2022 NCCA East-West Football Bios
East Team
Bryan Brewington
Bryan…South View…6-3, 260…DL…coached by Rodney Brewington…as senior, named All-Conference, HSOT All-Region and HSOT All-State (Honorable Mention), team captain…had 73 tackles, 36 TFL, 11.5 sacks, 1 safety…as junior, had 33 tackles, 8 sacks…Honors Graduate…scholarship to UNC Pembroke where he plans to major in sports science…wants to pursue a career as a college football coach…his father is his role model…favorite college athletes are Donovan and Kevin Brewington…favorite pro athlete is Eric Ebron…says “I am very excited about the opportunity to play in the all-star game. The NCCA East-West All-Star game has always been a prestigious game and the opportunity to play in this game is humbling. I expect to get a perspective of college football by playing in this game.”
Braxton Brown
Braxton…East Duplin…5-11, 205…LB…coached by Jack Holley…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area, All-State (3rd team)…had 82 tackles (31 solo), 7 TFL, 3.4 sacks, 6 QB Hurries, 1 FF, 1 FR…as junior, named All-Area…had 68 tackles (20 solo), 8 TFL, 2 sacks, 5 QB Hurries, 1 FF, 1 FR…also competed in winter and spring track and field…member of FCA (president)…scholarship to Methodist University where he plans to major in kinesiology…wants to pursue a career as a strength and conditioning coach…role models are Coach Holley, Coach Sandlin, and Pastor Jim…favorite college athlete is Trevor Lawrence…favorite pro athlete is Patrick Mahomes…says “I’m really excited to play in the NCCA East-West all-star game. I’m expecting to get better by competing against really good competition.”
Jalen Brown
Jalen…Northern Nash…6-3, 330…OL…coached by Andrew Farriss…as senior, named All-Conference…also competed in wrestling and track and field…scholarship to St. Augustine’s University…undecided about college major and career plans…his mother is his role model…favorite college athlete is Trevor Penning…favorite pro athlete is Dak Prescott…says “I am very honored and humbled to play in the NCCA East-West all-star game. I hope to gain more knowledge of the game and have fun with it.”
Klavon Brown
Klavon…J.H. Rose…6-1, 205…HB…coached by Will Bland…as senior, named HSOT All-State Two-Way Player, All-Conference, All-Area…on offense, rushed for 916 yards, 14 TDs…on defense, had 161 tackles, 25 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 2 INTs, 9 FF, 1 BFG…scholarship to Winston-Salem State University where he plans to major in physical science…wants to pursue a career in the NFL…favorite college athlete is Justin Flowe…favorite pro athlete is Tom Brady…says “It feels good to be selected to the all-star game because I love playing football, and I would like to get to know my new brothers and just to be on the field is a blessing, and many people don’t get this opportunity.”
Jaiden Covington
Jaiden…Richmond Senior…6-4, 310…OL…coached by Bryan Till…as senior, named to the Shrine Bowl…named All-Conference…scholarship to Lenoir-Rhyne where he plans to major in engineering…favorite college athlete is Jon Seaton…favorite pro athlete is Trent Williams…says “I’m pretty excited to be playing in the all-star game. I want to test myself versus some good competition.”
Paul Edens
Paul…Princeton…6-0, 205…LB…coached by Travis Gaster…as senior, named All-State (2nd team), All-Area, News Observer Athlete of the Week…had 134 tackles, 2 INTs, 3 FF, 2 FR…also played baseball…member of Beta Club…Class Chaplain…plans to attend Wayne County Community College where he will major in construction management…wants to pursue a career as a project manager for a large construction firm…his father is his role model…favorite pro athlete is J.J. Watt…says “I’m excited and honored to represent my school and family. I hope to make positive memories that will last a lifetime and make my family and school proud.”
Xzavier Fields
Xzavier…Corinth Holders…6-0, 300…DL…coached by Adam Khavari…as senior, named team Defensive MVP…had 128 total tackles and 10 sacks…scholarship to North Carolina A&T State University where he plans to major in sport kinesiology…wants to pursue a career in the NFL…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Savion Jackson…favorite pro athlete is Aaron Donald…says “I’m expecting a great time and opportunity to meet new people and learn from them.”
Justin Foreman
Justin…D.H. Conley…6-1, 177…DB…coached by Nate Conner…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area…played in the 252 vs. 919 All-Star game… had 73 tackles and 2 INTs…on offense, had 673 receiving yards…undecided about college choice…plans to major in sports marketing/business…wants to have his own barber shop…favorite pro athlete is Steve Smith…says “I am excited for the opportunity to compete against some of the best competition there is.”
Kaevon Freshwater
Kaevon…Northeastern…6-4, 230…DE…coached by Antonio Moore…as senior, named HSOT All-State, All-Conference, All-Area, Maxpreps Sack Leader, Defensive Player of the Year, ENC Defensive selection, 252-919 Defensive selection and game Defensive MVP, team Defensive MVP…had 103 tackles, 29 sacks, 3 safeties, 6 FF, 1 BP, 1 FR…as junior, named HSOT All-State, All-Conference, NCPreps/Carolina Preps All-Star, Maxpreps All-Star, Defensive Player of the Year, team Defensive Player of the Year…had 101 tackles, 25 sacks, 1 FR for TD…as sophomore, named HSOT All-State, All-Conference, ENC Defensive Selection, NCPreps/Carolina Preps All-Star, Conference Player of the Year…also played basketball, where he was named All-Conference and Player of the Year…scholarship to Saint Augustine’s University where he plans to major in sports management…wants to pursue a career in the NFL or become a high school football coach…his brother Treveon is his role model…favorite pro athlete is Aaron Donald…says “I’m extremely excited for getting the opportunity to play in this all-star game! I would like to thank God for giving me the talent to play football and my parents for guiding me along this journey. I am expecting to have a life-long experience and meet new people.”
