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2015 Football Signing Class Bios
2/4/2015 9:20:00 AM | Football
2015 Football Signing Class Bios
High School Honors: Two-year starter at free safety and strong safety during a standout career at Great Valley High School...slated to be a cornerback at Delaware...also started at wide receiver and was a kick returner for head coaches Mike Choi and Dan Ellis...led team to a 12-2 record and the district title as a senior in 2014...team went 8-3 in 2013...earned All-State honors as a senior when he was also named second team All-Southeastern Pennsylvania, first team All-Area, and first team all-conference...was all-conference at both receiver and defensive back...for his career, caught 68 passes for 1,025 yards and five touchdowns, rushed for 383 yards and five touchdowns, intercepted four passes and returned three for touchdowns, forced three fumbles, and had five touchdowns on kick returns...honor roll student.
Personal: Nasir Allan Adderley (“na-seer” “adder-lee”)...born May 31, 1997...son of Ria Adderley...mother is a store manager...has one younger sister...plans to major in business or communications at Delaware...enjoys playing video games in his spare time...cousin, Herb Adderley, was an All-Pro defensive back with the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys, won three Super Bowls, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1980...grandfather, Nelson Adderley, played college football at Ohio State and later in the Canadian Football League.
Recruiting Coach: Brian Ginn
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Nasir is a dynamic player with a great skill set who we expect to be a big-time playmaker for us on defense early in his career. He was heavily recruited and we survived a late charge from Wake Forest. We are thrilled he chose Delaware.”
High School Honors: Four-year varsity player and two-year starter at quarterback at Colonia High School for head coaches Ben Lasala and Tom Roarty...team captain...projected to play cornerback at Delaware...led team to a four-year record of 33-10...as a starter, led team to 6-4 record in 2013 and an 11-1 mark in 2014 when team set a school record for wins, won its conference title, and qualified for the state tournament...as a senior was named the Home News Tribune Offensive Player of the Year and Authority Sports Player of the Year...earned all-conference and all-division honors as both a junior and senior...as a senior, hit on 116 of 188 passes for 1,576 yards and 16 touchdowns and a 105.7 passing rating and rushed for 1,070 yards and 11 touchdowns...first Greater Middlesex Conference player in 14 years to throw and pass for over 1,000 yards in the same season...also threw for 1,136 yards and rushed for 708 yards as a junior.
Personal: Oluwateniolafunmi Olubi “Tenny” Adewusi...born May 13, 1997 in Lagos, Nigeria...son of Olusanya and Adeola Adewusi...father is an accountant who earned his degree from Rider (N.J.) University...mother is a teacher who earned her master's degree from the University of Ibadan in Nigeria...has a brother and a sister...plans to major in business or science at Delaware...would like to pursue a career in accounting...avid weightlifter.
Recruiting Coach: Dennis Dottin-Carter
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Tenny is a great athlete who was an electrifying quarterback in high school and led his team to the state championship game. He has great size and length and he can cover a ton of ground. We love his size, strength, and his great leadership ability. He will come in and play defensive back and we think he will be an impact player.”
High School Honors: Played five varsity seasons at Red Lion Christian Academy (2010-11), Eastern Christian Academy (2012), and Caravel Academy (2012-14)...two-year starter on offensive and defensive lines at Caravel (Del.) Academy for head coach John Reed...team went 7-4 in 2014 and 8-4 in 2013...transfered to Caravel early in the 2012 season, but was eligible only for practice due to transfer rules...team posted a 13-0 record and won the state title...began high school career at Red Lion (Del.) Christian Academy and was a backup defensive end in 2010-11 for head coach Dwayne Thomas...began 2012 season at Eastern Christian Academy in Elkton, Md. before transfer to Caravel...also competed in track & field at Caravel as a shot putter...recorded 57 tackles and five sacks as a senior at Caravel...National Honor Society student...member of Bible Club.
Personal: Lloyd Andre Badson, Jr....nickname is “Batman”...born June 20, 1997...son of Lloyd Badson, Sr., and Tamika Smith-Badson...both parents earned degrees from Delaware State University...mother is a teacher and father is a site operations manager...father, Lloyd, Sr., was a standout football player at Delaware State, earning All-MEAC honors as a linebacker in 1992-95 after a standout career at nearby William Penn High School where he was the state Defensive Player of the Year...plans to major in sport management or business management at Delaware...aspires to become a coach or sports agent...enjoys writing, reading, and playing video games in his spare time.
