2016 Football Bios
East Team Jaquan Artis
Jaquan…Kinston…6-2, 220…LB…coached by Ryan Gieselman…as senior, named All-
Conf, All-Free Press, Conf Defensive POY, team MVP…87.5 tackles, 12 sacks, 11 tackles for loss, 4 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, 4 batted passes…as junior, named
All-Conf, All-Free Press, team MVP…91 tackles, 3 sacks, 4 pass deflections, 2 forced
fumbles, 3 fumble recoveries, 1 fumble recovery returned for a touchdown…also named
All-Conf in basketball…undecided about college choice…plans to major in engineering…favorite college athlete is Ezekiel Elliott…favorite pro is Carmelo
Anthony…says “I think that playing in the game is an honor and will give me a chance to better prepare for college ball. I get to go out and have fun playing the sport I love with new coaches and teammates.”
Anthony Berry
Anthony…Kinston…6-0, 170…WR…coached by Ryan Gieselman…as senior, All-Conf,
All-Area, team Off MVP, 2A State Championship Off MVP…had 63 catches for 1,189 yds, 11 TDs…averaged 18.9 yds a catch…as a DB, had 35 tackles, 5 INTs, and 6 pass
break-ups…as junior, named All-Conf, All-Area, team Off MVP…had 35 catches for 576 yds…also named All-Conf in basketball…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business…wants to own is own business…favorite college athlete is Calvin Ridley…favorite pro is Odell Beckham, Jr….says “I feel that being able to play in the all-
star game is a blessing and a big achievement. I’m looking forward to competing in the game. I am expecting to gain great experience being coached by new coaches and
meeting new teammates who I’ll be able to share a lifelong memory with.”
DeAndré Blevins
DeAndré…West Johnston…6-1, 182…DB…coached by Jimmy Williams…as senior, named All-Conference, Conference Defensive MVP, team MVP…7 interceptions, 2 special team touchdown returns…as junior, named All-Conference…4 interceptions…as sophomore, had 7 interceptions…also competed in track and field…scholarship to play at Winston-Salem State University where he will major in health science…wants to play pro football…favorite college athlete is Jalen Ramsey…favorite pro athlete is Patrick Peterson…says “I feel honored to play in this game and represent my family and the
West Johnston High School community. I expect to gain valuable knowledge from
different coaches and teammates.”
Ethan Bridges
Ethan…Croatan…6-0, 190…LB…coached by David Perry…as senior, named All-Conf, All-Area, Conf Defensive Player of the Year, County Defensive Player of the Year…159
tackles, 8 forced fumbles, 4 fumble recoveries, 2 defensive TDs…also rushed for 1,100
yards on offense…as junior, named All-Conf, All-Area…154 tackles…also had 800 rushing yards on offense…as sophomore, named All-Conf…100 tackles…also placed 4th in the state in wrestling…scholarship to play at UNC Pembroke where he will major in accounting…favorite college athlete is Marshal Plumlee…favorite pro athlete is Cam Newton…says “I am beyond excited to play because this was my goal since I was a
freshman. My goal from participating is to ball out with my UNCP teammates in this
game.”
John Brooks
John…Kenan…6-4, 187…WR…coached by Ken Avent…as senior, named AllConference, All-Area…1,233 receiving yards and 16 TDs…also played basketball and
baseball, and was conference and regional long jump champ in track and
field…undecided about college choice…plans to major in computer technology…favorite college athlete is Eric Ebron…favorite pro athlete is Calvin Johnson…says “I am excited
and looking forward to playing in the all-star game. I expect to develop friendships with
my teammates.”
Nick Bynum
Nick…Rocky Mount…5-7, 205…running back…coached by Jason Battle…as senior,
named All-Area, All-Conference, Conference POY, state championship Offensive Player
of the Game…rushed for 1,600 yards and 21 TDs…plans to attend and play for Shaw University where he will major in business…want to own his own sports store…favorite college athlete is Elijah Hood…favorite pro athlete is Todd Gurley…says “I feel good about being selected to participate in the game. It’s an honor to be recognized as one of
the best players in the state. This is another chance to prove Eastern NC football is for
real.”
