Linfield University Athletics

SAN DOMENICO HIGH SCHOOL
Had a 3.9 GPA junior & senior year.
Competed in the National Chemistry, Math, and Lithuanian Olympics.
Lettered in basketball and track & field.
Team Captain in basketball.
Averaged 15 points per game, and 42% from three.
Scored 58 points as a sophomore during a semi-pro game.
Honorable Mention All-Conference in basketball and track & field.
All-Star Game participant.
Nor Cal Finals Second Place finish.
North Coast Section Finals runner-up.
Won Silver in the u-16 Baltic Cup in 2022.
 
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Majoring in sports management.
Son of Marius & Egle Jakstas.
 
WHAT ARE THE REASONS YOU CHOSE TO ATTEND LINFIELD?
I chose to attend Linfield because of the strong sports program and the nice environment for classes. I also came for personal growth.
 
WHAT DOES BEING A STUDENT-ATHLETE AT LINFIELD MEAN TO YOU?
It means an honor, respect, and dedication to this great program. I would be the happiest person if I can contribute at least a little to the school life and bring that energy and the fans to all the games. The school spirit is the thing that drives all the athletes to play and compete at 120% every game.
 
HOW HAS PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS MADE YOU A BETTER PERSON?
It’s made me a better person by teaching me how to manage my time and how to take care of my body and listen to it. Also, it taught me how to perform under pressure and just get along with myself. It also made me understand that basketball is not just a game, it means a way to live.
 
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 10 YEARS?
I’d love to see myself still being close to my biggest love and hobby- basketball. I don’t know in which position (ideally as a player) but I would imagine myself being a coach or a GM of one of the teams in the professional basketball. This sport is motivating me to share my knowledge with others as well as any other coach did for me.