Austin Peay State University Athletics

Prior to Austin Peay: Dual-sport athlete at UCLA, competing in football and track and field… Did not see action on the gridiron in two seasons in Westwood… Appeared in two track meets as a true freshman, and remains fifth all-time in UCLA indoor track and field history with a 51-11.00 triple jump mark at the Spokane Sports Showcase… Prepped at Episcopal (Texas) High School… Three-star recruit according to 247Sports, ESPN and Rivals… No. 70 quarterback by 247Sports … No. 194 prospect in state of Texas by 247Sports… No. 19 dual-threat quarterback by ESPN… No. 159 prospect in Midlands region by ESPN… No. 127 prospect in state of Texas by ESPN… Earned All-SPC recognition in 2023 and 2022 … Completed 158 of 250 passes (63.2%) for 2,157 yards and 28 touchdowns in 2022; also rushed 84 times for 699 yards and eight scores … Earned 2022-23 Gatorade Texas Boys Track & Field Player of the Year award … Won national championship in triple jump with try of 51 feet, 4 ¼ inches at Nike Outdoor Nationals

Personal: Karson Gordon is the son of Keilone and Katina… Birthday is Oct. 25… Has one younger brother, Karter… Father played football at Rice... Pursuing a bachelor's degree in public relations communication.