AUSTIN KAFENTZIS BIO
Football success runs deep when it comes to theKafentzis family.
Photo by Dave Argyle
Sandy, Utah
School: Jordan High School (enrollment 1,977)
Sports: Football (quarterback), Track and field (javelin; 100 meters, 200 meters)
College plans: In June, Kafentzis made a trip to Madison, Wis., and made a commitment to the Badgers, spurning offers from Utah, BYU and Hawaii, where Kafentzis’ family has roots. Kafentzis had developed a relationship with Wisconsin head coach Gary Andersen back when he was the head coach at Utah State.
Favorite pro athlete: Kafentzis says he doesn’t have a single favorite athlete, but enjoys watching the NFL’s top signal-callers. He identifies most with Drew Brees. “We’re around the same height, and his footwork is just incredible.”
Family connection: Kafentzis has eight relatives who played football at the University of Hawaii. Three of his uncles had stints in the NFL and his father Kyle spent the 1987 season on the Chicago Bears roster.
Coach speak: “His will to win is unmatched,” Jordan football and track coach Eric Kjar told MaxPreps in the fall.
