Born on October 7th, 2005, Hudson’s passion for football was ignited at an early age, as he spent countless hours tossing around the pigskin in his backyard with friends and family. His journey from those backyard football tosses turned to earning a spot on Lafayette High School’s Varsity Football team. This spot didn’t come easy for Hudson, he had to earn it. He started as a backup JV wide receiver and kicker. He kept working to achieve his dream of playing varsity football by lifting weights and eating a lot. He continued to bulk up, and by his junior year, he made the varsity football team as a backup Punter. However, even when the starting punter got hurt, he didn’t get his chance to shine. After a disappointing ending to the season for the Rams, he met with Head Coach, Coach Linn.
He asked Coach Linn what he needed to do to play and start for this team. Coach Linn replied, “gain 50 pounds and play on the offensive line.” Hudson began eating and lifting repeatedly as much as possible throughout the summer. This is where he fell in love with food and becoming big. He gained 55 lbs. and by his Senior year he weighed 300 pounds. He could finally start, and Coach Linn was excited about this new prospect. He was put at Left Tackle and immediately started to impress the Coaches and team a like. Since his senior season he has picked up offers from Alleghany College, Merchant Marine Academy, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, and Maine Maritime Academy. He ultimately decided to commit to the Merchant Marine Academy. He is very excited for his college career and bright future ahead.
Hudson’s favorite things:
Sports: Football has always held a special place in Hudson’s heart. Whether he’s down blocking or finding a way to get on the ground, he can’t get enough of it.
Books: When he’s not training or studying, you can often find Hudson buried in a captivating novel or engrossed in a thought-provoking piece of literature. From classic works of fiction to gripping tales of adventure, he finds solace and inspiration within the pages of a good book. His favorite book is Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
Music: As a lover of all things rhythmic and melodic, Hudson’s musical tastes are diverse. Whether he’s rocking out to Taylor Swift or exploring the soulful tunes Frank Sinatra, music serves as a constant source of motivation and inspiration in his life. Hudson’s all-time favorite song is Monkeys Spinning Monkeys.
Food: From hearty home-cooked meals to tasty treats from around the world, Hudson is a self-professed foodie with an insatiable appetite for culinary delights. When asked what his favorite food was, he responded, “all of them and as much of it as I can get my hands on.”
As Hudson prepares to embark on the next chapter of his journey,
he does so with a sense of purpose and determination that belies his years. With his eyes set on the horizon and his heart full of ambition, there’s no doubt that this young man is destined for greatness. As he sets sail for Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Hudson serves as a shining example of what can be achieved through hard work, dedication, and unwavering perseverance.
