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Q&A with Pine-Richland wide receiver Eli Jochem

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What have you been doing as of late with off-season workouts?
“Working out three times a week with the team and four more at Outer Limits training.”

What do you feel you have improved on most since last football season?
“I have gained 20 pounds and my strength and speed has improved a lot. I'm up to 173 pounds and can squat and deadlift over 400 pounds. That has helped my speed and quickness.”

What are you trying to improve on before the football season begins?
“Getting in the best shape possible and working on my technique running routes.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I think we will do well. We have to replace a lot of great players, but I think guys are ready to step up.”

Who do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Everyone is good, but Central Catholic, Seneca Valley, and North Allegheny will be extra tough.”

Who is your opponent in the season opener and how do you feel about them overall?
“Penn Hills. They are the defending state champions. They will be very good. I know they lost a lot of skill players, but they are a great program.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I've just talked with coaches in school and at workouts this spring from the Ivy, Patriot, and CAC. Most of them say they are looking hard at 2020's now but want to stay in touch.

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Not really, but hopefully this fall.”

Do you have plans for more trips soon?
“Not yet.”

What camps did you do this summer and how did they go?
“USA Football camp here in Pittsburgh. I was the WR MVP, which was cool. I also went to the Pitt camp. I thought the 7v7 part went really well for me. I'm hoping to go to James Madison, Villanova, Princeton, and Penn later this summer before 2-a-days.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Indiana University. My parents are from Indiana and my Mom went there. Now I like Penn State because my brother and sister go there. Also, Pitt too because it’s the hometown school.”
 
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