Recruiting Coach: Dave Brock
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Lloyd is a competitive kid with great strength and quickness in the middle of the defensive line. He is also an outstanding student who comes from a great program over at Caravel Academy. We are always excited to add a quality player from in-state.”
High School Honors: Three-year starting running back at Archbishop Ryan High School for head coach Frank McArdle...team captain...was a three-time All-Catholic League selection and earned All-City and All-State honors in both 2013 as a junior and 2014 as a senior...led team to an 8-3 record as a junior in 2013...broke school single game and season rushing record as both a junior and senior...rushed for 2,068 yards and 24 touchdowns and caught 10 passes for 147 yards as a senior...rushed for 2,055 yards and 21 touchdowns as a junior and ran for 1,086 yards and five touchdowns as a sophomore...for his career, carried 701 times for a school-record 5,209 yards (7.4 avg.) and 50 touchdowns...only second player in Catholic League history to post consecutive 2,000-yard rushing seasons.
Personal: Samir (“sa-meer”) Bullock...born Apr. 9 1997...son of Robyn Duncan and the late Lee Bullock...one of four children...plans to major in business management at Delaware...cousin, Corey Brown, started three years at wide receiver at Ohio State and played for the NFL Carolina Panthers in 2014...enjoys playing chess and running track in his spare time.
Recruiting Coach: Sean Devine
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Samir comes from the competitive Philadelphia Catholic League and is an electrifying runner with breakaway speed. He is one of only two players in league history with consecutive 2,000-yard rushing seasons (Curtis Brinkley at West Catholic in 2002-03 is the other) and he averaged 7.4 yards per carry. He is a versatile back who can catch the ball coming out of the backfield and his skill set should compliment the running backs we have in the program now.”
High School Honors: Two-year starter for standout teams at Aliquippa High School in Western Pennsylvania...started at offensive and tackles...team captain...suffered just four losses in his high school career as team went 53-4 for head coach Mike Zmijanac...team was state AA runner-up in 2012, advanced to the state semifinals in 2011, and went 12-1 and lost in the WPIAL finals in both 2013 and 2014...earned first team All-State honors at defensive tackle as a senior when he also earned All-Western Pennsylvania honors and was selected to the Pittsburgh Fabulous 22 Team...rated as one of the top five defensive tackles in the state by PA Preps...two-time All-Midwestern Athletic Conference selection...earned Aliquippa Neil Breslin Team Most Valuable Player Award as a senior...honor roll student...community oriented citizen who is a volunteer at Uncommon Grounds Soup Kitchen, helps coach youth wrestling, and takes part in church clean up.
Personal: Arrington Bernard “Bo” Gipson...born Nov. 23, 1996...son of Alvin and Samantha Gipson...mother works in daycare and father is a high school principal at Aliquippa and a former U.S. Marine who attended Penn State and Pitt...one of eight children...nephew of former Pitt Heisman Trophy winner, NFL standout running back, and Pro Football Hall of Fame member Tony Dorsett...plans to major in health and body science at Delaware...aspires to be a football coach...enjoys playing all sports, boxing, and playing video games in his spare time.
Recruiting Coach: Tom McEntire
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Bo brings great size and quickness to the defensive line. He comes from a storied program at Aliquippa that has produced so many outstanding college and pro players. He was a first team All-State defensive lineman in Pennsylvania. We think he will be an outstanding player in the future. He has the versatility to play both the run and pass.”
High School Honors: Competed in football, wrestling, and track & field at Highland Springs High School...running back and linebacker in football for head coach Loren Johnson...projected to be a safety at Delaware...product of program that has sent numerous football student-athletes to UD, including current Seattle Seahawks defensive back Marcus Burley...three-year starter in football who led teams to combined record of 27-3...team captain for team that went 10-0 and won the conference title in 2014...All-State, All-Metro, all-region, and all-conference as both a junior and senior...named conference Linebacker of the Year as a junior...took part in the 2014 Army National Combine in San Antonio, Tex...as a senior, recorded 68 solo tackles, 15 tackles for loss, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles...as a junior in 2013, had 62 solo tackles, 13 tackles for loss, two sacks, and three forced fumbles and rushed for 703 yards, averaged 13.5 yards per carry, and scored 14 touchdowns...four-year team captain in wrestling who won district title and placed fifth at state championships in 2013...ran sprints in track & field...four-time all-academic selection.
