| Committed Student-Athlete |
Pos. |
Ht./Wt. |
Hometown/Previous School |
| Warren Gorman |
WR |
6-0/180 |
Owings, Mary./College of DuPage (IL)/Northern HS |
Key Stats:
High School: Named 1st Team All-Conference... Led team to first playoff birth since 1990 |
| Sooner Skinner |
LB |
6-2/250 |
Simi Valley, Calif./Grace Brethren HS |
Key Stats:
Named to the Tri Valley All-Conference team... Named a Daily News All-Star... Named Special Teams Player of the Year for team... Lettered in football for three years |
| Robert Lee Williams, Jr. |
LB |
6-0/230 |
San Diego, Calif./Southwestern College (CA)/Otay Ranch HS |
Key Stats:
Named Team's Defensive Player of the Year at Southwestern College... Senior Year: Named to 1st Team All-League, 2nd Team All-CIF, and Honorable Mention All-State... Voted Team MVP by fellow teammates... Played in San Diego County All-Star Game... Junior Year: Named to 2nd Team All-League... All-Academic Team both junior and senior years |
| Mike Moser |
RB |
5-10/205 |
West Union, Iowa/St. Cloud State Univ./North Fayette HS |
Key Stats:
Named Class 2A District MVP in 2004 and 2006... Named to All-State 1st Team in 2004, 2005, and 2006... Named Des Moines Register "Elite" All-State running back... Holds North Fayette records for most touchdowns in a season (24) and in a career (69), as well as career rushing yards (4,376 yards). |
| Aaron Miller |
LB |
6-0/232 |
Rockford, Ill./Harper College/Rockford HS |
| Frank Harris |
LB |
6-2/215 |
Lake Elsinore, Cal./Mt. San Jacinto College/Temescal Canyon HS |
| Bryan Smith |
LB |
6-0/190 |
Appleton, Wisc./Appleton North HS |
| Noah Schaufenbuel |
WR |
6-2/170 |
Fort Atkinson, Iowa/Turkey Valley HS |
| Ethan Meier |
LB |
5-11/190 |
Sumner, Iowa/Sumner-Fredericksburg HS |
| Warren Gorman |
WR |
6-0/175 |
Aurora, Ill./College of DuPage/Northern HS |
| Myles Gorham |
WR |
5-11/175 |
Duluth, Minn./Duluth East HS |
| Nick Williford |
RB |
5-11/180 |
Oelwein, Iowa/ Oelwein Senior HS |
| Ryan Lowe |
WR |
6-0/170 |
Tappahannock, Virg./Essex HS |
Key Stats:
Senior Year: Registered 47 catches... 937 yards... 13 touchdowns... Named to All-State, All-Region, and All-District teams |
| Matt Hammel |
DL |
6-4/274 |
Dorchester, Iowa/Waukon HS |
Key Stats:
Registered 6 sacks... Won a Dollars for Scholars award |
| Jerry Arbuckle |
LB |
5-11/200 |
Lyndon Station, Wisc./Mauston HS |
Key Stats:
Led team in fumbles caused... Named to Mauston HS Honor Roll |
| Cody Northern |
RB/LB |
6-0/210 |
Cedar Rapids, Iowa/Jefferson HS |
Notes:
Cody signed a scholarship to wrestle for Upper Iowa |
| Sam Epsteen |
RB |
5-8/185 |
Corona, Cal./Riverside City College/La Sierra HS |
Key Stats:
Named to All-CIF Division V, All-Ivy League, Riverside County 2nd Team, Riverside County All-Star... Voted Team Offensive MVP |
| Justin Weinard |
LB |
6-0/225 |
Humble, Tex./Humble HS |
Key Stats:
Named to All-District Honorable Mention after junior and senior seasons... Received Fighting Heart Award which is presented by coaching staff |
| Logan Doeppke |
DE |
6-1/245 |
Harpers Ferry, Iowa/Waukon Senior HS |
Key Stats:
Two-time letterwinner |
| Nick Miller |
DB |
5-8/175 |
Racine, Wis./Washington Park HS |
Key Stats:
Named to All-Conference, All-County, & All-Section First Team... Registered 35 tackles, 2 interceptions, & 2 touchdowns...Competed in Track... All-State in 200, 100, 4 x 100, and the 4 x 200. |
| Andre Watson |
RB |
6-0/170 |
Elkton, Mary./Elkton Christian Academy |
