Jake Kelchner (born June 27, 1970) is a former starting quarterback for West Virginia University during the 1990s. He was part of the mountaineers undefeated 1993 team.[1] Kelchner also went on to play one season in the Canadian Football League (CFL) and three seasons in the Arena Football League (AFL).
No. 17 West Virginia Mountaineers | |
Born: | Berwick, Pennsylvania, U.S. | June 27, 1970
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Career information | |
Position(s) | QB |
Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
Weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
College | West Virginia, Notre Dame |
AFL entry | 1995 |
Career history | |
As player | |
1990–1991 | Notre Dame |
1992–1993 | West Virginia |
1994 | Las Vegas Posse |
1995 | Tampa Bay Storm |
1996 | Florida Bobcats |
1998 | Grand Rapids Rampage |
College career
editKelchner started his college career at the University of Notre Dame. Notre Dame had also signed Rick Mirer of Goshen, Indiana, the No. 1 prospect in the country. Two years later Kelchner transferred to West Virginia.
Professional career
editIn 1994, he played 1 game with the Las Vegas Posse of the Canadian Football League. Additionally, Kelchner played with the Tampa Bay Storm, Florida Bobcats and Grand Rapids Rampage for 3 seasons over 4 years.
Personal life
editJake Kelchner married Morgantown native Kimberly Knouse in 2002. They have two children. He now resides in Ravenna, Ohio.
References
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