Personal: Keir (“key-air”) Charlkeith “K.C.” Hinton, Jr....born Nov. 6, 1996...planning to pursue a degree in civil engineering...son of Keir and Pamela Hinton...has a half-sister, Oneika Mclean (19)...father is a police officer who played college football at Norfolk (Va.) State...mother is a human resources manager who earned two degrees from Old Dominion and a master's degree from Central Michigan...paternal grandfather played college football at Virginia State.
Recruiting Coach: Bryan Bossard
Coach Dave Brock Says: “K.C. is a versatile athlete who runs the ball with great speed and great power. Defensively he is an aggressive tackler and a ballhawk from the safety position. He is a physical presence in the secondary. He is also an outstanding wrestler and we are pulling for him to win the state championship later this year.”
High School Honors: Oldest member of recruiting class after spending three years in minor league baseball...already enrolled at Delaware in Winter Session and will take part in spring drills...two-sport star at Indian River High School in football and baseball...started four years at quarterback and defensive back in football...led team to a four-year mark of 29-14, including a perfect slate of 12-0 as a senior in 2011 when he led the team to the state title...named the Gatorade and the DIFCA State Player of the Year in football in 2011 when he was also named the state's Offensive Player of the Year...three-time All-Henlopen Southern Division selection and the 2011 Player of the Year...team captain...accounted for 53 touchdowns during his senior season when he passed for 2,151 yards and 24 touchdowns and rushed for 1,528 yards and 29 touchdowns...four-year starter in baseball as a pitcher and outfielder...led team to a four-year mark of 52-30...two-time All-State and three-time All-Henlopen Conference player...named Henlopen Conference Player of the Year as a senior...was a second round pick in the Major League Baseball Draft by the Texas Rangers in 2012 and spent three years (2012-14) in their farm system...played in 91 career games as an outfielder in Arizona (Rookie League), Spokane (Low A), and Myrtle Beach (high A)...batted .167 with two home runs, six stolen bases, and 26 RBI...honor student...Academic All-State and Academic All-Henlopen Conference.
Personal: Jermyll James “Jamie” Jarmon (“jar-mun”), Jr....born June 21, 1994...son of Jermyll Jarmon and Jill Kneller...father runs a family-operated trucking business...oldest of four children...expects to major in sport management...would like to become an athletics director or sports agent after graduation...while at Indian River was a volunteer firefighter and helped raise funds for Down syndrome programs and youth baseball...enjoys hunting in his spare time.
Recruiting Coach: Dave Brock
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Jamie is an elite football player and one of the greatest players and athletes the state of Delaware has ever produced. He was a tremendous player at quarterback and is a gifted athlete. We look forward to having him in spring practice as he gets acclimated to Delaware Football.”
QUE'SHAWN JENKINS • 6-1 • 230 • Linebacker • Steelton, Pa. (Bishop McDevitt HS)
High School Honors: Three-year starter and four-year varsity performer at linebacker at Bishop McDevitt High School for head coach Jeff Weachter...led team to a four-year record of 47-5 during his career, including a 13-1 mark in 2014 when the team captured the district title and advanced to the state semifinals...team captain...team also was state runner-up in 2012 and 2013 and district champions in 2011...squad captured Mid-Penn Conference titles in 2012 and 2013...earned first team All-State honors at linebacker in 2014 and was a two-time All-Mid-Penn Conference selection...rushed for 1,000 yards as a senior when he also recorded 94 tackles and 14 tackles for loss...also competed in wrestling at Bishop McDevitt.
Personal: Que'Shawn (“kwa-shawn”) Morrel Jenkins...nickname is “Qua”...born July 19, 1997...son of Shawn Jenkins and Tiffany Barksdale...one of six children in family...career objective is to work in business management...enjoys drawing and working out during his spare time.
Recruiting Coach: Eddie Allen
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Que'Shawn is a big, versatile athlete who will play linebacker for us. He is a very physical tackler and a disruptive player on defense. He was also a productive player at tailback in high school. He has a great opportunity to help us immediately.”
