Golf’s a funny game. Some people get it, others don’t. Jacob Penny belongs to the former group. He’s averaging a 37 for Durant High School this season, keeping a pace that makes him look like a lock to make it to states, with the other half of Durant’s dynamic duo, senior Chase Levesque. Oh, and guess what? He’s also a freshman. At 14, he’s better than many golfers who are two, three, or even four times his age.
How long have you been playing golf?
I first picked up a little plastic club when I was 2.
What’s your favorite thing about playing golf?
I don’t know, I just love playing it. I always have, since I first started.
Who are your favorite golfers?
Phil Mickelson. I can’t really say Tiger Woods. Rickie Fowler. Those are my two favorites, Phil Mickelson and Rickie Fowler.
Not big on Tiger?
No. I just don’t really like the way he acts on the course. I mean, I admire the way he plays, but, not really as a person.
What are your favorite things to do besides golf? Any hobbies?
I also play club soccer for Basil, out there in Brandon.
How long have you been playing soccer?
I started when I was 6, so eight years.
What position do you play?
Center-midfield
What’s your favorite movie?
“The Avengers.”
Any favorite books?
I’m not a big reader.
What are you hoping to accomplish this golf season?
Try to get my average back down to par — that’s my main goal — 36.
Are you hoping to go to states, too?
That’s my goal! I hope so.