As a quarterback, running back, and linebacker for Coach Steve Colfack’s powerhouse Butte teams of the late 1990’s, Jerry led the Wildcats to a spectacular 47-4 record and four consecutive state playoff appearances. From 1996 to 1999, he took Butte to the state semi-finals once and guided them to two State Runner-Up finishes as well. However, Jerry’s proudest moment came in his junior season, when he piloted Butte to an undefeated 13-0 season and the 1998 Class D-2 State Football Championship. At the end of those four seasons, he amassed nearly 4,500 yards from scrimmage and over 100 touchdowns while also tallying 170-plus stops on defense. Jerry was also a highly skilled return specialist, taking back an additional 10 kicks and punts for touchdowns as well. During his decorated prep career, he was chosen 1st Team All-Niobrara Conference 2 times, 1st Team All-State 2 times, and was named both Captain of the All-State Team and the 1998 Offensive Player of the Year. Then in the summer of 2000, Jerry was selected to play in the 23rd annual Eight-Man All Star Game. The NEMFCA is honored to now welcome him into the Eight Man Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023.