Dasani Gaddy
Dasani…Wake Forest…6-1, 185…DL…coached by Reginald Lucas…undecided about college choice…plans to major in computer science/engineering/business management…wants to pursue a career as an engineer, computer scientist, or in the field of business management…favorite college athlete is Will Anderson…favorite pro athlete is Aaron Donald…says “I expect to evaluate myself going against other players and to gain some experience and hopefully learn some things.”
Jay Haggins
Jay…South View…5-10, 165…K…coached by Rodney Brewington…as senior, named All-Conference, All-County, 910 Preps Special Teams Player of the Year…led the conference in kicking points (48) and punting yards…over twenty touchbacks…as junior, named Fayetteville Observer Player of the Week…led the conference in kicking point (26) in shortened season…as sophomore, was second in the conference in kicking points (47)…also played baseball…Scholar Athlete…member of National Honor Society…undecided about college choice…plans to major in criminal justice…wants to pursue a career as an officer in the army…his dad is his role model…favorite pro athlete is Bryce Harper…says “I’m honored to be selected for the all-star game. I will gain friendships and life lessons.”
Kedrick Harrison
KD…Cleveland…6-1, 230…LB…coached by Scott Riley…as senior, named All-Conference… had 110 tackles, 16 TFL, 4 sacks, 3 INTs, 2 FF…on offensive, had 37 receiving yards…as junior, had 60 tackles, 1 INT, 1 FF…undecided about college choice and major…wants to pursue a career in football and as a mechanic…his mother is his role model…favorite college athlete is Omarion Hampton…favorite pro athlete is Ray Lewis…says “I feel like this might be the last time I get to play football if I don’t start trying to speak to someone about walking on because of the opportunities that I have for being a mechanic that I won’t get from the chance to show what I can do a the next level. What I am expecting to see and feel is just from the other players what this means for them and wanting to know what made them pick this sport to play.”
Levi Herring
Levi…Whiteville…6-3, 270…OL…coached by Jarret Price…as senior, named All-Conference, Friday Night Lights All-State, All-County…Best Offensive Lineman Award recipient…as junior, named All-Conference, Friday Night Lights All-State (2nd team)…member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Phi Alpha Pack Club…scholarship to Barton College where he plans to major in sports management… wants to pursue a career in sports management…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Sam Howell…favorite pro athlete is Cam Newton… says “I am blessed and honored to be chosen to represent my school, family, and community. I give all the glory to God for giving me the athletic ability to be a role model to younger kids. I look forward to being able to meet and network with other great players that share my passion.”
Jewalace Holmes
Jewalace…Southern Durham….6-0, 184…WR…coached by Darius Robinson…as senior, named All-Conference, Conference Offensive Player of the Year…on offense, had 24 receptions for 512 yards and 7 TDs…on defense, had 1 INT, 21 pass deflections, 1 FF, 1 FR…on special teams, had 8 punt returns for 194 yards and 1 kick return for 87 yards…as junior, named All-Conference…as sophomore, named All-Conference…undecided about college choice…plans to major in engineering…wants to pursue a career as an entrepreneur and own his own business…favorite college athlete is Deandre Hopkins…favorite pro athlete is Randy Moss…says “It is a blessing and honor to participate in this prestigious event. I hope to develop new life-long relationships with my fellow all-star teammates and coaches.”
Fuller Howard
Fuller…Wake Forest…6-2, 205…LB…coached Reggie Lucas…as senior, had 79 tackles, 10 TFL, 3.5 sacks, 2 INTs, 2 FF, 1 FR, 1 blocked FG, 1 blocked punt, 1 TD, 1 safety…as junior, named All-Conference…had 77 tackles, 9 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 2 INT, 2 FR, 1 blocked FG, 1 blocked punt, 4 PBUs…as sophomore, had 42 tackles, 2 FR, 1 PBU…Boone Honors scholarship to Ferrum College where he will major in business…wants to pursue a career in business…favorite college athlete is Peyton Wilson…favorite pro athlete is Darius Leonard…says “I expect to gain more of a feel for what it’s like in college since I’ll be playing against some of the best players in N.C.”
Sam Jones
Sam…Hoggard…6-6, 220…QB…coached by Craig Underwood…as senior passed for 2,361 yards and rushed for 500 yards…scored 28 TDs…also named All-Conference in basketball and track and field…4-time NCHSAA Scholar Athlete (3 sports)…named Hoggard’s 2022-2023 Male Athlete of the Year…member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes…scholarship to UNC Pembroke where he plans to major in business…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Josh Jones…favorite pro athlete is Justin Hebert…says “I am very honored and excited to be selected for the NCCA East-West All-star game. I attended the game in 2018 to watch my brother, Josh Jones, play, and I am looking forward to competing with the other all-stars.”
