Joshua Shim Explained

Joshua Shim
Number:9
Position:Quarterback
Birth Date:18 September 1997
Birth Place:Loganville, Georgia, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:0
Weight Lb:205
High School:South Gwinnett
(Snellville, Georgia)
College:Georgia State (2016–2017)
Ellsworth CC (2018)
Saint Mary's (Halifax) (2019)
Mars Hill (2020)
USC (2021)
Windsor (2022)
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Joshua Shim (born September 18, 1997) is an American former professional football quarterback who played for the Frisco Fighters and Tulsa Oilers (IFL) of the Indoor Football League.[1] Throughout his career, Shim also contributed to various collegiate football programs, including Georgia State University, Ellsworth Community College, Saint Mary's University (Halifax), Mars Hill University, and the University of Windsor.[2]

Early life and high school

Shim, who is of South Korean descent, was born in Loganville, Georgia, on September 18, 1997, to parents, Chae Min and Jeom Rye Shim. He attended South Gwinnett High School in Snellville, Georgia. Shim was a team captain and a three-year starter under head coach, John Small. His notable achievements on the field included throwing for 3,000 yards and 37 passing touchdowns, earning him the distinction of being a two-time recipient of the Gwinnett County Player of the Month award.[3] [4]

College playing career

Georgia State (2016–2017)

In June 2016, Shim enrolled at Georgia State University, a member of the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision under head coach, Trent Miles.[5] [6] During his first year, Shim redshirted and did not participate in game action, while contributing on the scout team.[7] [8] Shim also went through his first coaching change, as the university fired coach Miles that same year.[9] Shawn Elliott was hired as the university's third head football coach.[10] Under Elliott, Shim and the Panthers won their first-ever bowl game, over Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in the AutoNation 2017 Cure Bowl.[11] [12]

Ellsworth Community College (2018)

In December 2017, Shim transferred to Ellsworth Community College, an institution competing in the National Junior College Athletic Association.[13] Throughout the 2018 season, Shim was in and out of seven games due to injuries, accumulating 394 passing yards, three passing touchdowns, and one interception.[14] He received only a few NCAA Division I-AA offers from schools such as East Tennessee State, Richmond, and William & Mary. He graduated with an Associate degree and finished as a three-star quarterback by 247Sports.[15] [16]

Saint Mary's University (2019)

In August 2019, Shim signed with Saint Mary's University (Halifax), a U Sports competitor, after being heavily recruited by head coach, James Colzie III.[17] During the 2019–20 season, Shim demonstrated his versatility by amassing 1,430 passing yards, eight touchdowns, 150 rushing yards, and four rushing touchdowns across seven games.[18]

Mars Hill University (2020)

In December 2020, Shim transferred to Mars Hill University, an NCAA Division II institution, after being recruited by head coach, Tim Clifton.[19] [20] He was able to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree, however, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted athletic competition, resulting in the cancellation of the NCAA Division II college football season.[21] [22]

University of Southern California (2021)

In 2021, Shim pursued a Master's degree at the University of Southern California.

University of Windsor (2022)

In August 2022, Shim enrolled at the University of Windsor, a U Sports participant. Contributing to the team's success, Shim played a pivotal role in securing their first playoff berth since 2014.[23] [24] He was in and out of eight games due to injuries, and recorded 195 passing yards, two passing touchdowns, 27 rushing yards,and one rushing touchdown.[25]

Professional playing career

Frisco Fighters (2023)

In February 2023, Shim signed his first professional contract with the Frisco Fighters of the Indoor Football League, after being scouted by head coach, Billy Back. However, his tenure with the Fighters was short-lived as he was released after the training camp phase.[26]

Tulsa Oilers (2023)

On April 6, 2023, he signed with the Tulsa Oilers,[27] also of the Indoor Football League, after being scouted by head coach, Marvin Jones.[28] [29] Shim's tenure with the Oilers, however, was also brief, as he was released following the Oilers' inaugural home game against the Quad City Steamwheelers.[30]