Rakym Chapman
Rakym…J.H. Rose…6-3, 315…DL…coached by David Wojtecki…as senior, had 80
tackles – 36 solo, 3 sacks, 15 tackles for loss…as junior, had 81 tackles – 37 solo, 2 sacks,
1 forced fumble, 18 tackles for loss…as sophomore, had 19 tackles – 13 solo, 1 fumble recovery, 5 tackles for loss…undecided about college choice... wants to build and own his own business…favorite pro athlete is Antonio Brown…says “I’m excited to be
selected to such a good all-star game. I expect to gain leadership skills and more
exposure.”
Isaiah Cogdell
Tre…D.H. Conley…6-2, 220…TE…coached by Nate Conner…as senior, named AllConference…Coaches Award recipient…defensively, had 61 tackles, 12 tackles for loss,
3 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 3 pass deflections…as junior, 5 receptions
for 98 yards and 2 TDs…on defense, had 51 tackles, 6 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 3 fumble recoveries, 1 pass deflection….as sophomore, had 3 receptions for 40 yards…on defense, had 18 tackles, 3 tackles for loss…plans to attend and play for East Carolina University where he will major in social work…favorite college athlete is Jameis Winston…favorite pro athlete is Cam Newton…says “I am very excited and honored to play in the all-star
game. I am also looking forward to working with and playing against the best in North Carolina in the all-star game.”
Kyle Corbett
Kyle…Pinecrest…6-0, 185…K…coached by Chris Metzger…as senior, named All-Conf, All-Region…kicked 61/ 64 PATs…37 of his 81 kickoffs were touchbacks…17 punts avg’d 42.3 yards…Chris Sailer Kicking “Event Elite” selection…USA Football, Regional Camp Field Goal Champion…participated as a kicker and punter in the USA Football National Development Game…also played baseball…member of National
Honor Society, FCA, First Baptist Church of Southern Pines Youth Group…played male
lead in the Pinecrest musical…plans to attend and play for UNCC where he will major in
communications / broadcasting…favorite college athlete is Blake Brewer…favorite pro is Dan Bailey …says “It is an honor to be selected to play in the game, and it is a privilege
to represent Pinecrest HS and my community. I believe it will be the culmination of my career thus far and is a reflection of the years of hard work to be the best that I can be.”
Gabe Ellis
Gabe…West Montgomery…6-0, 270…OL…coached by Nicholas Eddins…as senior, named All-Conference, team captain…as junior, named All-State, All-Conference, team captain, O-D All American…as sophomore, named All-Conference…also competed in baseball and wrestling…member of Beta Club, Youth Leadership Program…scholarship to play at Olivet Nazarene where he will major in engineering…wants to pursue a career as an electrical engineer…says “I hope to gain valuable experience that will get me ready for college football. I am very excited for be chosen for this game.”
Michael Evans
Michael…White Oak…6-3, 233…TE…coached by Eric Leary…as senior, named All-
Conference…scholarship to play at Lenior-Rhyne University…undecided about which
major he will choose…wants to pursue a career in the medical field…favorite college athlete is Keenan Reynolds…favorite pro athlete is Rob Gronkowski…says “To me
having a chance to play in the East-West All-Star game is a great honor. I am excited to have the opportunity to improve my skills on and off the field. This game will allow me
to experience different styles of coaching from some of the state’s top high school coaches.”
Zack Foster
Zack…Southern Nash…6-2, 174…QB…coached by Brian Foster…as senior, named AllConf, All-Area, team capt…passed for 1,587 yds, 20 TDs…as junior, named All-Conf, All-Area, team capt…passed for 1,368 yds, 16 TDs…also competed in track where he received All-Area, All Conf, MVP and Coaches’ Award honors…member of FCA, Beta Club, SADD, Student Council, Yearbook…Project Unify VP…Special Olympics student
helper…Peer Mediator…School/District Leadership student rep…Wilson Daily Times
guest columnist…recipient of Special Ed Student Teacher Award…scholarship to play at NC Wesleyan where he will major in ed…wants to pursue a career as a high school
teacher / coach and work with special needs students…his father is his role
model…favorite college athlete is Terron Huffman…fav. pro is Julius Peppers…says
“It’s truly a blessing to have been given one last opportunity to represent my Firebird family and community before college.”
