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Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
FSU football recruiting: Seminoles land 4-star WR Jasen Lopez. Will also play basketball
Chaminade Madonna's Jasen Lopez is committing to Florida State. That's a win not only a win for Mike Norvell but also a win for men's basketball coach Luke Loucks as Lopez plans to play for both programs next year. Advertisement FSU and Miami were neck and neck for the South Florida native before making his decision and announcing it to Thursday, June 26. North Carolina State and West Virginia were also in the mix as he visited all four schools this month. Wide receiver coach Tim Harris Jr sealed the deal in landing the 5-foot-10, 165-dual-sport athlete. He also met with Loucks during his official visit. He will be the first Seminole commit in his 2026 class. On the football side, Lopez is the fifth receiver and 20th player to pledge to the Seminoles in the 2026 class. According to 247 Sports' composite rankings, Lopez is ranked No. 43 wide receiver and No. 19 in the state. Advertisement As a junior, Lopez recorded 87 catches for 1,300 yards and 14 TDs. On the court, he averaged 25 points, 2.2 assists, 6.4 rebounds and 4.1 steals a game. FSU remains at No. 9 in 247 Sports' team rankings. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Florida State's 2026 commits Jasen Lopez, wide receiver, Chaminade Madonna (Hollywood, Florida), 4-star Jay Timmons, defensive back, Pine Richland (Gibsonia, Pennsylvania), 4-star Xavier Tiller, tight end, Langston Hughes (Fairburn, Georgia), 4-star Devin Carter, wide receiver, Douglas County (Douglas County, Georgia), 4-star Jaden O'Neal, quarterback, Mustang (Mustang, Oklahoma) 4-star Brandon Bennett, wide receiver, American Heritage (Fort Lauderdale, Florida) 4-star Efrem White, wide receiver, Vero Beach (Vero Beach, Florida), 4-star James Carrington, defensive line, Crean Lutheran (Irvine, California), 4-star Jakobe Green, offensive line, Gadsden County (Quincy, Florida), 3-star Noah LaVallee, linebacker, Walton (Marietta, Georgia), 3-star Sean Johnson, cornerback, Archbishop Spalding (Severn, Maryland), 3-star Tedarius Hughes, safety, Northwestern (Miami, Florida), 3-star Darryl Bell III, safety, Barbara Gorman (Hialeah, Florida), 3-star Amari Thomas, running back, Blountstown (Blountstown, Florida) 3-star Darryon Williams, wide receiver, Plant (Tampa, Florida), 3-star Karon Maycock, linebacker, Miami Central (Miami, Florida), 3-star Michael Ionata, offensive line, Calvary Christian (Clearwater, Florida), 3-star Wihtlley Cadeau, defensive line, Booker T. Washington (Atlanta, Georgia), 3-star Luke Francis, offensive line, Coral Gables (Coral Gables, Florida), 0-star More: FSU football's Gavin Blackwell bet on himself, ready for breakout final college season This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: FSU football, basketball get Chaminade Madonna's Jasen Lopez for 2026 class
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia Tech Lands Star Dual-Sport Athlete in 2026 Class
Georgia Tech Lands Star Dual-Sport Athlete in 2026 Class originally appeared on Athlon Sports. If you're looking for the heart of Georgia Tech's future, start with the name Jack Richerson. The 6-foot-4 athlete from Marist isn't just bringing his talents to The Flats, and he's bringing two sports worth of impact. Advertisement The Yellow Jackets secured a major recruiting win Friday evening when Richerson, a 2026 tight end and baseball standout, announced his commitment to Georgia Tech on social media. His decision sent a ripple through Tech nation, as Brent Key and the baseball staff landed one of the state's most versatile and high-upside prospects. This isn't just a two-for-one deal, it's a blueprint for how Tech is building for the future. A Football Force with a Championship Pedigree Richerson has been a standout on both sides of the ball for powerhouse Marist, helping lead the War Eagles to the state title game in 2024. While his junior stats jump off the page, 67 tackles, 15 sacks, and 24 tackles for loss, his future on the gridiron lies on the offensive side. Advertisement In Marist's traditional wing-T, tight ends are rarely featured in the passing game. But Richerson's skill set defies the scheme. He's a natural pass-catcher, sharp in reading zone coverages, and lethal between the hashes. His blocking, already a strength, fits the mold of a Georgia Tech offense that values physicality and versatility. 'I would put my ball skills up against anyone in the class,' Richerson said in May. 'When the ball is in the air, I'm going up to make a play.' That confidence isn't just talk, it's backed by tape. Diamond Dominance: A Legitimate Two-Way Star On the baseball field, Richerson is equally imposing. A 3B/RHP/1B, he combines elite size with technical precision. He's posted a 6.76 60-yard dash, a 90 mph fastball, and drives the ball with serious pop. Advertisement Scouts rave about his swing mechanics, fielding instincts, and strong arm from multiple positions. And while his future may lean toward football, there's no question he has pro-level tools on the mound and at the plate. According to Perfect Game, Richerson 'has a long and strong swing with big power potential' and is 'an excellent student', a perfect fit for Georgia Tech's academic-athletic balance. Georgia Tech Yellowjackets firstbase Kent Schmidt (10) reacts with shortstop Kyle Lodise (2), outfielder Drew Burress (8), and second baseman Alex Hernandez (4), after a home run during the first inning against the Mississippi Rebels.© Petre Thomas-Imagn Images What This Means for Tech Richerson becomes the second tight end commit in Georgia Tech's 2026 class, following Luke Harpring, also from Marist. It's another high-IQ, high-ceiling addition for Key, who continues to build a class loaded with toughness and versatility. Advertisement Georgia Tech now holds 16 commitments in the 2026 cycle, and Richerson could be one of the most important. He's not just a fit, he's a statement. Related: Georgia Tech Lands Two Promising WRs in 2026 Class Surge Related: Georgia Tech Baseball Lands Top Transfers to Supercharge 2025 Lineup This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
News.com.au
25-06-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
Tara Harrington grew up in a golf shop, now she's one of the rising AFLW Suns
Gold Coast draftee Tara Harrington 'grew up in a golf shop', but football is the true love of the fast-rising dual sport athlete. Harrington, 19, was both the only AFLW player and first-year player among the league's top 50 golfers as she climbed into 24th spot. This would not surprise anyone familiar with the teenage sporting prodigy – her parents are former professional golfers Peter and Lee Harrington, who run coaching and retail business The Golf School in Carrarra. 'I played competitive golf until I was about 11 or 12, and then moved across to footy,' Harrington said. 'I think originally, my parents wanted me to go into golf, but eventually they were like, 'choose your own path', and I was enjoying football more so I went down that route. 'It's definitely the team environment – golf is a very individual sport, and I'd much rather be around teammates than be by myself or with a caddie on the golf course.' When Harrington was selected with pick 47 in the first open national AFLW draft last year, she joined a list well-stocked with Suns she had already trained and played with while coming through the Gold Coast academy. No. 2 pick Havana Harris, Heidi Talbot, Mia Salisbury and Nyalli Milne were all academy graduates like Harrington who the Suns were able to elevate through the draft. 'I think a lot of people have noticed the shift in energy (at the club), especially with the new coach (Rhyce Shaw) but also with the younger squad,' she said. 'The integration from the academy into the women's program is great – we've all trained with them, so it's given us a lot of confidence we can come in and make the jump.' Harrington will continue to work twice a week for the family business, coaching some juniors but spending most of her time out on the course assisting people with disabilities. 'I think it's so good having my parents as my bosses. It's very flexible – it allows me to do what I need to do,' she joked.