High School Honors: Four-year varsity starter at Hodgson High School for head coach and former UD player Frank Moffett...team captain as a senior...started at quarterback for three seasons after playing running back as a freshman...led team to four-year record of 42-8 and four state tournament appearances, including state titles in 2013 and 2014, runner-up finish in 2012, and semifinal appearance in 2011...top player in the state of Delaware in 2014 in leading Hodgson to its second straight state title...played quarterback and linebacker, but is slated to play safety at Delaware...named Delaware Offensive Player of the Year by the News Journal as a senior when he was selected first team All-State at quarterback and linebacker and second team All-State on kick returns...also earned All-State honors at quarterback and linebacker in 2013...four-time all-conference selection...also served as team's kicker...rushed for over 1,000 yards each of his four seasons and finished with 4,559 yards and 74 touchdowns...passed for over 1,300 yards each of his final three seasons and finished with 3,924 yards and 43 touchdowns...also scored nine times on defense and returns during his career...team MVP in both 2013 and 2014...also competed as a long jumper for Hodgson track & field team and holds school record with a leap of 22-4.5...earned school's Academic Athlete of the Month and Athlete of the Month awards during his career.
Personal: Raymond Tyrell “Ray” Jones, Jr....nickname is “Buck”...born Sept. 29, 1996...son of Raymond Tyrell Jones, Sr. and Char-Mar Jones...has two younger sisters...plans to major in business management at Delaware...career goals are to play in the NFL, earn a master's degree in business, and own his own business...enjoys bowling, skating, and reading in his spare time...has four cousins who attended or attend Delaware...cousin, Jairus Jones, played linebacker at Michigan State in 2010-13...uncle, James Jones, was an All-American running back at Florida who played in the NFL with Detroit (1983-88) and Seattle (1989-92)...cousin, Alvin Jones, Jr., was the all-time leading shot blocker in basketball in Georgia Tech history (1997-2001) and played on season with the NBA Philadelphia 76ers (2001-02).
Recruiting Coach: Dave Brock
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Buck is a dynamic football player who was the state Player of the Year this past fall. He excels at all phases of the game and the numbers he put up this season are some of the most mind-blowing statistics I've seen since I've been coaching. To think that he scored 126 touchdowns in his career is staggering. He led his team to multiple state championships as well. Coach Moffett does a phenomenal job at Hodgson and we are excited to add yet another player from his program.”
High School Honors: Four-year varsity player and three-year starter in football at Cheshire Academy for head coach David Dykeman...played wide receiver his first two seasons before switching to tight end as a junior...projected to play offensive tackle at Delaware...led team to a four-year mark of 32-4, a Colonial League title in 2014, and New England championships in both 2011 and 2013...earned second team All-Colonial League honors at tight end each of his final two seasons.
Personal: Matthew Joseph “M.J.” Kehoe...born Dec. 23, 1996...son of Kevin and Kris Kehoe...twin brother, Pat, is a member of Delaware's 2015 football recruiting class...father was a standout basketball player at Ottawa University who had a tryout with the NBA Denver Nuggets...Kevin is one of New England's most successful high school basketball coaches at Cheshire Academy...cousin, Katie Cizynski, played college basketball at Fairfield and professionally in Germany...plans to major in physical education at Delaware and aspires to be a coach...enjoys fishing in his spare time.
Recruiting Coach: Eddie Allen
Coach Dave Brock Says: “M.J. is a great prospect who will develop into an offensive tackle for us. He has great size and movement, a strong skill set, and great feet. We saw him live at the Rutgers Camp and were extremely impressed. We feel he will be a really good left tackle prospect.”
High School Honors: Four-year varsity player and three-year starter in football at Cheshire Academy for head coach David Dykeman...team captain as a senior...played quarterback and led team to a four-year mark of 32-4, a Colonial League title in 2014, and New England championships in both 2011 and 2013...three-time All-Colonial League selection, including first team honors as a junior and senior...earned first team All-New England Class B honors his final two seasons...as a senior, was named the New England Offensive Player of the Year and earned a spot on the Boston Globe All-Scholastic team...as a senior, hit on 156 of 248 passes for 2,477 yards and 34 touchdowns, including a 425-yard, seven-touchdown effort against Avon Old Farms...as a junior in 2013, threw for 3,294 yards and 39 touchdowns, including throwing for 642 yards and eight touchdowns in the New England championship game win over Williston North Hampton...for his career, threw for 7,340 yards and 88 touchdowns and rushed for seven scores...honor roll student.
