Jake Butera

Which sport do you play? I’m currently playing golf and I played football.

What school do you attend? Durango High School

How long have you played and what motivated you to get involved in this sport?   I have played golf since I was about 5 years old. My dad was the one who involved me in golf.

Please list any accomplishments you are proud of achieving in your sport:
  -2nd team Division Honors in 10th grade; 2nd Team Region Honors in 11th grade, 1st Team Division Honors in 11th grade
  - Making the State Golf Tournament as a Junior, after I missed it by one stroke my Sophomore year.

What do you like most about your sport?    Golf is an individual sport. The only person to blame is yourself. You have to be patient the whole round. You can’t give up.

What is your favorite sport to watch on TV and why?   I love watching college football and also the four golf Majors: The Masters, U.S. Open, PGA Open, and The Open Championship.

Who is your favorite athlete or person you draw inspiration from? Why do you draw inspiration from this person?   I draw my inspiration from my dad. He is the only one that knows what I’m feeling at all times, good or bad. He has always been there for me, and I try to be the person he is.

Do you think that being an athlete helps or hinders you with your academic studies? It absolutely helps. Being an athlete makes me work harder in the classroom.

Do you plan on pursuing your sport at the college level?   Yes, I’m 100% trying to pursue golf at the college level.

Do you have a favorite saying?   “When bad things are happening, you find out who someone really is.” I love this because it’s how you react to the roadblocks in life that makes someone who they are.

Favorite movie?   I love Caddy Shack, the best golf movie ever!  I have so many favorites. I love movies.