ReesePhillips

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2014)

Missed spring practice because
of injury but looks to begin practicing in August … Saw his first game
action last season and hopes to earn more in the coming season … Has
shown consistent accuracy and poise in practice … Graduated from high
school a semester early, in December 2012, and enrolled at UK?in January
2013.

2014 (Redshirt Freshman): Played
in three games, including the wins over UT Martin and ULM … Completd
two passes for 45 yards against UT Martin, including a 42-yarder.
2013 (Freshman): Redshirt season.
High?School:?
Two-year all-state quarterback at Signal Mountain (Tenn.) High School …
Led team to a 7-4 record as a senior and an appearance in the Tennessee
Class AAAA state playoffs … Completed 172 of 274 passes for 2,274 yards,
15 touchdowns and only three interceptions to earn all-state honors
from the Tennessee Sports Writers Association … District Player of the
Year … Was named the MVP of the Tennessee High School East/West All-Star
Classic after going 10-for-10 for 95 yards and a touchdown … Led the
East to a 41-20 win, setting a record for most points in the all-star
game … Solid junior season as a first-year starting quarterback,
throwing for 1,895 yards, 21 TDs and four interceptions while completing
71 percent of his passes … Was named a first-team all-state performer
in 2011 by Tennessee Sports Writers Association … Started at tight end
and defensive back as a freshman and sophomore, including sophomore
campaign which saw Signal Mountain win the Class AA state championship
with a 14-0 record (SMHS competed in 4A during his junior and senior
seasons) … Known for a strong arm and consistent accuracy … Coached by
Bill Price … “Reese is a very intelligent kid with a work ethic that is
tremendous,” Price said.  “He has a very strong arm and his accuracy is a
big plus.” … A two-year all-district performer in baseball, playing
shortstop and pitching … Junior year pitching stats featured a 7-1
record with an 0.85 earned run average, striking out 60 in 49 innings of
work … Honor-roll student and member of the Beta Club
Personal:?
Born in Chattanooga, Tenn. … Son of Stan Phillips and Elaine Reese …
Reese Phillps’ grandfather, Harry, and great uncle, Dick, were members
of the football team at Georgia … Plans a major in media arts and
studies.
Reese Says … My
nickname is: Reesey F … Other than the NFL, my dream job is: actor …
My favorite part of game day is: winning … The coolest thing about UK
is: foootball season … What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?
Never quit.