Tyrese McCleese
Tyrese…J.A. Holmes…6-2, 240…DT…coached by Paul Hoggard…as senior named All-State, All-Area…had 81 tackles…as junior, named All-State, All-Conference…had 61 tackles…as sophomore, named All-State, All-Area…had 130 tackles, 10 sacks…was also a state runner-up in wrestling…plans to attend Kentucky Welding Institute and pursue a career in welding…his father is his role model…favorite college athlete is Jordan Davis…favorite pro athlete is Aaron Donald…says “I’m super excited. It has always been a dream of mine since freshman year to play in this all-star game, and I’m expecting to gain more knowledge about my position and skills that I can pass down to my cousin to make him a better payer since I’m not playing college ball.”
Richard McDonald
Richard…Cape Fear…6-1, 175…WR…coached by Jacob Thomas…as senior, named All-Conference, team Offensive MVP…undecided about college choice…plans to major in sports management…wants to pursue a career in the NFL…trainer Deon Lee is his role model…favorite college athlete is John Metchie…favorite pro athlete is Justin Jefferson…says “I feel honored to play in the all-star game and to be taught by plenty of great coaches.”
Davon McKayan-Jones
Davon…Hunt…6-3, 187…DB…coached by Juan Jackson…as senior, on defense, had 29 tackles, 7 INTs (4 for TDs), 5 pass deflections, 2 FF…on offense, had 41 receptions for 776 yards and 10 TDs…as junior, on offense, had 21 receptions for 416 yards and 7 TDs…as sophomore, on offense, had 18 receptions for 429 yards and 5 TDs…7 KO returns for 188 yards and 3 TDs…also competed in lacrosse and track and field…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business…wants to pursue a career in the NFL and then in business…favorite college athlete is Jahvon Qurnerly…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “It’s an honor to be selected to play in the all-star game, and I’m expecting to develop everlasting relationships with my teammates and to become a better man.”
Ladarius McNeill
Ladarius…Scotland…6-2, 185…LB…coached by Richard Bailey…as senior, had 114 tackles, 14 TFL, 4 sacks, 1 F, 1 FR TD…scholarship to Winston-Salem State University where he plans to major in business…feels “good” about playing in the all-star game.
Keyshawn Monk
Keyshawn…Cleveland…6-0, 180…DB…coached by Scott Riley…as senior, had 110 tackles, 10 PBUs, 6 INTs, 3 TDs…as junior, had 66 tackles, 3 TFL, 3 INTs, 1 FF, 3 FR, 2 blocked kicks, 6 PDUs….as sophomore, had 55 tackles, 2 TFL, 2 INTs, 1 FF, 5 FR, 3 PDUs…also competed on conference championship track team…scholarship to Fayetteville State University where he plans to major in sports management…wants to play football at the next level…his mom and dad are his role models…favorite pro athlete is Jalen Ramsey…says “I feel honored to play in this game. One of my goals in life is to be the best player and son I can be.”
Jamarion Montford
Jamarion…West Carteret…5-10, 155…WR…coached b Daniel Barrow…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference, All-County, team MVP…on offense, passed for 1,199 yards and 14 TDs…rushed for 790 yards and 9 TDs…on defense, had 27 tackles, 2 FF, 2 FR, 1 PBU…as junior, named All-Conference, All-County…also named All-Conference and Defensive Player of the Year in basketball and competed in track and field…member of National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes…scholarship to Aces Elite Sports Academy where he will major in exercise science / athletic training…wants to pursue a career in football and then as an athletic trainer while spreading God’s Word…his mom is his role model…favorite college athlete is Evan Stewart…favorite pro athlete is Antonio Brown…says “I’m really excited to play in the all-star game, and it’s an honor to be selected. I am looking to gain more knowledge of the game as well as knowledge of my positions.”
Robert Nicholson
Robert…Scotland…5-9, 190…RB…coached by Richard Bailey…as senior, named All-Conference, team captain…passed for 1,719 yards and 22 TDs…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business management…wants to pursue a career in real estate development and property management…his mom is his role model…favorite college athlete is Zamir White…favorite pro athlete is Odell Beckam…says “It’s an honor to be considered one of the top football players in the state and to represent my community.”
Hayes Pippin
Hayes…Washington…5-11, 176…QB…coached by Perry Owens…as senior, named All-County, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year, HSOT All-State (Honorable Mention)…passed for 2,172 yards and 21 TDs…rushed for 1,279 yards and 12 TDs…also played long snapper, safety, and linebacker…on defense, had 30 tackles, 1 INT, 1 FR for TD…set school record for most points in game and most passing yards in a season…as junior, named All-County…passed for 894 yards and 11 TDs and rushed for 283 yards and 8 TDs…played baseball and basketball…member of National Honor Society, Student Government (Pres.), Project Unify…Class Marshal…hospital volunteer…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business…wants to own his own business…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Tim Tebow…favorite pro athlete is Kawhi Leonard…says “I am honored and excited to be playing in the all-star game. It has always been a goal of mine. I am expecting to gain a great experience and make new friendships and gain knowledge from new coaches.”
Julius Riley III
Julius…Seventy-First…5-10, 150…WR…coached by Duran McLaurin…as senior, named All-Conference…as junior, named All-Conference…member of SGA…undecided about college choice…plans to major in biomedical science or business…wants to pursue a career in the NFL and start a business in micro engineering…his mother is his role model…favorite college athlete is Jerry Judy…favorite pro athlete is Damarion Williams…says “I’m really excited to have this opportunity, and I’m expecting to gain more information and experience.”
