Published: April 07, 2006 10:13 am      

1-on-1 Jason Hodges

He’s the number one singles player for the Jackson High School Red Devils tennis team and this season, he’s looking to lead his team to its fourth consecutive Region 4AA tennis championship. Last Thursday, during the team’s season opener against Jones County, he was the only guy to pick up a victory for the Red Devils. With the pressure of playing as the top seed for his team we thought we could beat him in a little 1-on-1. But, again we were wrong, because this week we were aced by Jason Hodges.

C.F.: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be? Why?

J.H.: Honolulu, Hawaii, because it has the best of everything.

What is your favorite song, and movie?

Choosing a favorite song is too difficult because I like too many, but my favorite movie is Dumb and Dumber, starring Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels.

Who is your favorite athlete?

Dan Marino of the Miami Dolphins.

Who is your favorite sports team or franchise?

The Miami Dolphins and maybe the Jacksonville Jaguars.

What is the most embarrassing thing that has ever happened to you?

When I ran into a large, bright red pole near the finish line during a cross-country race.

What cartoon character would you compare yourself to? Why?

Johnny Quest, because I’m adventurous.

Where is your favorite place to eat and what is your favorite dish?

Longhorn Steakhouse, the dish called “The Renegade.”

If you were stuck on an island and could only have three things with you what would they be?

A fully stocked mansion, a sea-doo and a private jet.

If you could compete against any professional athlete, in any sport, who would it be and what would you play?

Anna Kournikova in miniature golf.

What is your greatest athletic achievement?

Earning four varsity letters during my freshman year of high school.

What is something that you would like to see come to Jackson?

The tennis state championship title.

If you could have three wishes granted, what would they be?

I’d wish for a photographic memory, the ability to travel through time and the ability to read, speak and write every language and dialect.

If you were the President of the United States, what is the first thing that you would want changed about the country? Why?

I would want to decrease the size of the federal government. This would reduce wasteful government spending, decrease the deficit and return responsibility to the individuals.

What is your favorite holiday?

Christmas, because it’s a time to celebrate Christ’s birth, be with family, and eat a lot of good food.

What is your favorite television show?

“The Simpsons.”

What is the best quote or saying that you’ve ever heard?

I’m not sure who said it, but the saying is, “He who stands for nothing will fall for anything.”

Do you have a dream car, and if so, what is it?

Yes, an Aston Martin Vanquish S.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

I see myself as a husband and father, working as an engineer for the Central Intelligence Agency.

What is your biggest fear?

The United Sates losing its freedom.

What is your favorite and least favorite subject in school?

History is my favorite and as for my least favorite? Ask me in June.

What do think future athletes of Butts County need in order to help them properly prepare for sports at a young age?

Self-discipline.

Looking back, can you choose a coach that has helped you the best in your career?

Yes, Greg Crawford.