This defense is a followup to the All-Unknown Offense which can be found by clicking this link... 2012 All-Unknown Offense
This was a very tough list to bring together and I left of a lot of quality players. At the bottom of the page you will see an 'Honorable Mention' section. In that section you can click on links to videos of players that I feel deserve recognition, but were some of my last cuts. The players name/school is the link.
Defensive stats are VERY hard to find. If you see stats that are not correct or you have a correction you can prove, I will be more than happy to change what I have posted.
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DL: Beau Iverson, Charles Wright Academy Tarriers (6'8" 240 lbs)
7.5 Sacks
2011 1st Team Nisqually League TE
2011 1st Team Nisqually League DE
2011 Honorable Mention Nisqually League Basketball
Click Here For Beau Iverson's Highlight Video
Quote From Charles Wright Academy Head Coach, Mike Finch:
"Beau is virtually impossible to block one-on-one. With added speed and quickness to his
impressive size, it'll be fun to see him play during his senior season."
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
Washington State Cougar fans might remember the name Rien Long. That is where I am going to go with my comparison for Iverson. Long was 6'5'' coming out of Anacortes High School and was impossible to block without the double team. Long went on to an All-American 2002 season at WSU and eventually into the NFL. Iverson definitely has a lot of the same characteristics as Long, just needs to add the weight. A redshirt college season will definitely add muscle, which in turn adds the weight needed to play at the next level. He is surprisingly agile for a kid his size. No reason he can't get to double digit sacks this season.
DL: Anthony Maggio, Coupeville Wolves (6'2" 250 lbs)
2011 2nd Team Cascade Conference
Click Here For Anthony Maggio's Highlight Video
Quote From Coupeville Head Coach, Tony Maggio:
"Anything is one of the fastest kids off the ball I have ever coached, he plays both offense and defense and rarely comes off the field. I am truly blessed to have him as a son, and to be able to be his coach."
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
Playing at a school with around 250 students, Anthony is a true small school spectacle. Just watching his video you will see exactly what his coach talks about. His speed of the ball is remarkable for a kid of his size. With added strength/weight, I see no reason he can't play at the next level. Look for more content in the future regarding Anthony.
DL: Justin Hazelton, Columbia River Chieftains (6'3" 230 lbs)
2011 2nd Team 3A Greater St. Helens League 2011 All Conference Scholar Athlete
Click Here For Justin Hazelton's Highlight Video
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
Sometimes when I watch a player I instantly like what I see and really do not know why. That is the case with Justin. He has a job, he does his job and he does it very well. He isn't flashy, but the kid can flat out play. I will show a little bit of my age here and say he reminds me of former Seahawks DL, Joe Nash. A guy that will give you 100% on every play of every game. That drive and desire allows him to make the most of every play. This also gives him a great ability to get through the double team.
DL: Jaime Miranda, Aberdeen Bobcats (6'0" 263 lbs)
2011 1st Team 2A Evergreen Conference
Click Here For Jaime Miranda's Highlight Video
Quote From Aberdeen Head Coach, Terry Dion:
"Jaime is the hardest working player that I have ever coached. In over 20 years of coaching, I have never seen a more self-made player. Every thing that he has accomplished- both in the classroom and in athletics is the result of hard work."
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
Jaime is a kid that flys under the radar because of where he plays. His video shows everything I want in a defensive lineman. He moves really well, has a little nasty in him and never gives up on a play. His highlight video shows you exactly what coach Dion talks about. This kid could play for any team in the state.
LB: Brett Carter, Franklin Pierce Cardinals (6'3" 200 lbs)
2011 Honorable Mention 2A SPSL
Click Here For Brett Carter's Highlight Video
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
Brett is a kid that will do anything to be the absolute best he can be. He has good size and with two more years before college, he should have no problem adding weight and he has the frame to do it. I see him eventually as an OLB in a 3-4 or a DE in a 4-3 and I think he will be very good at either. He has a great motor that allowed him to lead the SPSL in sacks as a sophomore. I spoke with him at the NW Stars Camp and was thoroughly impressed with how well spoken he is. Just by talking with him, you would never know that the kid has a side of him that is downright nasty.
LB: Trayon McNairy, Juanita Rebels (6'1" 205 lbs)
33.5 Tackles - 11 Sacks - 6 TFL - 5 FR
2011 2nd Team KingCo Conference
Click Here For Trayon McNairy's Highlight Video
Quote From Juanita Head Coach, Shaun Tarantola:
"Trayon is an explosive player that has a great motor. He has put in a great off-season and his hard work will pay off this season. He is the type of player that can be a game changer on both offense and defense."
HSFootballWA Thoughts: Being a Juanita Alumni, I am very familiar with Trayon's ability. He has great speed, a nose for the ball, a definite mean streak and great football instincts. He shows the strength to run through some blocks and the speed to run around others. 11 sacks in any league in impressive, but in KingCo 3A it is extra special. If Trayon can duplicate his numbers from last season, the Rebels defense will be very tough.
LB: Austin Striplin, Sumner Spartans (6'3" 230 lbs)
91 Tackles
Click Here For Austin Striplin's Highlight Video
Quote From Sumner Head Coach, Keith Ross:
"Big, Mobile, and Nasty. The best is yet to come!"