Cyril Rodts
Cyril…Millbrook…6-3, 275…OL…coached by Clarence Inscore…as senior, named All-Conference, Academic All-Conference, team captain, Riddle & Brantley Scholar of the Week…Golden Helmet Award recipient…also named All-Conference and team captain in wrestling, where he was a state qualifier…High School Scholar All-American recipient from the National Wrestling Coaches Association and the US Marine Corps…Eagle Scout…Sports Analytics Club officer…plans to attend NC State University where he plans to major in and pursue a career in computer science…favorite pro athlete is Luke Kuechly…says “I feel blessed being able to participate and represent my school and state in such a prestigious game.”
William Santospago
William…Millbrook…6-3, 295…OL…coached by Clarence Inscore…as senior, named All-Conference, team captain…graded out at 80+…led team in pancake blocks and allowed 1 sack…no bad snaps all year…has junior, graded out 80+ …led teams in pancake blocks and allowed 1 sack…scholarship to Barton College where he plans to major in business…wants to pursue a career in the construction business…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Tyler Linderbaum…favorite pro athlete is Trent Williams…says “I feel excited to be playing in the all-star game. It is an honor to be selected to represent my school. I am expecting to enjoy this experience and will play with passion. I am looking forward to playing with my peers and to having fun the entire time I am there.”
Barnes Smith
Barnes…Terry Sanford…5-10, 195…LS, LB…coached by Bruce McClelland II…as senior, on defense, had 96 tackles…on offense, had 84 receiving yards and 4 TDs…as junior, had 54 tackles, 2 INTs…as sophomore, had 67 tackles, 1 INT…also named All-Conference in baseball his junior year…member of Honor Society, Global Studies, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (officer)…plans to attend NC State and major in agriculture business…his father and grandfather are his role models…favorite college is James Skalski…favorite pro athlete is Aaron Rodgers…says “I am extremely excited and blessed to play in the all-star game. I hope to have one final high school level game and have a great time and meet players from all over the state and learn more about the game of football.”
Edward Stewart
Edward…Havelock…6-4, 220…DL…coached by Allen Wooten…as senior, one of the conference sack leaders…plans to attend community college…God and his mom are his role models…favorite college athlete is Trevor Lawrence…favorite pro athlete is Tyreek Hill…says “playing in the all-star game is a great opportunity.”
Justin Taylor
Justin…Goldsboro…5-11, 174…DB…coached by Timothy Ray…as senior, named All-Conference, All-State (2nd team)…had 70 total tackles…on offense, rushed for 540 yards and had 201 receiving yards…also named Defensive MVP in basketball and competed in track and field…member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes…scholarship to Chowan University where he plans to major in sports medicine…wants to pursue a career in physical training…his mother is his role model…favorite college athlete is Sauce Gardener…favorite pro athlete is Darell Revis…says “I expect to play against talented players that will help me perfect my craft and also make me better and give me good competition! I also expect to have fun and make lots of friendships with the guys!”
Liam Towey
Liam…Fuquay-Varina…6-3, 270…OL…coached by Jeb Hall…as senior, named All-Conference…as junior, named All-Conference…also played baseball…A-B Honor Roll…scholarship to Wingate University where he plans to major in chemistry…wants to pursue a career in gene therapy at Pfizer…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Ikem Ekwonu…favorite pro athlete is Trent Williams…says “It is a great honor to be able to play another football game.”
Jemell Vereen
Jemell…Jack Britt…5-10, 205…RB…coached by Brian Randolph…as senior, named All-Conference, All-County…rushed for 988 yards…had 249 receiving yards…1,237 all-purpose yards…scholarship to UNC Pembroke where he plans to major in biology…wants to pursue a career in environmental science…his mom is his role model…favorite college athlete is Reggie Bush…favorite pro athlete is Russell Wilson…says “I’m really excited that I get to go out there and compete with some of the best players in the state. It will be a great experience, and I’m hoping to make new friends and learn more to better myself in football.”
Malachi White
Malachi…J.A. Holmes…5-11, 168…DB…coached by Paul Hoggard…as senior, named All-Conference, team Offensive Player of the Year…on defense, had 3 INTs for 48 yards…on offense, rushed for 1,111 yards and 18 TDS…as junior, named All-Conference, team Offensive Player of the Year…on defense, had 1 INT…on offense, rushed for 478 yards and 13 TDs…as sophomore, rushed for 472 yards and 7 TDs…also named All-Conference in basketball…scholarship to Fayetteville State University where he plans to major in physical education…favorite pro athlete is Tavion Austin…says “I feel the all-star game will be a great experience and give me a great insight into how college ball will be. I am excited and honored to be able to play.”
Leslie Williams
Leslie…Warren County…6-4, 295…DL…coached by Victor Hunt…as senior, named All-Conference (offense and defense), team Best Lineman Award and Iron Man Award recipient…also named All-Conference in and team MVP in track and field and played basketball…scholarship to Louisburg College where he plans to major in sports management…wants to pursue a career as a professional football player…his mom is his role model…favorite college athlete is Jalen Carter…favorite pro athlete is Aaron Donald…says “I AM EXCITED AND READY TO PLAY!! I am expecting to get more college looks, and I’m coming to show off my talents.”