Coaching career

Rhode Island

In July 2023, Shim began his coaching career as an offensive assistant quarterback coach at the University of Rhode Island.[31]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Hamilton . Luke . April 6, 2023 . TULSA INTRODUCES NEW QB . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904194021/https:/tulsaoilersfootball.com/news/2023/4/6/football-tulsa-introduces-new-qb.aspx . September 4, 2024 . April 6, 2023 . tulsaoilersfootball.com.
  2. Web site: July 22, 2022 . South Gwinnett grad Joshua Shim commits to University of Windsor in Canada . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904202308/https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/sports/south-gwinnett-grad-joshua-shim-commits-to-university-of-windsor-in-canada/article_9d5b1a28-0a21-11ed-87ec-9bf7f32f3c00.html . September 4, 2024 . July 22, 2022 . gwinnettdailypost.com.
  3. Web site: Joshua Shim Bio . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904200439/https://georgiastatesports.com/sports/football/roster/joshua-shim/4795 . September 4, 2024 . July 4, 2024 . GeorgiaStateSports.com.
  4. Web site: CBS Sports Profile . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904214941/https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/players/2244996/joshua-shim/ . September 4, 2024 . CBS Sports.
  5. Web site: ESPN Profile . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904214411/https://www.espn.com/college-football/player/bio/_/id/4036540/joshua-shim . September 4, 2024 . espn.com.
  6. Web site: 2017 Georgia State Panthers Roster . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924194932/https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/georgia-state/2017-roster.html . September 24, 2024 . sports-reference.com.
  7. Web site: Thomas . Paul . April 15, 2017 . GSU SPRING NOTES: Lanier’s Shaw leads a physical defense . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904201133/https:/www.gwinnettdailypost.com/sports/college/gsu-spring-notes-lanier-s-shaw-leads-a-physical-defense/article_9dbaefd9-edf3-5a7c-8ba7-0fc3bf83f26a.html . September 4, 2024 . April 15, 2017 . gwinnettdailypost.com.
  8. Web site: Fox Sports Profile . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904215236/https://www.foxsports.com/college-football/joshua-shim-player-bio . September 4, 2024 . foxsports.com.
  9. Web site: Rittenberg . Adam . November 13, 2016 . Georgia State, 2-8 this season, fires coach Trent Miles . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924195445/https:/www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/18038125/georgia-state-panthers-fire-football-coach-trent-miles . September 24, 2024 . November 13, 2016 . espn.com.
  10. Web site: December 9, 2016 . Shawn Elliott named Georgia State's new head coach . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924195908/https:/www.ncaa.com/news/football/article/2016-12-09/college-football-shawn-elliott-named-georgia-states-new-head-coach . September 24, 2024 . December 9, 2016 . ncaa.com . The Associated Press.
  11. Web site: Patterson . Chip . December 16, 2017 . Cure Bowl score: Georgia State wins first-ever bowl game over Western Kentucky . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924200430/https:/www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/cure-bowl-score-georgia-state-wins-first-ever-bowl-game-over-western-kentucky/ . September 24, 2024 . CBS Sports.
  12. Web site: Bishop . Chad . December 9, 2017 . WKU’s Georgia guys amped to play team from home state . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924200640/https:/www.wbko.com/content/news/WKUs-Georgia-guys-amped-to-play-team-from-home-state-463036633.html . September 24, 2024 . December 9, 2017 . wbko.com.
  13. Web site: October 1, 2018 . Panther football with 1st win of the season . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924201150/https:/www.eccathletics.com/sports/fball/2018-19/releases/20181001kjv9mq . September 24, 2024 . October 1, 2018 . eccathletics.com.
  14. Web site: Ellsworth Panthers Player Profile Split Stats . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904204529/https://www.eccathletics.com/sports/fball/2018-19/bios/shim_josh_tz4l?view=splits&pos=qb . September 4, 2024 . eccathletics.com.