| Taylor Wade |
KR/RB |
5-7/175 |
Council Bluffs, Iowa/Thomas Jefferson HS |
Key Stats:
Accumulated 996 all-purpose yards... Twice named All-Conference Honorable Mention and All-City at KR/RB |
| G. Brandon Lange |
DE |
6-1/230 |
Dubuque, Iowa/Dubuque Senior HS |
Key Stats:
Two year letterwinner in foorball... Listed on Renaissance Honor Roll |
Quote:
"Brandon is a physical player that goes hard all the time. We had Brandon play defensive end for us in our 4-3. He has great instincts and plays with very good technique. He is still growing as a player and his potential is great. As well as having very good athletic skills, Brandon is a fun player to coach. He will always take coaching points well and try to improve as a player. Brandon will be an asset to Upper Iowa's football program and campus," - John Osweller, Head Football Coach Dubuque Senior HS. |
| Jeremy Wade |
|
6-2/210 |
Racine, Wisc./Park HS |
Key Stats:
Named to All-State teams in football and track... 4.38 in 40 yard dash... 21.9 in 200 yard dash... Listed on the honor roll as a senior |
| Louis Haines |
DB |
5-10/170 |
Lake Como, Fla./Crescent City Jr./Sr. HS |
Key Stats:
35 Tackles... 4 Interceptions... 2 Touchdowns... Four-year varsity letterwinner... Named to All-Conference and All-State teams... Listed on Honor Roll |
| Timothy Collins |
QB |
6-3/175 |
Chicago, Illinois/Phoenix Military Academy |
Key Stats:
Named 1st Team All-Conference... Varsity Letterman... Team Captain... 3.6 GPA |
Quote:
"Timothy is a team player. He is devoted to team goals. He always sets a good example in and out of school. Timothy has an outstanding character," - Coach Powell, Head Football Coach Phoenix Military Academy. |
| Steven Hale |
DE |
6-4/225 |
Gratis, Ohio/Preble Shawnee HS |
Key Stats:
Named to 1st Team All-SWBL in 2006 |
| Derrin Ford |
DB |
5-10/175 |
Palmdale, Calif./Palmdale HS |
Key Stats:
Senior Year: 63 Tackles... 2 Interceptions... Named to 2nd Team All-C.I.F.... Named Academic Athlete of the Year in C.I.F.... Listed on Honor Roll for 3 years... 3.3 GPA |
| Chris Clerkin |
OL |
P/TE |
Dodgeville, Wisc./Dodgeville HS |
| Jessie Hubbard Jr. |
WR |
5-10/158 |
West Palm Beach, Fla./Inlet Grove HS |
Key Stats:
Senior Year: 35 Rec... 698 Rec Yds... 7 TDs... Led team in receiving yards... Named to 2nd Team All-Area... Named to Honor Roll |
| Brad Doerring |
WR |
5'10/175 |
Monona, Iowa/MFL Mar Mac HS |
Key Stats:
2nd team All-District...2 time All-Conference baseball... All-State in track |
| Randy Slick |
OL |
6'4/260 |
Sumner, Iowa/Sumner-Fredericksburg HS |
Key Stats:
Named 2nd team All-District twice |
Quote:
I think Randy will be a good fit for Upper Iowa. He will need to work hard on the field and in the classroom to be successful. I think his head and his heart are in the right place.
-Brad Mohs, Head Football Coach, Sumner-Fredericksburg HS |
| Seth Griffith |
OL/LS |
6'2/260 |
Walnut, Iowa/Walnut Community HS |
Key Stats:
2006 1st Team All-District OL/DL...2nd Team All-State OL(INA)...2007 1st Team All-District OL/DL...1st Team All-State OL(INA)...1st Team All-State (Des Moines Reg.) |
| Joshua Chavez |
DB/Safety |
6-0/185 |
Santa Ana, Cal./Mater Dei HS |
Key Stats:
2nd Team All-Trinity League... Played in Divison I level of CIF league...Mater Dei held a #1 National Ranking by ESPN and USA Today for 5 weeks in 2007 |
Quote:
Josh is a total team player, very physical, and pound for pound the toughest player on the team.