Malachi Wolf
Malachi…Farmville Central…6-0, 170…WR…coached by Ronald Cook…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Regional, All-State, Male Athlete of the Year…named All-Conference and All-Region in track and field…plans to walk-on at Winston-Salem State University where he will major in sports management…wants to pursue a career as a coach after his playing career is over…favorite pro athlete is Jerry Juedy…says “It feels good to be selected to play in the all-star game. I’m expecting to learn more and compete on a higher level.”
Remington Workman, Jr.
Remington…Westover…6-0, 210…LB…coached by Ernest King…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference, team defensive Player of the Year and captain…had 99 tackles, 19 TFL, 10 sacks…as junior, named All-State, All-Conference, team defensive captain…Shrine Bowl…had 76 tackles, 7 sacks…as sophomore, named All-Conference, team defensive captain…had 60 tackles…member of National Honor Society, Beta Club…scholarship to Saint Augustine’s University where he plans to major in exercise science…his grandmother is his role model…favorite pro athlete is Khalil Mack…says “It is a blessing to have the opportunity to play and compete in this all-star game.”
West Team
Layton Allen
Layton…East Surry…6-1, 180…WR…coached by Trent Lowman…as senior, named All-Conference, All-State (2nd Team)…had 83 catches for 1,294 yards and 12 TDs…holds school season and career records for receptions…as junior, named All-State (2nd Team)…had 36 catches for 716 yards and 7 TDs…also competed in indoor and outdoor track and field…member of National Honor Society…scholarship to Lenoir-Rhyne University where he plans to major in business…wants to start his own business…his father is his role model…favorite college athlete is John Metchie…favorite pro athlete is Cooper Kupp…says “I feel great about playing in the all-star game. It will be a great experience for me to go up against the best players in North Carolina. I will get good competition and competitiveness out of every other player. This will not only help me prepare for the next level, but it will give me a good feel of what I’m up against for the years to come.”
Erwil Anthony, Jr.
Erwil…A.L. Brown…6-4, 285…OL…coached by Mike Newsome…as senior, named team captain…selected to Shrine Bowl…played in Queen City Senior Bowl…as junior, named team’s Most Outstanding Lineman…scholarship to Wingate University where he plans to major in exercise science…wants to pursue a career as a weightlifting coach or an athletic trainer…favorite college athlete is Shedeur Sanders…favorite pro athlete is James Harden…says “it is an honor to play in this all-star game. I expect to gain a lot of experience from it.”
Javaryon Bruton
Javaryon…A.L.Brown…602, 275…OL…coached by Mike Newsome…as senior, 2021 Great American Rivalry Champions…scholarship to Winston-Salem State University where plans to major in technical engineering…wants to pursue a career in software engineering / video game design…favorite college athlete is Jon Seaton…favorite pro athlete is Ray Lewis…says “I’m truly grateful to have a chance to play the game I love on such a big stage. I see this as an opportunity to match up against and compare my skills to the other great players that are participating. I am also looking forward to getting to know my teammates and having fun playing with them.”
Jabrii Carolina
Jabrii…Thomasville…6-1, 230…RB…coached by Kevin Gillespie…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference…rushed for 1,160 yards and 23 TDs…on defense, had 32 tackles (12 solo), 5 TFL, 1 INT…undecided about college choice…plans to major in sports management…Akeem Davis is his role model…favorite college athlete is Bryce Young…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “I am excited about playing with and against the top players, and it will be a great experience and great competition.”
Hunter Davis
Hunter…Burns…6-1, 205…ILB…coached by David Devine…as senior, named All-Conference…had 208 tackles, 3 TFL, 1 sack, 1 INT…also played baseball…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business…wants to start and run his own business…his grandfather is his role model…favorite pro athlete is Luke Kuechly…says “I feel that this is a unique opportunity, and I feel honored to participate in this prestigious event. I hope to learn a tremendous amount not only about myself but I also want to learn about my competition and the things that they do to make them the best in North Carolina. I feel that the lessons learned here will better prepare me as I continue to apply these lessons as I move forward in my life. I am very grateful for being selected to play in this game, and in the future, I hope to be able to continue to pay back to those who have helped me along the way.”
Zion Dixon
Zion…Glenn…5-11, 175…CB…coached by Antwon Stevenson…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area…had 43 tackles, 5 INTs…also played basketball where he was twice named All-Area and 3 times named All-Conference…scholarship to Winston-Salem State University where he plans to major in business administration…wants to pursue a career as a sports agent and work in the corporate world…his parents are his role models…favorite college athlete is Ahmad Gardner…favorite pro athlete is Chris Paul…says “I am very excited to play in this game. I am expecting to make relationships with different players and coaches around the state and to compete.”
Landon Eagler
Landon…South Mecklenburg…6-4, 3-15…OL…coached by Joe Evans…as senior, named All-Conference…as junior, named All-Conference…as sophomore, named All-Conference…scholarship to Lenoir-Rhyne University…wants to pursue a career in the NFL…his dad is his role model…favorite pro athlete is Quentin Nelson…says he expects “to get some good competition from other players from all around the state.”
David Eldridge
David…West Forsyth…6-1, 280…DT…coached by Adrian Snow…as senior, named All-Conference…scholarship to Winston-Salem State University…favorite college athlete is Glenn Dorsey…favorite pro athlete is Aaron Donald…says “I feel good to play with some of the best in the West and the East.”
