University of St. Thomas Athletics
2017 Football Roster
Roster
Joe Hird
- Height:
- 6-2
- Weight:
- 189
- Class:
- Freshman
- Hometown:
- Bloomington, Minn.
- High School:
- Jefferson
Caught nine passes for 110 yards and one touchdown in 2018; switched to defense in 2019 and started in secondary and closed with one interception, two sacks, 25 tackles, four break-ups.
Academic Major:
Marketing Management
Career Goal:
To be in a career where I can spread empathy and compassion
Why Did You Choose St. Thomas?
“I chose St. Thomas because I liked the tradition and culture the athletics brought and I wanted to be in a bigger city.”
High School Athletic Highlights:
Football: Second team all-state, all-metro; Set five school season or career records including 19 career TDs, 119 career receptions, 1,824 career receiving yards; captain, MVP and offensive MVP
Basketball: 2x team captain; Academic all-conference and all-conference nominee; Led team in three-point baskets and assists
Fun Fact:
“I played basketball for two years at St. Thomas.”
Family:
Son of Mary Kay and Mark, brother of Katherine, Vanessa, and Jack
Campus and Community Service Involvement:
FCA member
Dean’s list student
