Getting to know...Jackie Tamayo
Preferred pronouns: She, Her
Date of Birth: 7/22/2005
Birth Location: Walnut Creek, California

Social Media
Instagram: tamayo_jackie58

Sports Information
Sports played in high school: Soccer, Marching/Symphonic Band
Individual Sports Honors or Rankings: DAL Valley 1st and 2nd Team 
Favorite sports memory? Becoming Surf Cup Champions in 2021 with my club team Diablo Valley Wolves 05 ECNL
Who has been most influential in your athletic career? My Mom
Other personal athletic highlights: Breaking records my freshman year and changing the perception people have of Chicago State soccer
 
Academics
Academic Honors previously earned: Class President since 7th grade, Chicago States Provost’s List 2023-2024
Chicago State Declared Academic Major: Criminal Justice

Family
Daughter of Beatriz and Rafael Tamayo
Brothers and/or sisters: Brother- Rafael Tamayo

Fun
What is ONE thing most people don't know about you? I have a speed champions Lego collection. 
What is your dream job? Something in the field of criminal justice to help others.
Why did you choose Chicago State? It was a new adventure and a higher level of playing experience. 
Do you have a sports hero? Messi- as much backlash as he gets he always tries his best and no matter his size that we both have been criticized on we always keep going.
What is your favorite hobby outside of sports? Building legos.  
What is something you can brag about yourself besides your athletic accomplishments? I am a very well known person in my hometown who has always been recognized for school accomplishments.
Who is your favorite professional athlete or team? Messi
How would you describe yourself when you're competing? Focused and fearless
What is your favorite food? Pasta
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Tacos
What or who motivates you to work hard? My mum 
What is the best advice you’ve ever received? Be a leader not a follower and momma ain’t raise no bihhhh- Mom
Name three famous people you want to have over for dinner: Nobody. I like to eat alone 
What is your go-to song at Karaoke night? La Diabla - Xavi
Can you sing? Like, really sing? No
Do you play musical instrumentals: Clarinet 
Where would you like to see yourself in 10 years? Successful
What's the most DARING/CRAZIEST thing you've ever done? Slid my arm cast off in order to play in my high school game just to go to the doctors the next day to get a new one. 
How many languages do you speak? Spanish and English