Ellijah Ellis
Ellijah…North Forsyth…6-5, 255…DE…coached by Bernard Williams…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area…had 30 tackles, 10 TFL, 8 sacks, 1 FF, 2 FR, 2 blocked FG…scholarship to Johnson C. Smith where he plans to major in sport management / mathematics…wants to pursue a career in the NFL and become a football coach and math teacher…favorite college athletes are Bryan Breaee and Aidan Hutchinson…favorite pro athlete is Aaron Donald…says “I’m excited. I’m glad I get to play in the all-star game. This has been one of my goals that I set for myself this year. I’m ready to play against the best high school players in the state! I want to gain experience that’s going to help me get better when I go off to college.”
Jordan Farmer
Jordan…Southeast Guilford…6-1, 185…CB…coached by Earl Bates…as senior, named All-Area, MaxPreps Defensive Player of the Year…had 25 solo tackles, 3 INTs, 5 TDs…as junior, named All-Area (2nd Team) …had 3 INTs…3 TDs…as sophomore, had 1 INT…2 TDs…also competed in basketball and track and field…undecided about college choice…plans to major in sports management…wants to start his own sports management agency…his Uncle Arsenio Gaskins is his role model…favorite college athlete is Ahmad Gardner…favorite pro athlete is C.J. Gardner Johnson…says “I am extremely excited to be a part of the East-West game. I am expecting to learn what it feels like to play and be around the best players in our area and compete with them.”
Nicholas Furman
Nicholas…Mallard Creek…6-1, 285…OL…coached by Kennedy Tinsley…as senior, Senior Bowl selection…also competed and was a state qualifier in wrestling…scholarship to Greensboro College where he plans to major in marketing…wants to pursue a career in content creation…favorite college athlete is Jordan Davis…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “I feel honored to be invited to the game, and I’m excited to see how it goes.”
Jack Gooch
Jack…Northern Guilford…6-0, 190…DE…coached by Erik Westberg…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area…had 79 tackles, 12 sacks…as junior, had 73 tackles, 3 sacks…member of Beta Club, Honor Roll…scholarship to Barton College…wants to pursue a career coaching football…Coach G is his role model…favorite college athlete is Aidan Hutchinson…favorite pro athlete is Brian Burns…says “I am very excited to play in the game. I am expecting to be able to learn and play beside some of the best players in the state, while also being able to show my talents to those who have not been able to see me play.”
Tre’von Hester
Tre’von…Page…6-0, 220…RB…coached by Doug Robertson…as senior, named All-Region, All-Conference, team Most Valuable Player…rushed for 1,150 yards and 19 TDs… on defense, had 60 tackles…as sophomore, rushed for 1,500 yards…also competed in basketball and track and field…scholarship to Winston-Salem State University…wants to pursue a career as an engineer or chiropractor…his dad is his role model…favorite pro athlete is Russel Wilson…says “I am excited to participate in the East-West all-star game. I want to do whatever it takes to help the West team come out on top. I am just looking to have fun playing with and against the top athletes in the state. It is a great way to compete in a game before I go on to play at Winston-Salem State University.”
Brub Hines
Brub…RS Central…6-1, 230…LB…coached by John Faircloth…as senior, named All-Conference, team MVP…as junior, named team Best Offensive Back…scholarship to UVA Wise where he plans to major in software engineering….wants to pursue a career as an architectural engineer…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Trenton Simpson…favorite pro athlete is Chase Young…says “I am very excited to play in the all-star game, and I expect to have fun and learn from other coaches while I’m here.”
Desmond Jackson
Desmond…Mooresville…5-11, 185…TE…coached by Joe Nixon…as senior, named All-Conference…also named All-Conference in wrestling…recipient of the Principal’s Award for Academic Excellence and the Sportsmanship Award…Honors Student…plans to attend UNC Wilmington where he plans to major in music technology…wants to pursue a career as a music producer and own his own studio…his father is his role model…favorite college athlete is Keshaun Black…favorite pro athlete is Von Miller…says “I am excited to play in the all-star game. I hope to make this game the best game I ever play as it will be my last.”
Tanner Jordan
Tanner…North Davidson…6-2, 215…ILB…coached by Brian Flynn…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area, Conference Player of the Year, All-Region, All-State, All-County…had 192 tackles, 22 TFL…397 career tackles…as junior, named All-Conference, All-County…as sophomore, named All-Conference…also competed in wrestling and track and field…academic scholarship/ preferred walk-on at Lenoir-Rhyne University where he plans to major in business…wants to pursue a career as a livestock entrepreneur…favorite pro athlete is Ray Lewis…says “I’m extremely humbled to be able to represent my school, community, and family in this prestigious all-star game. I expect to gain some new friendships and knowledge about football.”
Bob Kabambi
Bob…Mallard Creek…6-0, 195…OLB…coached by Kennedy Tinsley…as senior, had 40 tackles and 7.5 sacks…undecided about college major…plans to major in information technology…wants to pursue a career creating and coding video games and go into business with Microsoft…favorite college athlete is Kayvon Thibodeaux…favorite pro athlete is Darius Leonard…says “I am extremely blessed to have the opportunity to show my skills in front of the whole state.”