Personal: Patrick James “Pat” Kehoe...born Dec. 23, 1996...son of Kevin and Kris Kehoe...twin brother, Matthew (M.J.), is a member of Delaware's 2015 football recruiting class...father was a standout basketball player at Ottawa University who had a tryout with the NBA Denver Nuggets...Kevin is one of New England's most successful high school basketball coaches at Cheshire Academy...cousin, Katie Cizynski, played college basketball at Fairfield and professionally in Germany....aspires to be a coach or work within a sports organization.
Recruiting Coach: Eddie Allen
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Pat is a big, athletic quarterback with a really strong arm. He has a great personality and is a tremendous leader and fierce competitor. The big lefty impressed us when we evaluated him at the Rutgers Camp.”
High School Honors: Played high school career at Lawrenceville High School before a postgraduate season at The Hun School in Princeton, N.J...starter at defensive end for head coach Rob Radice at Lawrenceville...also played tight end on offense...team went 10-1 in 2013, captured the West Jersey Football League Patriot Division title with a 5-0 record, and moved on to the state championship before falling in the final...two-time first team all-conference selection...named conference Player of the Year...played a postgraduate year at The Hun School for head coach Todd Smith in 2014...led team to an 8-1 record and a Mid-Atlantic Prep championship...selected as the Mid-Atlantic Player of the Year after earning first team honors at both tight end and defensive end...selected to play in the Sunshine Bowl...also played basketball at Lawrenceville.
Personal: Cameren Kitchen...born March 29, 1996...son of Edward and Kim Kitchen and Mary Thomas...one of three children...plans to major in physical therapy or exercise science and minor in health studies...aspires to become a physical therapist after graduation...enjoys playing basketball in his free time.
Recruiting Coach: Dennis Dottin-Carter
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Cam is a big, versatile athlete who should provide instant pass rush help to our defense. His versatility allowed him to play tailback and several skill positions in high school. His skill set is unique and should allow him to compete early in his career.”
High School Honors: Played tight end, defensive end, and punter at Archbishop Wood High School for head coach Steve Devlin...two-year starter at all three positions...game captain as a senior...led teams to consecutive state championship titles with records of 13-2 in 2013 and 14-1 in 2014...earned All-Catholic League and all-area honors in both 2013 and 2014...named team's Most Improved Player in 2013....MVP of the freshman team in 2011...recorded 66 tackles and six sacks and caught four passes for 125 yards as a junior in 2013, and registered 75 tackles and 11 sacks and caught 13 passes for 327 yards as a senior in 2014...honor roll student throughout his career...Athletes Helping Athletes volunteer.
Personal: Christian John Lohin (“low-hin”)...born May 15, 1996...son of Chris and Jen Lohin...father is a construction project superintendent and mather isa global medical educator at Merck Pharmaceuticals...has an older sister...mother played college basketball at La Salle University...enjoys the beach, snowboarding, and fishing in his spare time.
Recruiting Coach: Sean Devine
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Christian is a terrific player and a versatile athlete who played both ways at an elite program in the highly-competitive Philadelphia Catholic League. He is a productive pass rusher who we think will develop into a really good defensive end for us. He was a very talented offensive player at tight end at Archbishop Wood as well.”
High School Honors: Played five years of varsity football, competing two years at Ayer-Shirley Regional High School in Ayer, Mass. and his final three years at Lawrence Academy in Groton, Mass....played running back, linebacker, and free safety at Ayer-Shirley for head coach Justin Lamoreaux in 2010-11 and was a linebacker at Lawrence for head coach Paul Zukauskas in 2012-13...led Ayer-Shirley to a two-year record of 13-9 and Lawrence to a three-year mark of 19-7, including a 9-1 record in 2014 when the team won league title and captured the New England championship...team captain at Lawrence...earned all-league honors each of his final three seasons at Lawrence...led Lawrence in tackles in each of his three seasons.
