2023
Throughout the 2023 season, Ben Pledger showcased his kicking skills, contributing significantly to his team's success. Against
Keiser (8/31) on August 31st, he made 1 field goal out of 1 attempt, with a long of 46 yards, completed 2 out of 2 PATs, and recorded 1 touchback on kickoffs. Facing
Midwestern St. (9/9) on September 9th, Pledger converted 1 field goal out of 1 attempt, with a long of 25 yards, completed 2 out of 2 PATs, and recorded 1 touchback on kickoffs. On
September 16th against West Georgia, he made 5 out of 5 PATs and recorded 6 touchbacks on kickoffs. Despite challenges, including missed field goals against
West Alabama (9/23) on September 23rd and
West Florida (11/04) on November 4th, Pledger remained a vital asset to the team's special teams unit throughout the season. Additionally, standout performances include making 3 field goals out of 3 attempts against
Shorter University (9/30) on September 30th and converting a crucial field goal against
Chowan (10/21) on October 21st.
2022
- Primary kicker for the Choctaws
- Went 4-for-5 in FG with a long of 38 yards
- Punted four times for 151 yards
- Averaged 37.75 yards per punt with a long of 40 yards
- Handled kickoff duties with 54 kickoffs for 3015 yards
- Averaged 55.8 yards per kickoff with 6 touchbacks
BEFORE MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE
- Played for University School of Jackson under Michael StroupÂ
- 2022 Graduate
- 2021 Region Special Team Player of the Year
- 2021 All-State Kicker
PERSONAL
- Son of Jamie and Matt Pledger, sister Molly Pledger
- Born on September 23, 2003
- Majoring in Kinesiology, Pre-Physical Therapy