Jordan Howard
Jordan…North Brunswick…6-2, 196…LB …coached by Larry Brock…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Region, team MVP…over 130 tackles…on offense, rushed for over 500 yards and had over 300 yards receiving…member of indoor track team that won the
1A/2A indoor state championship and where he scored in the high jump, triple jump, and
hurdles…scholarship to play for UNC Pembroke where he will major in nursing…wants to pursue a career as a nurse and then a doctor…favorite college athlete is Quincy Wilson (Florida Gators)…favorite pro athlete is Cam Newton…says “It’s an honor to be selected
to play in the all-star game. I expect my knowledge of football to be increased. It shows
that my hard work is paying off. I’m looking forward to playing in this game.”
Devon Hunt
Devon…Richmond…6-1, 205…LB…coached by Mike Castellano…as senior, named All-Conference, team captain…101 solo tackles, 59 assists, 20 tackles for loss, 8 sacks, 1 TD, 4 fumble recoveries, 2 forced fumbles…also played baseball…A/B honor roll…undecided about college choice…plans to major in criminal justice…favorite college athlete is Elijah Hood…favorite pro athlete is JJ Watts…says “It is a great honor
and privilege to be chosen for such an event to showcase my skills. I am expecting to
gain an experience of playing with other great players from NC.”
Zach Jacobs
Zach…Cleveland…6-4, 285…OL…coached by Scott Riley…as senior, named AllConference, Conference Best Lineman…as junior, named All-Conference…as sophomore, named All-Conference…also played 3 years of basketball, 1 year of baseball, and 1 year of golf…scholarship to play for Dodge City Community College where he will major in sports medicine…favorite college athlete is Tim Tebow…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “It is an honor to be selected as one of the best football
players in the state. I look forward to meeting players with the same ambitions as me.”
Clarence Jones
Clarence…Northeastern…6-1, 200…RB…coached by Antonio Moore…as senior,
named All-County, County PYY, 2A All-State…rushed for 1,597 yds, 18 TDs…on
defense, had 186 tackles, 11 sacks…as junior, named All-County, All-Conf, 2A AllState…rushed for 1,107 yds, 14 TDs…on defense, had 109 tackles, 7 sacks…as soph, rushed for 465 yds, 6 TDs…on defense, had 76 tackles, 6 sacks…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business…favorite college athlete is Derek Henry…favorite pro is Todd Gurley…says “I am very excited and blessed to be playing
in this all-star game. God has given me the talent to display in football, and I want to please Him by doing my best. I also want to thank my family and coaches for supporting me during my years of football to help get me to this point.”
Amorris Liles
Amorris…Beddingfield…6-2, 330…DL…coached by Tyrone Johnson…as senior,
named All-Conf, Wilson Daily Times Iron Man of the Year, team capt…35 tackles, 11.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 3 forced fumble, 2 fumble recoveries, 1 fumble recovery
returned for a TD…as junior, named All-Area, Beddingfield Lineman of the Year…as sophomore, named Beddingfield Lineman of the Year…also competed in track where he was the Hard Hat Award recipient…undecided about college choice…plans to major in computer science…plans to pursue a career in computer science and coach football and mentor young athletes…favorite pro athlete is Michael Bennett…says “I am honored to
have the opportunity to represent Beddingfield High School and Wilson County. I am looking forward to competing against other seniors who are going to play at the next
level.”
Hunter Louthan
Hunter…Hoggard…6-4, 220…TE…coached by Craig Underwood…as senior, named team captain…22 receptions for 381 yards and 3 TDs…as junior, had 11 receptions for 141 yards and 4 TDs…also played basketball…member of National Honor Society, Ratio Christi, EC Buddies…Fellowship of Christian Athletes small group leader…Scholar Athlete…scholarship to play for Davidson College…undecided about major…thinking about pursuing a career as a physical therapist…favorite college athlete is Deshaun Watson…favorite pro is Rob Gronkowski…says “I feel honored to be selected to play in
the all-star game. I am expecting to gain a memorable experience. It’s going to be fun to
suit up as a high school athlete one final time.”
