Getting to know... Jason Artega
Please list your preferred pronouns: He Him
Date of Birth: 1/27/2007
Birth Location: Silver Spring, Maryland

Social Media
Instagram: jasonarteaga_

Sports Information
Sports played in high school: XC, indoor/outdoor track, swimming, soccer
Individual Sports Honors or Rankings: 2021 Maryland Cross Country State Qualifier
Favorite sports memory? Having my brother become my track coach.
Who has been most influential in your athletic career?  My older brother who has been my mentor and coach.
Other personal athletic highlights: My school winning regionals in 2025

Academics
Academic Honors previously earned: Full Honor Roll for 2025-2026 school year.
Chicago State Declared Academic Major: Pre-Physical Therapy

Family
Son of Isabel and Luis Arteaga
Brothers and/or sisters: Luis J. Arteaga

Fun
What is ONE thing most people don't know about you? I have one song from every genre in my playlist.
What is your dream job? Professional Soccer Coach in Spain or Athletic Trainer for professional team
Why did you choose Chicago State? To pursue an education on physical therapy while furthering my athletic career.
Do you have a sports hero- who and why? Cristiano Ronaldo due to his pure discipline and hard work.
What is your favorite hobby outside of sports? Listening to music and drinking matcha.
Who is your favorite professional athlete or team? Jakob Ingebrigtsen
How would you describe yourself when you're competing? Dialed in
What is your favorite food? Carapulcra
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Orange chicken and fried rice
What or who motivates you to work hard? Making my family proud.
What is the best advice you’ve ever received? “It’s you vs you”
Name three famous people you want to have over for dinner: Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Kevin James
Where would you like to see yourself in 10 years? A great job while doing Ironman’s with my older brother.
What's the most DARING/CRAZIEST thing you've ever done? Double flip off a diving board
How many languages do you speak? English and Spanish