Personal: Austin Blake Luckey...born Sept. 21, 1995 in Arlington, Tex....son of Amy Luckey...mother is an accountant for Pepsi, Co....has a younger brother...plans to major in sports medicine and would like to pursue a career in athletic training...among his hobbies is playing chess.
Recruiting Coach: Dennis Dottin-Carter
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Austin is a big, fast, aggressive athlete who led his team to a New England championship this fall. I worked with his head coach (Paul Zukauskas) at Boston College and he feels that Austin will be a difference-maker at Delaware.”
High School Honors: Two-year, two-way starter at tight end and defensive end at Delaware Valley High School for head coach Keith Olsommer...team captain...backup at tight end on varsity as a sophomore...projected as an offensive lineman at Delaware...led team to a three-year record of 28-9 which included district championships in 2012 and 2014 and an Eastern Conference title in 2013...earned third team All-State honors as a senior when he also was tabbed all-conference and all-region...played in the prestigious Big 33 All-Star Game in January...selected as team Most Valuable Player as a senior at Delaware Valley...had 17 catches for 256 yards and seven touchdowns receiving as a senior...also played basketball.
Personal: Connor Michael Lutz...born July 30, 1997...son of Charlie and Theresa Lutz...father works in insurance and mother is a teacher...father played football and was a center and team captain at Nassau (N.Y.) County Community College...youngest of four children...enjoys playing basketball and watching movies in his spare time...cousin, John Gallagher, attended Delaware.
Recruiting Coach: Eddie Allen
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Connor has a tremendous upside as an offensive tackle. He did a great job at the Penn State Camp and really grabbed our attention. He has great movement and athletic ability. He was heavily recruited and we are thrilled that he chose Delaware.”
High School Honors: Competed in football, lacrosse, and indoor track & field at Bishop Eustace High School...three-year starter at wide receiver and two-year starter at defensive back for head coach Rob Cormier in football...team captain as a senior...led team to a share of the conference title in 2013...three-time all-conference selection...earned first team all-conference honors at defensive back and second team honors at wide receiver in 2014...second team All-South Jersey defensive back in 2014....named to Super 100 Team by New Jersey Football Club Association...selected to represent New Jersey in the Aussie Bowl in Australia in 2014...selected to play in the USA Football International Bowl vs. Canada in Arlington, Tex. and the Blue-Grey All-American Game in Tampa, Fla. this past winter...earned Mini Maxwell Award for excellence in academics, athletics, and community service...named to Touchdown Club of South Jersey All-Academic Team...as a senior played in just six games but caught 21 passes for 430 yards and six touchdowns, averaged 21.8 yards on 21 punt returns, and collected 20 tackles and three interceptions on defense...for his career, caught 64 passes for 985 yards (15.4 avg.) and 11 touchdowns, averaged 17.4 yards on 27 punt returns, averaged 25.0 yards on 15 kickoff returns, and registered 60 tackles and seven interceptions...lettered in indoor track as a sophomore in 2012...three-year starter in lacrosse as an attackman and midfielder for Cormier...led team to two-year record of 33-7 heading into this spring...team won conference titles in 2013 and 2014 and advanced to the state quarterfinals in 2013 and semifinals in 2014...set school single season scoring record as a junior...member of National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and Bishop Eustace Outreach.
Personal: Vincent Joseph “Vinny” Papale (“pa-pal-e”)...born Oct. 17, 1996...son of Vince Papale and Janet Cantwell-Papale...has an older sister, Gabriella, who currently attends Syracuse University...father, Vince, ran track & field at Saint Joseph's (Pa.) University before earning a spot on the NFL Philadelphia Eagles (1976-78) as a special teams standout...his story inspired the Disney motion picture “Invincible” starring Mark Wahlberg...Vince currently works as a motivational speaker and author...mother was a member of the USA World Gymnastics Team and competed in diving at Penn State...she currently works in real estate...enjoys surfing and video games in his spare time...aspires to become a Navy SEAL...as part of Bishop Eustace Outreach, took part in an eight-day service trip to New Orleans as part of ongoing Hurricane Katrina cleanup, serves as a tutor with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Camden, N.J., and has worked with the homeless and developmentally and physically challenged citizens.
Recruiting Coach: Sean Devine
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Vinny brings great versatility and production following an outstanding high school career. He is an outstanding receiver who can also return kicks effectively. He will bring great toughness to our team.”
