Reggie Jones (cornerback, born 1986) facts for kids
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| Position: | Cornerback |
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| Born: | March 15, 1986 Bellevue, Washington, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Weight: | 200 lb (91 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College: | Idaho Portland State |
| Undrafted: | 2009 |
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| Player stats at PFR | |
| Player stats at CFL.ca (archive) | |
Reggie Jones (born March 15, 1986) is an American former professional football player. He played as a cornerback, a defensive position, for several teams. Reggie also played college football at Portland State University and the University of Idaho.
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Playing in the Pros
Reggie Jones played for different football teams during his professional career. He was known for his skills as a cornerback.
New Orleans Saints
Reggie started his professional journey with the New Orleans Saints in 2009. Even though he had an injury that year, he was part of the team that won the Super Bowl XLIV championship! This is a huge achievement in football. After recovering, he joined the Saints' practice team.
Washington Redskins
In late 2010, the Washington Redskins added Reggie to their main team. He played for them for a short time before moving on.
Virginia Destroyers
Reggie also played in the UFL for the Virginia Destroyers. He was a starting cornerback for them. In 2011, his team won the UFL Championship, which was another big win for Reggie!
Dallas Cowboys
In November 2012, Reggie joined the Dallas Cowboys. He was part of their team for a period.
Ottawa Redblacks
Reggie signed with the Ottawa Redblacks in Canada in 2014. He was a starting cornerback for them before he was released later that year.
Helping Young Athletes
After his playing career, Reggie Jones started focusing on helping young people. He leads several programs that teach kids about football and life skills.
Heir Academy
Reggie leads a top youth football program called "Heir Academy." This program, based in Puyallup, Washington, has helped hundreds of young athletes get ready for college sports. The youth tackle football team at Heir Academy has even won a national championship!
Public Speaking
Reggie is also a public speaker. He has traveled across the United States and Canada on his "Believe Beyond Tour." He visited over 50 schools, sharing inspiring messages at youth conferences, leadership events, and church services. He was a main speaker at events like WeDay and the National Youth At-Risk Conference.
Heir Football Academy
Reggie is the founder and owner of Heir Football Academy. This program in Washington state helps young football players improve their skills. Many students from this academy have received scholarships to play at universities. The program offers training for specific positions and helps athletes with both their physical and mental game. Former NFL and college players are instructors, sharing their knowledge with the next generation.
Showtime For Stars
Reggie also founded "Showtime For Stars," a mentoring program for student athletes aged 12 to 18. This program helps young people with guidance and support. Many businesses and former professional athletes help out as mentors.
In May 2014, Showtime For Stars hosted its first annual Golf Tournament. In the same month, they held a Football Skills Camp in Kent, Washington. Over 300 young athletes attended this camp, where NFL players coached and spoke to them.
