Education
University of Maine.
University of Maine.
He is currently playing in Pergine in the Italian 2nd Division. Jackson was selected by the Detroit Red Wings in the 8th round (251st overall) of the 2000 National Hockey League Entry Draft. Prior to turning professional, Jackson attended the University of Maine where he played four seasons with the Maine Black Bears men"s ice hockey team, scoring 45 goals and 54 assists in 161 games.
Jackson was named the Hockey East Best Defensive Forward for the 2002-2003 season.
On June 2, 2004, the Detroit Red Wings signed Jackson to a two-year, entry level contract.