High School Honors: Four-year starter at defensive tackle at Lincoln High School for head coach Robert Hampton...led team to a four-year mark of 34-10 with four straight winning seasons...team captain...squad went 11-2 in 2014, capturing the Hudson County American Conference title with a perfect 6-0 mark...team allowed just 24 points in six conference games...team advanced to the North Jersey Section 2, Group 2 championship game...earned third team All-State honors as a senior when he also was named first team All-Group and first team All-Hudson County...collected 80 tackles, including 19 solo stops, 15 tackles for loss, and three sacks in 2014...National Honor Society student.
Personal: Diasjon (“Day-Zhaun”) Quadale Robinson...born Jan. 29, 1997...son of Tanesha Turner...one of five children.
Recruiting Coach: Tim Weaver
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Diasjon is a really explosive and strong defensive tackle and is an incredible competitor both on and off the field. He is a dynamic player who led his team to the state championship game this fall. He was heavily recruited and was an original UMass commit who eventually chose Delaware.”
STEVE ROBINSON • 6-4 • 280 • Offensive Line • Philadelphia, Pa. (Saint Joseph's Prep/Salisbury School)
High School Honors: Competed in football, basketball, rugby, and track & field at Saint Joseph's Prep High School before spending a post-graduate year at the Salisbury (Conn.) School where he played football for one season...played football for head coach Gabe Infante at Saint Joseph's Prep...two-year starter as a two-way lineman in football...led team to the league title with a 10-0 record as a freshman in 2010, sat out in 2011-12, and returned to action as a senior in 2013 and led team to a 12-3 record and the state title...earned fourth team All-State, second team All-City, and second team All-Catholic League honors in 2013 at SJPHS...two-way starter in lone season at Salisbury School for head coach Chris Phelps in 2014 when he earned first team All-New England honors...played two years of basketball at the freshman and JV level, led the rugby to consecutive state runner-up finishes in 2012 and 2013, and was an All-Catholic League shot putter in track & field in 2014 at Saint Joseph's...member of the Junior Statesmen of America and Black and Latino Culture (BLCC) clubs at Saint Joseph's.
Personal: Steven “Steve” Robinson, Jr....son of Steven Robinson Sr. and Charlene Robinson...mother is an investigative analyst for the Philadelphia Inspector General's Office and father is a U.S. Postal Service office supervisor...has an older sister...cousin, Mike London, played running back at Wisconsin in 1995 and had a tryout with the Detroit Lions...plans to major in physical therapy at Delaware...enjoys playing basketball in his spare time.
Recruiting Coach: Sean Devine
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Steve brings outstanding athleticism and toughness to the interior of our offensive line as we project him to be a guard or center. He is a product of two strong high school programs and we are excited about his future on our offensive line.”
High School Honors: Four-year starter at middle linebacker, defensive end, and running back at Deer Park High School...played for head coach Ron Langella and helped lead the team to three winning seasons, including a 6-2 mark in 2014...team captain...earned All-Suffolk County, All-Section 11 Conference, All-Long Island, and All-Metro honors as a senior...earned the Rob Burnett Award presented to the top defensive player in Suffolk County as a senior...rushed for 1,624 yards and 19 touchdowns and registered 76 tackles, five sacks, and two fumble recoveries as a senior...also earned Bob Collotta Award as top linebacker in Suffolk County as a senior...member of the Varsity Leaders Club.
Personal: Jasawn Thompson...born June 12, 1997...son of Aaron and Kaylar Thompson...has an older brother and older sister...older brother, Aaron, plays on the defensive line at CAA foe Stony Brook...plans to major in education and aspires to be a teacher and coach...hobbies include playing basketball and lacrosse.
Recruiting Coach: Tim Weaver
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Jasawn was a dynamic player in high school not only at linebacker but at running back as well. He is an athlete with good size who runs hard and is relentless on defense. He plays sideline to sideline and has the ability to be an immediate contributor to our team.”
