Senior Joe Ackerman is a two-sport student-athlete at Kapaun Mt Carmel and guy that loves his sports and his teammates.

“The thing that I love the most about my teammates is the special bond that we all have with each other from practicing, lifting weights, and going to breakfast together,” said Ackerman. “I have played football and basketball since kindergarten and all four years at Kapaun.”

Being a student-athlete at Kapaun is more than just wins and losses, practice and games. It’s a building block to a future filled with challenges and triumphs.

“The thing that makes Kapaun great is the newfound success of the football program built on faith, commitment, and hard work ethic. I’m a tad bit envious of the younger players who will benefit from coach Schartz and coach Daniels. I look forward to following the success of Kapaun athletics,” said Ackerman. “My biggest influence on and off the field is coach Pat Gimino. He has coached me since kindergarten and taught me to love the game of football. He has also incorporated the Catholic faith into everything that he does.”

Ackerman plans to attend Kansas State University next Fall and work towards earning his bachelor’s degree.