-Bruce Rollinson, Head Football Coach, Mater Dei HS |
| Ben Curran |
QB |
6-0/197 |
Cedar Falls, Iowa/Univ. of Northern Iowa |
Key Stats:
Named Second team All-State, All-Metro, All-Conference... Quarterback of State Runner-Up, Cedar Falls HS, in 2005... One year letterwinner at the Univ. of Northern Iowa... Named All-Conference and All-Metro in Basketball as a senior and junior |
Quote:
Ben Curran comes in as a letter winner at UNI. His leadership and knowledge at the quarterback position will create great competition next year. Ben has a proven track record as a winner and efficient QB. During his high school senior campaign Ben led his team to the state championship game and threw 28 TD's and only 4 INT's all year. We welcome both Ben and his brother Nate to our program.
-Mike Knoll, Head Football Coach, Upper Iowa University |
| Nate Curran |
DB |
6-0/200 |
Cedar Falls, Iowa/Univ. of Northern Iowa |
Key Stats:
Named First team All-State as a senior... Named All-Metro and All-Conference as a senior and junior... Defensive Back of State Runner-Up, Cedar Falls HS, in 2005... Named Cedar Falls Male Athlete of the Year... Named Third team All-State as a senior and All-Metro/All-Conference as a senior and junior |
Quote:
Nate Curran has the potential to come in and help us immediately. He is a great young man on and off the field and will bring a high level of ability to our program. We are excited to have Nate join our secondary and believe his addition to our recruiting class is outstanding.
-Mike Knoll, Head Football Coach, Upper Iowa University |
| Kurt Kruger |
P/TE |
6-2/205 |
Riceville, Iowa/Hawkeye CC |
Key Stats:
Punt Averages: 48 yards as a senior and 41 yards as a junior... Named First team All-State Kicker/Punter... Named All-Area and All-District Punter as a senior and junior... Earned Dean's List every semester at Hawkeye |
| Antwain Glasco |
RB/DB |
6-0/189 |
Chicago, Ill./Phoenix Military Academy |
Key Stats:
Led team in rushing and tackles... Named team's Defensive Player of the Year... Named to All-Conference team as a senior... Named Cadet of the Year... Earned a spot on the A-B Honor Roll |
Quote:
Antwain is an outstanding player. He has the potential to play at the next level. He can be successful on both sides of the ball and can perform in pressure situations.
-Charles Powell, Head Football Coach, Phoenix Military Academy |
| Jordan Otdoerfer |
RB |
5-8/180 |
Strawberry Point, Iowa/Starmont HS |
Key Stats:
Senior Year: Rushed for 2,548 yards... Scored 38 TD's... Recorded 81 tackles, 63 solo and 35 assisted... Moved into the top five All-time in Iowa for single season rushing yards... Named to the First team All State as a running back as a junior and senior... Selected to play in the Shrine Bowl in July... Broke Starmont's records for most yards rushing in a season, most yards rushing in a career with 4,171 yards in the 2006 and 2007 seasons, most touchdowns in a season with 38, and most points scored in a season with 261... Carried a 3.0 GPA through four years of high school... Earned spot on Starmont's Honor Roll... Served on the Student Council |
Quote:
Jordan is one of the best backs I've coached. He has great speed and cutback ability. He is a tough runner and overall a tough football player who did a lot for our football team.
-Matt Lee, Head Football Coach, Starmont HS |
| Casey Popenfoose |
S |
5-11/190 |
Huntley, Ill./Huntley HS |
Key Stats:
Name Fox Valley All-Conference in 2007... Named to Daily Herald All-Area Honorable Mention list in 2006 and 2007... Voted one of team's Most Valuable Players in 2006 and 2007 |
Quote:
Casey combines speed and agility with the ability to make plays on defense. In addition, he is a phenomenal student and solid human being. We are proud and excited to have a student-athlete of Casey's stature join our program.
-Mike Knoll, Head Football Coach, Upper Iowa |
| Jeremy (JT) Kight |
LB |
6-0/200 |
Ozark, Mo./Ozark HS |
Key Stats:
Named Team Captain... Named to Honorable Mention list for All-Southwest Missouri Football Coaches Association |
Quote:
JT brings a higher level of excitement and athleticism to our program. His exuberance and ability will help our defensive unit's progress in the near future. Our football team is honored to welcome JT to Upper Iowa University.