Orlando Leon
Orlando…Watauga…6-1, 205…TE/H…coached by Ryan Habich…as senior, named All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year, Academic All-Conference, team MVP…on offense, had 365 yards receiving and 165 yards rushing…6 TDs…on defense, had 45 tackles, 2 FF, 3 FR, 2 INTs…as junior, named All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year, Academic All-Conference…on offense, had 226 yards receiving and 52 yards rushing…4 TDs…on defense, had 26 tackles, 3 sacks, 1 safety, 2 PBUs, 1 INT, 3 FF…as sophomore, named All-Conference…also competed in basketball and track and field…member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Athletes for Good…plans to walk on at Appalachian State University…his dad is his role model…says “I’m very excited to be playing in the all-star game, and I expect to have a good time and an opportunity to play in another game before college. I also would like to represent my team and my community in a positive way.”
Khyair Lundy
Khyair…Eastern Guilford…6-0, 165…WR…coached by Antonio Aguilar…as senior, named All-Region, All-Conference, Offensive Player of the Year…had 900 yards and 16 TDs receiving…plans to walk on at Queen City Prep…says “I’m excited to be playing in the all-star game, and I just plan on getting better and having fun for one last high school game.”
Donell McDonald
Donell…North Mecklenburg…6-4, 270…OL…coached by Damon McKee…as senior, named O-D All-American, Blue Grey All-American…IB student…scholarship to Mount Union University where he plans to major in mechanical engineering…favorite college athlete is Donell McDonald, Sr. (WSSU)…favorite pro athlete is Marshawn Lynch…says “I’m honored to be in the all-star game that my father played in.”
Will Montgomery
Will…East Forsyth…6-0, 157…CB…coached by Todd Willert…as senior, had 25 tackles, 6 INTs, 1FR, 10 PBU…as junior, had 28 tackles, 1 INT, 1 FF 1 FR…as sophomore, had 47 tackles, 5 INTs, 1 FR…played in the Carolina Bowl…also competed in track and field…scholarship to Lenoir-Rhyne University where he plans to major in business and finance…wants to pursue a career in the NFL…his parents are his role models…favorite college athlete is Jaycee Horn…says “I’m very excited to be playing with people I haven’t played with and also to showcase my talents so I can stop being overlooked.”
Elijah Munoz
Elijah…Statesville…5-10, 165…WR…coached by Randall Gusler…as senior, named All-Conference, All-County…had 13 receptions for 200 yards and 1 TD…on defense, had 106 tackles…as junior, named All-Conference, All-County…as sophomore, named All-Conference…also competed in basketball and wrestling…undecided about college choice…plans to major in construction management…wants to pursue a career as a project manager at Locke-Lane Construction…his brother is his role mode…favorite college athlete is Brandon Johnson…favorite pro athlete is Russel Wilson…says “I am very excited to be given the opportunity to showcase what I can do and have a god time with my teammates. I hope to gain more exposure and possibly looks from other colleges.”
Jonathan Neal
Jonathan…Dudley…6-0, 275…OL…coached by Steven Davis…as senior, named All-Area, All-Conference, All-State (2nd Team) …Academic All-State…played on state championship team and was the recipient of the Sportsmanship Award of the game…as junior, named All-Conference, All-State (2nd Team)…named All-Conference in track and field…member of National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, National Society of Black Engineers, Kappa League, Dudley Fellows…scholarship to Wingate University where he plans to major in exercise science…wants to pursue a career in physical therapy…his cousin Joshua and his Grandfather Philbert are his role models…favorite college athlete is Myles Murphy…favorite pro athlete is D.J. Reader…says “It is an honor for me to play in the all-star game because it shows that all the hard work, dedication and sacrifice has paid off. I expect to have fun and be part of something historic.”
Cam Peoples
Cam…Reidsville…5-7, 170…WR…coached by Jimmy Teague…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year, All-Area, team MVP…1,000 total yards and 15 TDs…also named team MVP and twice named All-Conference in basketball…member of AB Honor Roll, National Honor Society…scholarship to Emory and Henry where he plans to major in exercise science…wants to pursue a career as a physical therapist…God is his role model…favorite college athlete is Garrett Wilson…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “I’m excited to represent my home town, Reidsville, and to show what I can do, and I’m expecting to gain knowledge from colleges and new things to add to my skillset from other players.”
Jake Prince
Jake…Hickory…6-2, 240…DE/LS…coached by Joe Glass…as senior, had 96 tackles, 12 TFL, 4 sacks…scholarship to Lenoir-Rhyne University where he plans to major in exercise science…wants to pursue a career operating his own PA practice…favorite college athlete is Aiden Hutchinson…favorite pro athlete is J.J. Watt…says “I am excited to play in the all-star game because I get to play some more football before the grind of college starts.”
Tyson Resper
Tyson…Grimsley…5-8, 160…WR…coached by Darryl Brown…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area (Honorable Mention)…had 40 catches for 586 yards and 11 TDs…as junior, named All-Conference, All-Area (2nd Team)…played on state championship team…had 32 catches for 464 yards and 5 TDs…IB Student…scholarship to Catawba College where he plans to major in business…favorite college athlete is Jamieson Williams…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “I am excited to compete against the top athletes in the state of North Carolina. I also get one last opportunity to play in my home stadium. I look forward to sharing this experience with family and friends.”