  15. Web site: December 20, 2018 . ECC football players moving on to the next level . live . https://archive.ph/IjIlV#selection-1505.0-1505.9 . December 2, 2024 . December 20, 2018 . eccathletics.com.
  16. Web site: 247 Sports Player . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904201557/https://247sports.com/player/josh-shim-80708/ . September 4, 2024 . 247sports.com.
  17. Web site: September 6, 2019 . Huskies top Gaiters 30–13 in home opener . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924202755/https:/www.smuhuskies.ca/sports/fball/2019-20/releases/20190906yrfkii . September 24, 2024 . September 6, 2019 . smuhuskies.ca.
  18. Web site: SMU Huskies Player Profile Career Stats . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904204941/https:/www.smuhuskies.ca/sports/fball/2019-20/bios/shim_joshua_cpo4 . September 4, 2024 . smuhuskies.ca.
  19. Web site: Mars Hill Lions Player Profile . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904203723/https://www.marshilllions.com/sports/fball/2020-21/bios/shim_joshua_a6fm . September 4, 2024 . marshilllions.com.
  20. Web site: January 22, 2020 . Former South Gwinnett QB Josh Shim commits to Mars Hill . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904204210/https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/sports/former-south-gwinnett-qb-josh-shim-commits-to-mars-hill/article_88ed1068-3d33-11ea-89b4-f7834c7aaa91.html . September 4, 2024 . gwinnettdailypost.com.
  21. Web site: Bonagura . Kyle . August 5, 2020 . NCAA D-II and D-III fall championships canceled . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924203027/https:/www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/29601895/ncaa-division-iii-fall-championships-canceled . September 24, 2024 . August 5, 2020 . espn.com.
  22. Web site: Bengel . Chris . August 5, 2020 . NCAA Division II and III championships for fall sports canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924203228/https:/www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/ncaa-division-ii-and-iii-championships-for-fall-sports-canceled-due-to-covid-19-pandemic/ . September 24, 2024 . August 5, 2020 . CBS Sports.
  23. Web site: October 22, 2022 . Lancer Football clinches post season berth for first time since 2014 . live . https://archive.ph/uRPxr . December 2, 2024 . October 22, 2022 . golancers.ca.
  24. Web site: September 5, 2022 . Lancers defeat No.9 Gryphons; win first road game in seven years . live . https://archive.ph/aILMO . December 2, 2024 . September 5, 2022 . golancers.ca.
  25. Web site: Windsor Player Profile . live . https://archive.ph/Hut0i . December 2, 2024 . golancers.ca.
  26. Web site: April 6, 2023 . Tulsa Introduces New QB . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904195722/https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/tulsa-introduces-new-qb/n-5942983 . September 4, 2024 . oursportscentral.com.
  27. Web site: April 7, 2023 . TULSA TO FACE DUKE CITY IN WEEK FOUR . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924204227/https:/goifl.com/news/2023/4/7/football-tulsa-to-face-duke-city-in-week-four.aspx . September 24, 2024 . April 7, 2023 . goifl.com.
  28. Web site: April 16, 2023 . Four Gwinnett grads part of Tulsa Oilers, new Indoor Football League franchise . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904195145/https://www.gwinnettdailypost.com/sports/four-gwinnett-grads-part-of-tulsa-oilers-new-indoor-football-league-franchise/article_b4370500-dc6b-11ed-914a-93b62eb4d12e.html . September 4, 2024 . April 16, 2023 . gwinnettdailypost.com.
  29. Web site: Howe . Tyler . April 7, 2023 . THE IFL PREPARES FOR WEEK FOUR ACTION . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240924204523/https:/goifl.com/news/2023/4/7/football-the-ifl-prepares-for-week-four-action.aspx . September 24, 2024 . April 7, 2023 . goifl.com.
  30. Web site: April 8, 2023 . Tulsa Oilers Player Profile . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240904193114/https:/tulsaoilersfootball.com/sports/football/roster/joshua-shim/50 . September 4, 2024 . September 4, 2024 . tulsaoilersfootball.com.
  31. Web site: Stanfield . Rick . November 5, 2023 . Influential Asian-American Football Coaches: The List of Prominent, Asian-American, Football Coaches for 2023 . https://archive.ph/K2534 . November 29, 2024 . 1stdownmedia.com.

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