Claudia Collins
Commitments
Cree Thomas – ’25 DB, Brophy College Prep
On Monday, Nov. 20, Brophy College Prep defensive back Cree Thomas announced his commitment to Notre Dame. The 6-foot0one, 180-pound cornerback had a dozen offers from programs including Arizona, ASU, Oregon and Wisconsin. Thomas says the game day atmosphere and coaching staff is what set the Fighting Irish above the rest.
“The atmosphere on my game day visits to Notre Dame was incredible. With the school having one of the most storied football programs, it would be almost a dream come true to be able to play for them every Saturday.”
Committed… Thank you God! https://t.co/E6fnhlRqSH
— Cree Thomas (@CreeThomas3) November 20, 2023
“The Coaches were super amazing throughout the entire recruitment process and always upfront with me about the school. It’s also huge that Notre Dame is a faith based school and I can continue to get closer with God! And of course the most important thing being that a degree from Notre Dame is incredible after football.”
Thomas said he was looking for a program that would help him achieve his goal of making it to the NFL. Defensive backs coach Mike Mickens made an impact on his recruitment and he feels he’s one of the best cornerback coaches in college football. Cree feels he’s going from one of the best coaching staffs in Arizona high school football to one of the best in college. He says BCP coaches have set an example for him and his teammates as former collegiate and NFL players.
“A lot of our coaches also have college coaching experience which is huge when giving us pointers to better our game for the next level. We also learn a lot about time management in the classroom at Brophy which will be a huge help in college.”
Cree Thomas and the No. 1 Brophy Broncos are set to play No. 12 Red Mountain in the 6A Semi-Finals this Friday.
Gregory Beinvenue – ’24 OL/DL, Desert Ridge
On Nov. 20 the Desert Ridge senior committed to Boise State. He has seven offers from programs including ASU, Arizona and Colorado State.
https://twitter.com/GregoryBienven3/status/1726722954908803377
U.S. Army Bowl
Dylan Lee – ’24 RB, Williams Field
On Nov. 20 three-star Williams Field running back Dylan Lee received an invite to the U.S. Army Bowl. The Army Bowl will be held at Ford Stadium in San Antonio, Texas on Dec. 18.
“Getting the invite was great and having the opportunity and be hand selected is nothing short of a blessing and I am simply glad just to be given the opportunity.”
https://twitter.com/dylan_lee29/status/1726774534148436268
Dylan closed out his senior season with 227 carries for 2,012 yards with 27 touchdowns. He says being a Black Hawk helped prepare him for what’s to come this December at the Army Bowl and for his future collegiate career. Lee committed to Iowa State on June 18 and plans to graduate early to attend spring ball.
“The Williams Field football program has been amazing with my development of not only my athletic growth but my academic progress and my growth as a young man.”
Recent Offers
Kaden Haeckel – ’24 OT – Liberty
Ahead of Liberty’s Open Division matchup against the No. 5 Highland Hawks, Kaden Haeckel received an opportunity to play football at ASU. Kaden also has scholarship offers from the University of San Diego and NAU.
Thankful to receive another opportunity to further my football career from Arizona State University! @CoachTuitele @ASUFootball @LibertyFBLions @lion_liberty @Coach_Gloden @coachthomasfb @TimRoschmann @CoachPerrone @MyRecruits_ @CodyTCameron @lmzworld_ pic.twitter.com/5Ky1Lx0y53
— Kaden Haeckel (@HaeckelKaden52) November 22, 2023
Logan Powell – ’25 OT – Brophy College Prep
Four-star offensive tackle Logan Powell has over a dozen offers from programs including ASU, Arizona, Michigan, Oregon and Nebraska. His most recent offer came from the University of Washington on Nov. 21.
After a great talk with @scotthuffUW excited to announce an offer to The University of Washington! @UW_Football #GoHuskies #BST @jason247scout @FootballBrophy @BlairAngulo @BrandonHuffman pic.twitter.com/ql4i2tU93D
— Logan Powell (@LoganPowell_77) November 21, 2023
Tyton Slade – ’24 WR, ALA Gilbert North
Tyton Slade closed out his senior season with 962 yards and 17 touchdowns. He has a scholarship offer from NAU and recently received an opportunity to play football at UNC on Nov. 20.
After an amazing call with @CoachPHadley I have been offered by @UNC_BearsFB . Very grateful to coach Lamb and his staff for their belief in me! 🦅 🐻 pic.twitter.com/9HuisKJ0vJ
— Tyton Slade (@tytonslade) November 20, 2023
