Jake Olson's Journey

Jake Olson, born in Huntington Beach, California, was diagnosed with retinoblastoma as an infant, losing both eyes to cancer. Despite this, he pursued his passion for football, inspired by his favorite team, the USC Trojans. Supported by USC and its coaches, Jake became a long snapper for his high school team and later joined USC's football team. His journey culminated in a memorable game where he successfully snapped the ball, inspiring others to overcome adversity.

What condition was Jake Olson diagnosed with as a baby?

• Cataracts

• Macular Degeneration

• Retinoblastoma

• Glaucoma

Which team did Jake Olson become a fan of due to his father's influence?

• UCLA Bruins

• Stanford Cardinal

• USC Trojans

• California Golden Bears

Who was the USC head coach that invited Jake to meet the team?

• Lane Kiffin

• Clay Helton

• Pete Carroll

• Steve Sarkisian

What position did Jake Olson play in his high school football team?

• Quarterback

• Wide Receiver

• Linebacker

• Long Snapper

What was Jake's dream college?

• Stanford

• USC

• Berkeley

• UCLA

What scholarship did Jake receive to attend USC?

• Academic Scholarship

• Music Scholarship

• Athletic Scholarship

• Scholarship for Physically Challenged Athletes

What was Jake's role on the USC football team?

• Quarterback

• Long Snapper

• Running Back

• Kicker

When did Jake Olson finally play in a USC game?

• October 15th

• December 5th

• November 20th

• September 2nd

What was the outcome of Jake's first snap in a USC game?

• The kick was blocked

• The snap was too high

• The snap was fumbled

• The snap was perfect and the kick was good

What message does Jake Olson hope to convey through his story?

• To find courage and overcome adversity

• To avoid sports due to risks

• To give up when faced with challenges

• To rely solely on others for help