Jon is the son of Tom and Jennifer Daugherty. During his high school tenure, Jonathan participated in trap shooting and soccer all four years. During his senior year, he was named a captain of the soccer team. Along with soccer, Jonathan also participated in band, where he attended the ILMEA honor band festival all four years of high school. Earlier in his high school career, Jonathan was active in the chess club and Boy Scouts. During his sophomore year, he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.

After graduating from high school, Jonathan plans to attend Southern Illinois University Edwardsvil...