Evan Rhodes
Evan…R.J.Reynolds…6-2, 205…ILB…coached by Pat Crowley…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area…296 total career tackles…led the conference and was 11th in the state in average tackles per game (14.5)…led the conference in solo tackles (56)…two way starter – ILB & TE…as junior, named All-Conference…had 83 tackles…as sophomore, led the team in most tackles for a lineman (68) and most tackles for a loss…also played basketball and lacrosse…member of National Honor Society…Presidential Service Award recipient…YMCA basketball coach…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business…wants to pursue a career in the sports and entertainment industry…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Thayer Thomas…favorite pro athlete is Kobe Bryant…says “This honor is a culmination of all the long hours, hard work, and sacrifices that have been part of playing football. I have always focused my efforts on being a team player, but it is very special to be recognized on an individual basis as one of the top senior players in the state. I will always cherish the opportunity and appreciate the confidence that has been placed in me. I simply love the game of football and cannot wait to play alongside some of the best players in the state and compete on behalf of the West.”
Akin Robinson
Akin…West Rowan…5-7, 170…RB…coached by Louis Kraft…as senior, named All-Conference, All-County…rushed for 1,200 yards and 13 TDs…as junior, rushed for 800 yards and 8 TDs…also competed in track and field…scholarship to Limestone University where he plans to major in exercise science…wants to pursue a career in the strength and condition field…favorite college athlete is Alvin Kamara…favorite pro athlete is Debo Samuel…says of playing in the all-star game: “I’m excited to represent my school!”
Antione Shaw
Antione…Grimsley…5-10, 178…S…coached by Darryl Brown…as senior, had 64 solo tackles, 3 INTs, 2 sacks, 2 TDs…scholarship to Presbyterian College where he plans to major in Psychology…wants to pursue a career furthering human interaction studies or be a therapist…his mother is his role model…favorite college athlete is Grant Delpit…favorite pro athlete is Jaylen Ramsey…says “I feel great and appreciative of the opportunity to showcase myself in the summer and my buzz about my character and football talents on the field.”
Andrew Siler
Andrew…Ragsdale…6-0, 175…S…coached by Johnny Boykin…as senior, named All-Conference…had 4 TDs…also made All-Conference in basketball…scholarship to Guilford College where he plans to major in marketing…wants to pursue a career as a professional marketer for a sports team…his parents are his role models…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “I am expecting to meet new people and create more memories to finish off my senior year of high school.”
Jahmier Slade
Jahmier…Dudley…6-0, 180…QB…coached by Steven Davis…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area, All-State…played on state championship team…State Championship MVP…passed for 2,303 yards and 30 TDs…rushed for 812 yards and 7 TDs…scholarship to Winston-Salem State University where he plans to major in sports medicine…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…is expecting a “great bond and experience” from playing in the all-star game.
Riley Sullivan
Riley…North Davidson…6-4, 175…K/P…coached by Brian Flynn…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference, All-Region…8/11 FG – long of 43…55/63 on touchbacks…2/4 onside kicks…as junior, named All-State, All-Conference…scholarship to Barton College where he plans to major in business…wants to pursue a career as a sports broadcaster…Jim Valvano is his role model…favorite college athlete is Christopher Dunn…favorite pro athlete is Joe Burrow…says “I am very excited and am looking forward to playing with other good players throughout the state. I’m looking forward to gaining new friendships with new teammates.”
Quaidyn Tugman
Quaidyn…Hibriten…6-0, 175…OLB…coached by Sam Mackey…as senior, named team MVP…had 60 tackles, 15 TDs…plans to attend East Carolina University where he plans to major in computer science…YoungBoy is his role model…favorite college athlete is John Metchie…favorite pro athlete is Odell Beckham…says “I am very excited to be playing, and I hope to gain an amazing experience.”
Arhman Tyson
Arhman…Asheboro…6-2, 280…DT…coached by Blake Brewer…as senior, named All-Conference, Conference Lineman of the Year…had 76 tackles, 15 TFL, 4 sacks, 1 FF…also twice named All-Conference in wrestling…undecided about college choice…plans to major in engineering…wants to pursue a career in the engineering or medical fields…Lewis Tyson is his role model…favorite college athlete is Jonathan Belle…favorite pro athlete is Bradley Chubb…says “I’m excited! It gives me a chance to show off my skills against some of the best athletes in my state! This game also gives me one last chance to play in front of my mom, brother, and family. I’m playing in honor of my late father, Lewis.”
Sam Whitt
Sam…East Surry…6-0, 289…OL…coached by Trent Lowman…as senior, named All-Conference, All-State, Shrine Bowl selection, Carolina Bowl selection, Carolina Bowl All-Carolina Team, Charlotte Observer 1st Team Super Team, Academic All-State, Biscuitville Scholar Athlete of the Week, team captain…as junior, named All-Conference, Conference Offensive Player of the Year, All-Northwest, All-State…as sophomore, named All-Conference, All-Northwest, All-State…played on state championship team…twice named All-Conference in track and field – state qualifier finishing 6th in the shot put…member of Student Council, National Honor Society…Class President (freshman, sophomore, and senior years) and Class Vice President (junior year)…NCHSAA Scholarship recipient…scholarship to Lenoir-Rhyne University where he plans to major in political science…wants to pursue a career in law and then politics…his parents are his role models…favorite college athlete is Sam Howell…favorite pro athlete is Quentin Nelson…says “I’m honored to be chosen and proud to represent my school and my hometown. I’m looking forward to playing with and against some of the best players from North Carolina.”