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
I will admit that I did not know of Austin until June 17th, a few days after I saw Sumner take part in a scrimmage at the Stadium Bowl. While he does probably project to DE in the long run, I have put Austin as a LB. He is deceptively fast. He doesn't look to be moving very fast, yet he somehow manages to get from sideline to sideline. His instincts on the field allow him to put himself in a very good position on almost every play. I really think Austin has the ability to become a VERY special player.
LB: Hayden Maliska, North Thurston Rams (5'11" 210 lbs)
2011 1st Team 2A Evergreen Conference LB
2011 2A Evergreen Conference All-Academic
2010 2A Evergreen Conference All-Academic
Click Here For Hayden Maliska's Highlight Video
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
Another example of a small school kid who can flat out play. Hayden shows good speed and a great ability to get rid of blockers. Being only a Junior in the upcoming season, I expect Hayden to continue to grow and could eventually become one of the better LB's in the state. North Thurston is a team on the rise and Maliska is a big part on both offense and defense. Look for more content regarding Hayden in the future.
DB: Austin Johnson, Mark Morris Monarchs (6'1" 185 lbs)
74 Solo Tackles - 63 Assists - 5 Sacks - 2 INT Returns TD's - 1 FR Return TD
2011 Offensive Player Of The Year Southwest-Trico
2011 1st Team Southwest - Trico RB
2011 1st Team Southwest - Trico LB
2010 1st Team Southwest - Trico RB
2010 1st Team Southwest - Trico LB
Click Here For Austin Johnson's Highlight Video
Quote From Mark Morris Head Coach, Shawn Perkins:
"He attended Linfield football camp with our team this past week and did an outstanding job. He was a good teammate, student of the new "O" and "D" and worked hard on and off the field to improve himself and his teammates. He as a natural nose for the football on defense and has the ability to hit the edge for big plays on offense. I think he will be a big help to us in the fall on both sides of the ball."
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
Austin is a tremendous athlete. He spent the last two seasons at Kalama which is in 1A. This season he transfers to Mark Morris which plays in the 2A Greather St. Helens. I expect him to make a seamless transition and be an all league player again. I have him as a DB because at the next level I see him most likely play Safety. Austin's return skills alone are good enough to get him to the next level. I love kids that get up field in a hurry and on the return, he does just that.
DB:Jimbo Davis, Mount Si Wildcats (5'11 165 lbs)
2011 Honorable Mention KingCo Conference
Click Here For Jimbo Davis Highlight Video
Jimbo Davis At The BFA/NEI Camp In April
Quote From Mount Si Head Coach, Charlie Kinnune:
"Jimbo Davis loves the game of football as much as any player I have coached here at Mount Si. I have worked closely with Jimbo the last 3 years. I have witnessed him grow tremendously. Two things come to mind for me with Jimbo. #1 instincts- he covers and drop's with ease. He is most comfortable when the ball is in the air. #2 discipline- Jimbo has NEVER been caught out of position. He plays assignment football then makes plays. This is a great combination for a defensive back."
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
I have had the pleasure of speaking with Jimbo on a few occasions and he is very well spoken. A really nice kid. I really think he is a kid that will do anything to be the best he can be. He is one of the better press coverage DB's in his class. He has the ability to turn and run with just about any receiver. Above I posted two videos, one is a highlight video. The other is of Jimbo participating in the Barton Football Academy from April out at Peninsula High School. You will see what I am talking about. At 1:26 you will see him going against Sammie Long from Lakes High School. Long is a phenomenal athlete and has committed to attend the University of Washington. Davis does a great job on a guy probably considered to be the best in the state.
DB: Sean Elledge, Glacier Peak Grizzlies (6' 185 lbs)
2011 1st Team Wesco 3A DB
2011 1st Team Wesco 3A WR
2010 2nd Team Wesco 3A DB
2010 2nd Team Wesco 3A WR
Click Here For Sean Elledge's Highlight Video
Quote From Glacier Peak Head Coach, Rory Rosenbach:
DB: Morgan Masanda, Meadowdale Mavericks (5'8" 160 lbs)
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
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"Sean is a tremendously competitive FB player. He will fight u to the end in any arena. Very physical DB who is equally adept at covering one on one as he is being a run defender. Very high FB IQ. And an emotional
leader of our team."
HSFootballWA Thoughts:
As usual, I will not argue with a coach about a player. This is a kid I would love to have on my team. Sean has is very aggressive and has great technique. Those are two things I love in a DB. His ability to block FG's in unbelievable. It just shows his acceleration and ability to jump the snap. Watching his video you will see that he never gives up on a play. 4-5 times he gets spun around chasing a ball carrier, recovers and eventually makes the tackle. I really can't find anything about his game that I do not like.
DB: Morgan Masanda, Meadowdale Mavericks (5'8" 160 lbs)
2011 2nd Team Cascade Conference DB
I saw Morgan last season in a game vs Kennedy Catholic and was impressed from the start. This season he makes the transition from 2A to 3A, but I can't imagine him having any problems. Offensively I could see him playing as a Slot Receiver, but to me he is a DB. He has a great ability to read the play and make the right decision. He is definitely undersized, but he more than makes up for it with his heart. Reminds me a lot of former Virginia Tech DB, Victor "Macho" Harris who is listed at a VERY generous 6'. He plays the game in a mean, tough and exciting fashion.
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Honorable Mentions:
(Click Name For Highlight Video)
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