Bio information
Full name: Jake Clifford O'Brien
Born when and where? February 1, 1994. Andover, Mass.
Year: 2016
Major: Physical Education
Hometown: Andover, Mass.
High School: Andover High School
Sports and positions: Lacrosse (Midfield), Golf
Favorites
Song: Jordan Belfort by Wes Walker
Professional Sports Team: Boston Celtics
Athletes: Michael Jordan & Tom Brady
Food: Hibachi, Pizza
T.V. Shows: Suits, The Blacklist, Limitless, Family guy
Movies: Wolf of Wall Street, Dude Where's My Car?, Wimbledon
Book: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Feature Questions
Why did you choose Saint Joseph's College?
I chose St. Joe's because we have great people with an unspeakable atmosphere that makes a college experience unforgettable. I knew when I stepped on campus that this would be a good fit for me, and my parents agreed and helped me make my decision
What is/was your favorite class at St. Joe's and why?
I took an Athletic Training class that I thought was helpful for not just athletes, but also for the general knowledge of injuries and the basic understanding of how the body works and operates
What was your first job (actually received a paycheck)?
I worked for my father in his electrical business; learned about wiring buildings, run wire, put lights in
Who would you like to trade places for a day with and why?
Dan Bilzerian - it would just be interesting to live in someone else's life
What is on your "Bucket List?"
Meet Kobe Bryant, dance on a bar in the Bahamas (without it breaking), live on a ranch for a year, hang out with the Dos Equis guy, drive a Lamborghini
Talent you'd most like to have:
Play guitar so my friends and I can sing tunes
What do you drive?
Tan 2001 Saab 9-5
What is your motto?
Live every day to the fullest
Do you have any superstitions before you go into a big game?
I'm always the last one out of the locker room because I pray for everybody who will support me
Why did you choose your jersey #?
#26, Jonathan ‘Chachi’ Horgan, a former player and assistant coach who is now an admissions counselor here at SJC, gave me his old number and I have worn it since my freshman year
What is your most memorable moment as an athlete at SJC?
My freshman year we played a GNAC Tournament Quarterfinal against Emmanuel College on campus – I have never seen so many fans cheering and wish I could re-live it
Besides your parents, who has had the greatest impact on your life?
My friends, I can't single anyone out because I love them all but they keep me going. During the tough times, they keep my mind on track and always have me smiling
Can you tell us something about you that most people don't know?
I wear a necklace that was my grandfather's every day to support how much my family means to me
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Working somewhere at a business, happy and starting a life
If you could meet anyone (past or present) who would it be and why?
Kevin Garnett – he’s such an inspirational guy, makes me want to be intense like him on the field
What are your hobbies?
Golf, Basketball and bench ball in the fish bowl
What is your ideal day away from athletics?
Sleep, go to bro din, hit the lake when it’s warm, maybe a road trip
Do you plan on playing sports or coaching after you graduate?
I would love to coach lacrosse after college; I don't think I could ever leave the game
What are your personal and team goals for this season?
Lead the conference in goals, points and shot on goal percentage, win the GNAC.
