JetNation Posted April 24, 2012 Share Posted April 24, 2012 JetNation had the opportunity this week to talk to Hayden Smith. For those of you that don’t know, Hayden is new to football and Nick Casale spoke to him about his background, the process of converting from rugby to football and why he decided to sign with the Jets. You can listen to the audio of this interview by clicking play (bottom). We do want to thank Hayden for taking the time to talk to us, right as he was moving to the U.S. Hayden was very professional and seems like he is going to be a solid locker room addition. Here is one answer that stood out: Nick Casale: What made you decide to pick the Jets? Hayden Smith: “I was very impressed with the organization itself, the people involved they took a personal approach. The facilities were outstanding. It was more for me and my situation, I needed a place where I had a good connection with the coaches and the whole staff where I felt like it was going to be a good environment for me to learn the game and progress my knowledge base…” You can read more about Hayden Smith on our New York Jets Message Board. View the full article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted April 24, 2012 Author Share Posted April 24, 2012 JetNation Interviews Hayden Smith by Phil Sullivan on April 24, 2012[edit] in Jet News, Player interviews JetNation had the opportunity this week to talk to Hayden Smith. For those of you that don’t know, Hayden is new to football and Nick Casale spoke to him about his background, the process of converting from rugby to football and why he decided to sign with the Jets. You can listen to the audio of this interview by clicking play (bottom). We do want to thank Hayden for taking the time to talk to us, right as he was moving to the U.S. Hayden was very professional and seems like he is going to be a solid locker room addition. Here is one answer that stood out: Nick Casale: What made you decide to pick the Jets? Hayden Smith: “I was very impressed with the organization itself, the people involved they took a personal approach. The facilities were outstanding. It was more for me and my situation, I needed a place where I had a good connection with the coaches and the whole staff where I felt like it was going to be a good environment for me to learn the game and progress my knowledge base…” http://www.jetnation.com/podcasts/2012/Hayden.mp3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted April 24, 2012 Author Share Posted April 24, 2012 Just want to thank Nick Casale for doing this interview. Also thanks to Ron Pickett, he was originally scheduled to do the interview and wrote the questions, but we had to shift the times around. Thanks guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted April 24, 2012 Author Share Posted April 24, 2012 And I just want to brag here for a minute....if JetNation isn't the hardest working site out there, I would be shocked. Hayden did this interview the day after he moved here. He apologized because he felt it took him time to get back to us. The reality was he was prompt which each response and the guy was great. Adding him to the locker room? Yeah, that is a good idea. The Jets need more people like this. Let's just hope he can catch a football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted April 24, 2012 Share Posted April 24, 2012 At least we know he can tackle which is a good thing considering who we have for QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted April 24, 2012 Author Share Posted April 24, 2012 Hey -- give this a listen, it is a short interview but definitely worth it. Let us know what you think of it. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faba Posted April 24, 2012 Share Posted April 24, 2012 The Jets looking for gems all over the world- take a chance rugby player you know is tough that will not be an issue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villain_the_foe Posted April 24, 2012 Share Posted April 24, 2012 Hey -- give this a listen, it is a short interview but definitely worth it. Let us know what you think of it. Thanks! You're really adding dividends to my Jetnation investment sir! Great interview. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted April 24, 2012 Author Share Posted April 24, 2012 You're really adding dividends to my Jetnation investment sir! Great interview. What exactly did you invest? I can send you the address for the pre-IPO stock option check if you want to send it in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HessStation Posted April 24, 2012 Share Posted April 24, 2012 Hayden Smith: “I was very impressed with the organization itself, the people involved they took a personal approach. The facilities were outstanding. It was more for me and my situation, I needed a place where I had a good connection with the coaches and the whole staff where I felt like it was going to be a good environment for me to learn the game and progress my knowledge base…” *Read in my fake Aussie accent* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted April 24, 2012 Share Posted April 24, 2012 *Read in my fake Aussie accent* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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