PRESEASON ALL-BAY AREA NEWS GROUP
DEFENSIVE BACKS
(Listed in alphabetical order)
Joseph Bey, Serra, 5-11, 170, junior
All-Bay Space Information Group honorable point out final season. Three-star prospect with gives from Arizona State, Pittsburg and San Jose State, based on 247Sports.
Robin Boyd, Pittsburg, 5-11, 170, senior
The three-star participant won't discover stronger competitors than he sees in apply, defending a foursome of large receiver prospects on the Pittsburg roster.
Anthony Delguidice, James Logan, 5-10, 155, senior
Obtained honorable point out recognition from the Bay Space Information Group in 2021. Ought to be a defensive chief this fall as Logan goals for an additional league championship.
Daniel Escorza, Wilcox, 5-4, 140, senior
A 3-year starter at free security, he led the Chargers in tackles final season because the Santa Clara college practically captured a state championship.
Jacob Gastrock, Mt. Eden, 5-9, 150, senior
Shutdown cornerback obtained excessive reward from his coach, Paul Perenon, who mentioned, “Actually nobody makes an attempt to throw on him. For good cause. He's an outstanding ‘cowl’ nook and had one of many high 5 performs within the NCS final season: a 101-yard ‘choose 6’ vs Piedmont.”
Nah’Shon Geeston-Vick, McClymonds, 6-2, 175, senior
A two-way standout at defensive again and receiver ought to make an influence at his new college. He performed at Encinal final season and was acknowledged as an honorable point out choice on the all-Bay Space Information Group staff.
Emmanuel Karnley, Las Lomas, 6-3, 185 senior
All-league participant as a junior final season. Rated a three-star prospect by 247Sports. Has gives from Arizona, Arizona State, Utah and Washington, amongst others.
Journey McKoy, De La Salle, 5-11, 165, senior
Nevada commit is a jack of all trades for the Spartans. Lined up at a number of positions final season and can accomplish that once more this fall. “One of many quickest gamers and one in all finest athletes on the staff,” coach Justin Alumbaugh mentioned.
Philip Miller, Bellarmine, 5-7, 160, senior
Performs protection, offense and particular groups for fast-improving Bellarmine. “We anticipate Philip, who's coming into his third yr on Varsity, to have an enormous function on our staff in all 3 phases of the sport,” coach Jalal Beauchman mentioned.
Caleb Padrid, San Ramon Valley, 5-10, 180, senior
First-team all-league defensive again and a pacesetter on the protection for the Wolves. Rated a two-star participant by 247Sports.
Johno Worth, Menlo-Atherton, 6-2, 172, senior
Described as a Swiss Military knife by M-A coach Chris Saunders. Performed each place within the defensive secondary as a junior. Anticipated to play free security and large receiver this fall. “His soccer IQ is his largest power,” Saunders mentioned.
Emilio Pucci, Northgate, 5-11, 202, senior
Named the Diablo Athletic League Valley Division defensive MVP in 2021. Will face stronger competitors this fall as Northgate strikes as much as the league’s Foothill Division. Two-star prospect, per 247Sports.
Richard Salazar, Santa Teresa, 6-1, 155, senior
Somebody coach Steve Papin will rely on within the defensive secondary this season for the Saints. “Richard has nice instincts and canopy expertise,” Papin mentioned. “Tall and quick DB.”
Warren Smith, El Cerrito, 6-2, 175, senior
Washington State commit and three-star prospect obtained honorable point out recognition final season by the Bay Space Information Group.
Lloyd Walter, Aragon, 6-1, 185, senior
Sturdy security is coming into his fourth yr as a starter for the San Mateo college. Additionally performs large receiver. “Dominant participant on protection who might be featured extra within the offense this yr,” coach Steve Promote mentioned.
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