The Jewish Link and The Humble Toast would like to recognize Jack Blumenthal as this week’s Sportstar of the Week. The Moriah fourth grader helped lead the Bergen County Flag Football League’s La Cucina Di Nava Giants to a perfect regular season record. When asked about his quarterback, Giants Co-Coach Solomon Hagler told The Jewish Link, “Jack showed his ability to be a complete player for our BCFL teams over the last two fall seasons. As the star QB and defensive anchor, his ability both as a player and a leader, helped guide our team to numerous victories, including one undefeated regular season and one championship season. What sets him apart is his ability to see the moment in front of him regardless of what is going on around him. No matter how chaotic the play or how intense the game, Jack remains calm and has the confidence and plan to lead his team.”
Jack, congratulations on another great season and on being recognized as this week’s sportstar of the week. Who is your role model and why?
My dad is my role model, because he coaches me and he always plays football and basketball with me.
What is your favorite sport?
Football is my favorite sport because I play it everyday with my brother.
What is your earliest sports memory?
My first season in BCFL , my team had the worst record in the regular season, only winning one game, and went on to win the championship.
What is your greatest sports accomplishment?
Winning four championships in BCFL. In my last championship game I scored the game winning touchdown as the clock ran out of time.
Who is your favorite athlete and why?
Deion Sanders, because he played multiple sports just like I do.
What is your pregame routine?
Before a game I only eat fruit or light meals. I always practice shooting baskets (I do at least 30 shots) before my basketball games.
What is your funniest sports memory?
When I scored a touchdown after the ball bounced off my head.
What do you like to do when you are not playing sports?
Hang out with my friends, watch football and basketball highlights, and play football and basketball with my brother.
What is your favorite sports moment?
Scoring 30 points in my JCC basketball game
What is the best thing about being a Sportstar?
The best thing is helping my teams win victories and that I get to train my younger siblings.
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