High School Honors: Football and basketball standout at Northwest Catholic High School...three-year starter in football as a linebacker and tight end for head coach, and his father, Mike Tyler...also saw action at quarterback as a senior...led team to a three-year record of 24-9, including a 10-2 mark in 2014 when the team captured the Central Connecticut Conference championship...served as captain two years...consensus All-State player as a senior, earning notice on the CHSCA Elite 22 first team, first team Walter Camp, and second team New Haven Register...named to the Hartford Courant All-Area team as a junior and senior...earned first team All-CCC conference honors in 2013 and 2014...for his career, caught 56 passes for 650 yards (11.6 avg.) and seven touchdowns and recorded 225 tackles, 22 tackles for loss, and four interceptions...caught 44 passes for 493 yards and three touchdowns as a junior and 11 for 148 yards and four scores as a senior...posted 97 tackles, nine tackles for loss, and two interceptions as a senior...completed 13 of 33 passes for three touchdowns at quarterback as a senior...two-year starter in basketball as a forward.
Personal: Owen Philip Tyler...born Oct. 7, 1996...son of Mike and Karen Tyler...youngest of four children...father, Mike, played college football at Syracuse and Boston College...mother, Karen, played soccer at Connecticut...brother, Lucas, played linebacker at Southern Connecticut State (2010-13)...sister, Jessica, attends Central Connecticut State.
Recruiting Coach: Eddie Allen
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Owen is a big, versatile athlete who we feel will be able to play on the ball at tight end and also be competitive in the passing game. He has a great upside from a frame perspective and he is a good athlete who will be able to help us on special teams.”
High School Honors: Two-year starter and three-year varsity performer on the offensive line at St. John's College High School for head coach Joe Patterson...backup tackle as a sophomore who started at center his final two seasons...led team to a three-year record 21-12...team advanced to WCAC title game in 2013...earned third team all-conference honors in 2013 and honorable mention honors in 2014...earned team's Scholar-Athlete Award...National Honor Society and Tri-M Music Honor Society...honored for having an A average throughout high school...member of Jazz Ensemble, Swing Band, Jazz Combo, and regional band.
Personal: Collin Michael Wallish...born Sept. 22, 1997 in Ann Arbor, Mich....son of Josh and Amy Wallish...has three younger brothers...father is a University of Michigan Law School graduate who serves as general counsel and corporate compliance officer for Goodwill of Greater Washington...mother is a small business owner and benefits counselor...both parents are graduates of Calvin College...plans to study engineering at Delaware...plays the trombone.
Recruiting Coach: Henry Baker
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Collin really stood out to us at the Rutgers Camp. He is a center prospect who has a great upside and great growth potential. He is an outstanding athlete who also wrestles. He is an elite student as well.”
High School Honors: Standout in football and track & field at John Handley High School...played wide receiver in football for head coach Tony Rayburn and competed in sprints and jumps in track & field for head coach Michael McKiernan...three-year starter in football...earned all-conference and all-district honors three times and all-area honors twice during his career...selected as the area's Outstanding Offensive Back as a sophomore in 2012...game captain as a senior...enjoyed a prolific career as a receiver, hauling in 96 passes for 1,634 yards (17.0 avg.) and 21 touchdowns...had 23 catches for 410 yards and six touchdowns in just four games as a senior...two-year performer in track & field who earned All-State and all-region honors in 2012 and was team's Outstanding Athlete in 2012...ran the outdoor 100 meters (personal best 11.08), 200 meters (22.24), and 400 meters (49.77), and was a long jumper (19-2)...member of the Multi Cultural Club at Handley.
Personal: Justin Kaziah Washington...born Oct. 22, 1996...planning to pursue a degree in fashion merchandising with a minor in marketing...goal is to start his own brand of clothing and shoe design...son of Laricka Polston and Michael Shawn Washington...older brother, Elijah, is a strength & conditioning major at Radford (Va.) University...cousin, Kelley Washington, was a standout wide receiver at the University of Tennessee who was chosen in the third round of the 2003 NFL Draft and played eight seasons in the NFL with Cincinnati, New England, Baltimore, and San Diego...Kelley was also a standout shortstop in baseball who was selected in the 10th round of the 1997 MLB Draft by the Florida Marlins and played briefly in the minor leagues.
Recruiting Coach: Bryan Bossard
Coach Dave Brock Says: “Justin is a big, strong, skilled receiver who is able to make plays after the catch. He also has the size to be an effective blocker on the perimeter. We expect him to be a competitive player from the time he arrives at Delaware.”
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