2027 Track Roster
Roster
Jack McDaniel
- Height:
- 5-11
- Class:
- Freshman
- Hometown:
- Aliso Viejo, Calif.
- High School:
- Santa Margarita Catholic
HIGH SCHOOL: Graduated from Santa Margarita Catholic High School in Aliso Viejo, Calif. ... Competed on varsity for four years ... Named Overall Boys Varsity 2026 MVP, capping a career that included the Boys Varsity Coaches Choice Award as a junior and sophomore and the Future Eagle Award as a freshman ... A two-time state finalist, he helped his team capture four straight Trinity League titles from 2023-2026 ... Holds the No. 2 all-time Orange County mark as anchor leg of the 4x100m relay and his school's record in the 4x200m relay.
PERSONAL: Born in Long Beach, Calif. to parents Evan and Kristin McDaniel ... Has one sibling: Kate ... Plans to major in business administration with hopes of becoming a business owner or entrepreneur ... Chose Pepperdine because, "a great combination of strong academics and an amazing location. Additionally was able to continue my track career."
FAVORITES: Sports hero is Kobe Bryant ... Also admires professional athletes Usain Bolt and LaMelo Ball ... Outside of track he likes reading The Kite Runner (book), watching Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 1 (movie) and Breaking Bad (TV show), listening to Tame Impala (musical artist), steak and sushi (food), and hockey (sport outside his own) ... Hobbies include the beach, hiking, and fishing ... Roots for Team USA and the Miami Dolphins.
