CorkChandlerJamestown  (CSi)  University of Jamestown head men’s football coach Shawn Frank has announced the signing of Chandler Cork of Rock Springs High School who will join the Jimmies in the 2015-2016 season.

Cork (Rock Springs, WY) is 5’10″ tall and weighs in at 150 pounds. He runs the 40 yard dash in 4.7 seconds. Cork’s defensive statistics for the season include 2 interceptions and 1 fumble recovery.

Coach Frank says of Cork, “When the recruiting process started with Chandler we felt that there was some position flexibility due to his athleticism. He certainly was a focal part of the offense at Rock Springs HS. Ultimately, we decided that Chandler was a great fit for us at defensive back. Chandler has the ability to change directions very well, which is a must playing defensive back. We were very impressed with Chandler when he visited our campus. His actions solidified the fact that he is a great fit for us and our program. We are excited to have Chandler and his family a part of Jimmie Nation!”

Cork, son of Robert and Melanie Ryan, plans to major in Physical Therapy.

The University of Jamestown was established in 1883 and is ranked as a top regional school in both US News and World Report and The Princeton Review. The school features development of the whole person through its distinctive Journey to Success experience.