Timon McMillan
Timon…Scotland…6-0, 300…OL…coached by Richard Bailey…as senior, named All-
Region, All-Conf…recipient of the Brooks Hale Award for the Most Outstanding Off. Lineman…as junior, named All-Conf… recipient of the Brooks Hale Award for the Most
Outstanding Offensive Lineman…also competed in track and field in the shot put for 3 years…member of FBLA…scholarship to play at UNC Pembroke where he will major in computer science or information technology…favorite college athlete is Landon Turner …favorite pro is Jonathan Cooper…says “It is truly a blessing being able to play one more game in high school. I’m excited that I made the East-West All-Star game. It’s
been a goal of mine to be able to play in this game since I first heard about it in the 10th grade.”
Jaquay Mitchell
Jaquay…Southern Nash…5-11, 160...WR…coached by Brian Foster…as senior, named
All-Conf, All-Area, team cap, Southern Nash Athlete of the Year…34 receptions for 389
yards and 6 TDs…168 carries for 1,125 yards and 13 TDs…as junior, named All-Conf, All-Area…11 receptions for 285 yards and 4 TDs…119 carries for 883 yards and 6 TDs…as soph, had 40 carries for 489 yards and 2 TDs…also competed in track and Field
where he was twice named All-Conf and Regional Champion and was the state champion
in the triple jump his senior year…member of Nat’l Art Honor Society, FCA, Monogram Club, Honor Roll…scholarship to play at Lenoir Rhyne where he will major in business…wants to start his own sporting goods store…favorite college athlete is Dalvin Cook…favorite pro is Julio Jones…says “I consider it a great honor to play alongside
some of the best players in NC. I look forward to representing my school, my family,
myself, and the East football team in a positive way the entire week.”
Bradford Monroe
Brad…Greene Central…6-1, 190…WR…coached by Allen Wooten…as senior, had 36
receptions for 883 yds, 9 TDs…as junior, had 24 receptions for 426 yds, 4 TDs…also named Defensive MVP in basketball and track…member of SGA, Beta Club, CTE Honor
Society, National Technical Honor Society, FBLA…plans to attend and play football at East Carolina University where he will major in business management…wants to become
a manager for a multi-billion dollar company or start his own trucking
company…favorite college athlete is Isaiah Jones…favorite pro is Jarvis Landry…says “I
am very happy and honored for being selected to play in the East-West All-Star game. I expect to gain more confidence in my play because I will be playing against the top
players in the state.”
Cameron Moore
Cameron…West Montgomery…6-2, 175…DB…coached by Nicholas Eddins…as senior, named All-Conf, team capt…55 tackles, 2 interceptions…as junior, named All-Conf…48 tackles, 3 interceptions…named 2015 Athlete of the Year for West Montgomery…also
played basketball and was named All-State in track where he was part of the state
championship 4x100 relay…member of Beta Club…president of Every Athlete Matters Club…scholarship to play at Winston-Salem State University…wants to pursue a career in sports mgmt or athletic training…his mother is his role model…favorite college athlete is Vernon Hargraves…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “ I am very excited to be chosen to play in this game! I hope to gain experience to help me at the next level.”
Charles Nobles
Charles…New Bern…5-11, 225…LB…coached by Bobby Curlings…as senior, named All-Area, invited to play in Shrine Bowl…187 tackles, 3 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, 2 interceptions…Member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes…AVID student leader…scholarship to play for Guilford College where he will major in criminal justice…wants to pursue a career in the NFL or with the US Marshall’s Service…favorite college athlete is Jaylon Smith…favorite pro is Denzel Perryman…says “Playing in this
all-star game is a huge blessing. I get the chance to play with and against some of the best
athletes in North Carolina. I’m beyond excited to meet the coaching staff and the
players.”
Trey Owens
Trey…Havelock…5-9, 170…DB…Jim Bob Bryant…as senior, named All-Conference, All-Area…team’s Most Important Player Award recipient…had 50 tackles, 4 interceptions…on offense, had 250 yards receiving and 300 yards rushing…as junior, had 50 tackles and 5 interceptions…also competed in track and field…plans to attend and play for Randolph-Macon College where he will major in physics…wants to pursue a career as a civil engineer…favorite college athlete is Christian McCaffrey…favorite pro athlete is Von Miller…says “I feel like it will be a great experience to meet and play with
great players from all around the state. I will get to learn how some of the other players
were taught to do things and I could use that to better my game.”
