ: My grandpa. He’s always been a big part of my motivation.  Also, my dad, pushing me towards playing and getting better everyday.

TLR: Are you involved in any organizations in school? If so, which ones?

JJ: I just play baseball because it takes up a lot of my time.

TLR: What do you love most about being a Southeastern student and baseball player?

JJ: It is just fun.  I love it down here in Louisiana and I love the atmosphere.