In one of the biggest moments of Huntington North football history, Jimmy Linker (5’8”, 150 lbs, 4.72 forty, 3.97 GPA) scored two touchdowns in the Vikings’ thrilling 31-28 overtime sectional championship win at Lebanon — securing the program’s first sectional title since 1993.
A true two-way playmaker, Linker finished the 2024 season with 42 receptions for 583 yards and 7 touchdowns at wide receiver, while locking down the secondary with 22 tackles and 5 interceptions to earn 2nd Team All-NE8 honors at cornerback for head coach Mike Eshbach.
Beyond football, he shines on the baseball diamond as a 1st Team All-Conference outfielder Check out the 5 to Know with Jimmy Linker!
Who or what has had the biggest impact on your athletic journey so far?
The biggest impact has been hitting the weight room as much as possible. Getting bigger, faster, stronger is something everyone needs to strive for.
What’s your pregame routine or ritual that gets you locked in?
I like to listen to music and get my mind off of the game for a while. Once we go out for specialties is when I really get into the mindset for the game.
What’s your proudest moment in sports — and why does it stand out?
My proudest moment was last year during the sectional game to be able to score two touchdowns in the eventual win against Lebanon. Being able to celebrate with my team was a moment I think about a lot.
What are your goals — both short-term and long-term — in your sport or beyond?
Short term l’d like to be an all-conference first team player as well as winning the sectional and possibly regional this year for both football and baseball. Long term, I want to play college baseball if possible while studying exercise science, potentially going to school to do physical therapy.
What’s one thing most people don’t know about you — on or off the field?
I love to golf. I may not be very good, but I only started about a year and a half ago, and I’m getting a lot better. I also have found the passion of watching golf.
Up Next: The Vikings open the season at home vs. Eastbrook — kickoff at 7:00 PM!