Roderick Perry
Roderick…Cary…6-1, 285…DB…coached by Mike Kirst…as senior, named AllConf…34 tackles – 13 solo, 1 sack…as junior, named All-Conf…twice named 4A regional wrestling champ…2016 4A 285 lbs. state wrestling champ…3 times named
Academic All-Conf…scholarship to play for S.C. State where he will major in
business/mechanical engineering…career plans include playing in the NFL, starting his
own business, managing a major corporation, or being a marketing agent for a large
sports apparel company…favorite college athlete is Javon Hargrave…favorite pro is Aaron Donald…says “I feel pretty good about playing in the all-star game. I look forward to meeting all the other all-star participants. I’m honored to be selected to play in this game.”
Jaleel Scroggins
Jaleel…Southern Durham…5-11,175…DB…coached by Darius Robinson…as senior,
named All-Conf, All-Metro, Conf Defensive POY, 3AA state championship Defensive
MVP…105 tackles, 24 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 3 interceptions, 7 pass break ups, 3 force
fumbles…as junior, 56 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 3 interceptions – 1 interception for a
TD…also competed in track and baseball…undecided about college choice…plans to major in statistics…favorite college athlete is Mckenzie Alexander…favorite pro is
Tyrann Mathieu…says “I’m honored to be one of the few selected participants in this prestigious all-star game. This is also an honor for me and my family to experience this amazing event together.”
Daryus Skinner
Daryus…Richmond Sr….5-11, 165…DB…coached by Mike Castellano…as senior,
named All-Conference…85 tackles – 53 solo, 1 sack, 4 INTs, 2 fumble recoveries, 175
punt return yards, 99 INT yards, 274 all-purpose yards and 3 TDs…as junior, 117 tackles
– 65 solo, 1 INT, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery, 8 pass deflections...averaged 9.8
tackles a game…scholarship to play at Winston Salem State University where he will major in occupational therapy…favorite pro athlete is Earl Thomas…says “I’m really
excited to be playing in the all-star game.”
Mazani Stubbs
Mazani…Scotland…6-0, 235…DL…coached by Richard Bailey…as senior, named AllConference, All-Region…as junior, named All-Conference…undecided about college choice…wants to pursue a career as a teacher and coach…favorite college athlete is Derrick Henry…favorite pro athlete is Peyton Manning…says “I’m very excited and
honored to be selected to play in the East-West All-Star game. I expect to gain
friendships and to play with some of the best players in the Eastern part of the NC.”
Tyler Thomas
Tyler…Wake Forest…5-9, 170…DB…coached by Reginald Lucas…as senior, named All-Conf, Academic All-Conf…recipient of the Ron Hales Award for Toughness and Leadership on Defense…5 interceptions, 13 pass break-ups, 2 fumble recoveries…avg’d 3 tackles per game…undecided about college choice….plans to major in sports management…wants to pursue a career as a college coach or athletic trainer…favorite college athlete is Tyrone Matthews…favorite pro is Patrick Peterson…says “I feel very blessed to have been chosen. It’s an opportunity to continue playing one last time before I go to college. I’m expecting a great experience getting to know the other players and
coaches. I love the game of football and this game will allow me to build on my
experience and prepare me for college.”
Paul Underwood
Paul…Seventy First…5-10, 185… RB…coached by Duran McLaurin…as senior, named All-Region…rushed for 2,193 yards and 25 TDs…as junior, named All-Region…rushed for 2,017 yards and 21 TDs….rushed for over 5,000 career yards and led Cumberland County in rushing both his junior and senior year…scholarship to Fayetteville State University…favorite college athlete is Wayne Gallman…favorite pro athlete is Adrian Peterson…says “I feel excited to be playing in the all-star game, and I hope to just have
fun and compete with the other players.”
R-Kel Vera
R-Kel…Jack Britt…6-4, 318…DB…coached by Brian Rimpf…as senior, named AllConference…49 tackles, 7.5 sacks, 1 interception…as junior, had 11 tackles…also played basketball…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business marketing…favorite college athlete is Bryce Johnson…favorite pro athlete is Serge Ibaka
…says “I am very excited to play in the all-star game, and I expect to gain knowledge of how competition will be at the next level and different playing styles of other football
players attending.”
Brooks Verona
Brooks…Clayton…6-2, 260…OL…coached by Randy Pinkowski…as senior, named
All-Conf, Academic All-Conf, team Offensive Line MVP, team capt…as junior, named,