-Mike Knoll, Head Football Coach, Upper Iowa |
| Joe Alanis |
WR |
6-1/175 |
Lynxville, Wisc./Seneca HS |
Key Stats:
3-Year Letterwinner... Named All-Conference and All-Tribune second team in 2007... Named team's Hardest Hitter in 2007... Became Seneca's All-Time Leading Wide Receiver... Listed on Honor Roll for four years... 2007 Stats: 84 Rec. / 1019 Yds. / 10 TD |
Quote:
Joe is the career leader for most receiving yards at Seneca High School. He was unanimously chosen 1st team all-conference his senior season at wide receiver. He has great hands and an intuitive feel for the game. Joe is a very fluid athlete that will go up and get the ball at its highest point. Joe is an excellent blocker on the edge. He is a physical presence. He works extremely hard in the weight room. He was also selected 1st team all conference corner back and voted hardest hitter by his teammates.
- Steve Kramer, Head Football Coach, Seneca HS |
| Eric Silva |
CB/KR |
5-7/170 |
Chicago, Ill./St. Patrick HS |
Quote:
Eric is an aggressive playmaker at the corner position. He is a disciplined and hard working young man that comes from a great high school program. We are thrilled to have this young man join our program.
-Mike Knoll, Head Football Coach, Upper Iowa |
| Kyle Fisher |
DE |
6-4/250 |
Colorado Springs, Colo./Palmer HS |
Key Stats:
4-Year Letterwinner... Varsity Captain... Named Honorable Mention All-Conference |
| DeJon Creeks |
LB |
5-8/187 |
Houston, Tex./Jersey Village HS |
Key Stats:
Named to Second Team All-District in 2006 and 2007...3-Year Letterwinner... Captain (Senior)... Recorded 57 tackles, 3 for loss, 1 sack and 1 interception as a junior |
Quote:
DeJon has been a three year starter, a captain, and a great leader. He gives his all every play. He is a great athlete and young man.
- David Snokhous, Head Football Coach, Jersey Village HS |
| Keith Hunter Jr. |
CB/KR |
5-9/165 |
St. Louis, Mo./Ladue Horton Hawkins HS |
Key Stats:
Named to All-City, All-District, and All-State teams as a running back and kick returner... Led the St. Louis Area in kick return and punt return average... Two-time AAU National Track Championship Qualifier |
Quote:
Keith possesses exceptional quickness, speed and agility. He comes from a great family with NFL background and his dad is a certified strength and conditioning coach. Keith is a good student that works hard in the classroom. By moving to corner back, he will give us the ability to play both man and zone coverage with his foot speed.
-Mike Knoll, Head Football Coach, Upper Iowa University |
| Calvin Lewis |
DE/OLB |
6-2/230 |
Riceville, Iowa/Riceville HS |
Key Stats:
Two-time All District... All-District Academic |
| Jacob Wolf |
OT |
6-5/325 |
Nashville, Ill./Nashville HS |
Key Stats:
Senior Year: All-Conference Offensive Line... Voted Team's Most Valuable Lineman...
Junior Year: Voted Team's Most Improved Player... Class Vice President
|
| Shane McComb |
LB |
5-10/215 |
Hemet, Calif./Riverside CC |
Key Stats:
Junior College: All-Conference... Academic All-Conference... 152 Tackles, 1 Int., 1 TD, 2 Forced Fumbles
High School: Two-time All-County and All-League... Named League Defensive MVP... Senior Year Stats: 138 Tackles (10 games), 1 Int, 1 TD, 8 Forced Fumbles
|
| Scott Sisler |
TE |
6-3/250 |
Hemet, Calif./Riverside CC |
Key Stats:
Junior College: All-Academic Missioni Conference
High School: Named 1st Team All-League... Two-time Hemet HS receiver of the year... Senior Year Stats: 75 receptions
|
| Jerek Bowe |
ILB |
6-0/233 |
Naples, Fla./St. John Neumann HS |
Key Stats:
Senior: Named to Honorable Mention All-State
Junior: Named to 3rd Team All-State
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| James Casella |
RB |
5-9/170 |
Elkton, Mary./Elkton HS |
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| Thomas Zucco |
LB |
6-1/190 |
Newark, Del./Aquinas Academy |
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