Thirteen Orange County High School Football Players Commit to Colleges

Young football players demonstrating teamwork and commitment on the field.

News Summary

Thirteen high school football players from Orange County’s Class of 2026 have committed to various college programs, including three to USC. This trend of early commitments shows the depth of talent in the region and reflects the dedication of local programs to develop athletes. The commitments span a wide range of positions and colleges, indicating differing recruiting strategies and the players’ aspirations for their futures in academics and athletics.

Orange County – A significant milestone has been reached as thirteen high school football players from Orange County’s Class of 2026 have made commitments to various college football programs. Among these commitments, three players have chosen to further their athletic careers at the prestigious University of Southern California (USC).

The list of committed players showcases a diverse range of positions and institutions, demonstrating the depth of talent in Orange County’s youth football scene. This group of young athletes not only represents various high schools across the county but also highlights the growing trend of early college commitments among high school football players.

Details of Committed Players

Devyn Blake: Edison High School, Defensive Line (DL), 6-3, 280 lbs, Sacramento State
Dillon Booth: Crean Lutheran, Wide Receiver (WR), 5-9, 180 lbs, Columbia
Mark Bowman: Mater Dei, Athlete (ATH), 6-5, 225 lbs, USC
James Carrington: Crean Lutheran, Defensive Line (DL), 6-2, 257 lbs, Florida State
Jayden Crowder: Santa Margarita, Cornerback (CB), 5-11, 170 lbs, Cal
Kayden Dixon-Wyatt: Mater Dei, Wide Receiver (WR), 6-2, 180 lbs, Ohio State
Dash Fifita: Santa Margarita, Linebacker (LB), 5-10, 185 lbs, Arizona
Troy Foster: Huntington Beach, Wide Receiver (WR), 6-2, 205 lbs, Colorado State
Kodi Greene: Mater Dei, Offensive Tackle (OT), 6-6, 310 lbs, Washington
Josh Haney: JSerra, Offensive Line (OL), 6-5, 290 lbs, Fresno State
Chris Henry Jr.: Mater Dei, Wide Receiver (WR), 6-5, 205 lbs, Ohio State
Ryan Hopkins: Mater Dei, Quarterback (QB), 6-3, 195 lbs, Wisconsin
Lenny Ibarra: Los Alamitos, Running Back (RB), 5-10, 185 lbs, Army
Cooper Javorsky: San Juan Hills, Offensive Line (OL), 6-4, 285 lbs, UCLA
Anthony Jones: Crean Lutheran, Defensive Line (DL), 6-4, 285 lbs, UCLA
Jeron Jones: Mission Viejo, Cornerback (CB), 6-0, 175 lbs, Washington
Simote Katoanga: Santa Margarita, Defensive Line (DL), 6-5, 250 lbs, USC
CJ Lavender: Mater Dei, Defensive Back (DB), 5-11, 175 lbs, Washington
Skylar Lendsey: Western High School, Running Back (RB), 5-10, 200 lbs, UNLV
Trent Mosley: Santa Margarita, Wide Receiver (WR), 5-11, 175 lbs, USC
Niniva Nicholson: Santa Margarita, Offensive Line (OL), 6-3, 285 lbs, Arizona State
Leki Holani: Santa Margarita, Linebacker (LB), 6-0, 223 lbs, Sacramento State
Shaun Scott: Mater Dei, Linebacker (LB), 6-3, 230 lbs, USC
Jarod Sersansie: JSerra, Wide Receiver (WR), 6-3, 205 lbs, Columbia
Jonah Smith: Santa Margarita, Wide Receiver (WR), 6-0, 175 lbs, UCLA
Luke Sorensen: Servite, Tight End (TE), 6-4, 250 lbs, Nebraska
Vance Spafford: Mission Viejo, Wide Receiver (WR), 5-11, 185 lbs, Miami
Tomuhini Topui: Mater Dei, Defensive Tackle (DT), 6-3, 320 lbs, USC
Sam Utu: Orange Lutheran, Offensive Line (OL), 6-4, 320 lbs, Alabama
Maxwell “Bunchie” Young: N/A, Wide Receiver (WR), 6-0, 170 lbs, Sacramento State

Trends in Early Commitments

The trend of early commitments has become increasingly prevalent among high school athletes, particularly in football. This allows young players to secure their future ahead of the usual recruitment timeline. With the NCAA allowing athletes to commit to programs early, the athletes from Orange County’s Class of 2026 have taken significant steps towards their academic and athletic futures.

High school programs in Orange County have consistently shown a commitment to developing talent and preparing their players for the next level. The varying choices among the committed players reflect different football programs’ needs and recruiting strategies, as well as the players’ individual interests and career aspirations.

Continuing Legacy

Historically, Orange County has been a breeding ground for football talent, producing numerous athletes who have gone on to have successful collegiate and professional careers. As the Class of 2026 makes these commitments, it adds another chapter to the region’s legacy in high school football, foreshadowing a future filled with potential and achievement.

The excitement surrounding these commitments emphasizes the community and school spirit that fuels high school sports, not only in Orange County but across the nation.