"Quick Release and Fire on the Move"

Jack Sengpiel

@sengpiel2028

6'2, 185lbs, Class of 2028

Westminster Christian, MO

Jack brings a sharp mind, a quick release, and electric movement. He wants to win from the pocket, spot what the defense is showing, and put the ball where it needs to be on time. When a play breaks down, Jack can escape, throw on the run, or use his speed to make a defense chase him. That mix of poise and athleticism gives him plenty of ways to keep the offense moving.

Westminster is 4-1, and Jack stepped into the starting role after the team’s senior quarterback suffered a season-ending injury. Jack has completed 24/ 31 passes for 310 yards and 4 touchdowns. He knows how much his teammate means to the team, and earning the trust of the players and coaches beside him matters just as much as putting up numbers. He wants to run the offense well and help his team make a strong postseason run.

Jack loves the mental side of playing quarterback. He studies coverages, works through his progressions, and tries to know where the football should go before the play develops. His 4.25 ProAg and 1.56 10-yard split give him the quickness to extend a play when the pocket changes. A coach can count on him to show up prepared, listen, stay composed, and help the team however he can, even if that means stepping in as a punter.

The biggest improvement in Jack’s game since last season is how quickly he processes what he sees. He recognizes coverages sooner and trusts himself to make the throw. Better footwork, balance, and lower-body mechanics have helped him throw deeper balls and throws with more accuracy while moving. Playing SSDM in lacrosse has sharpened his feet and his ability to change direction, giving him another way to grow as an athlete.

Jack got a taste of varsity football last season, but his recent game showed what he can do with the offense in his hands. He went 11/13 for 213 yards and three touchdowns in a big win this past weekend. He has also played 7v7 with Midwest BOOM along with talented athletes from Missouri, an experience that helped him grow as both a quarterback and a teammate.

His road here has included a challenge far bigger than any defense. Jack tore his ACL before eighth grade while also playing soccer, just as he was moving to a high-level team. Physical therapy and personal training helped him recover, but trusting his knee again took patience. His family stood with him through that time, and his faith helped him believe God still had a path for him. Jack entered high school fully recovered with a deeper appreciation for every chance to play.

This offseason, Jack trained to become a more complete quarterback. He worked on his release, movement in the pocket, speed, and throwing from different positions with Coach Matt Biermann and Coach Josh Munn at Elite Football Academy in St. Louis. Camps at Indiana Wesleyan, Dordt, and MidAmerica Nazarene also gave him valuable time with coaches and helped him see where to push himself further.

For the rest of the season, Jack wants to make good decisions, protect the football, and help Westminster keep winning. He wants his film to show a quarterback who can understand what's happening on the field, throw an accurate ball, and lead the offense. Every rep gives him another chance to show his teammates they can trust him when the ball is in his hands.

I assess that Jack’s calm approach stands out when a play demands an answer right away. He doesn't need every snap to unfold perfectly to stay in command, and that gives his team a steady presence when the game starts moving fast.

There is plenty of room for Jack to make this season his own as he settles into his new role. His willingness to take coaching, put the team first, and meet a difficult moment head-on gives him a strong foundation for the games ahead. Stay tuned.