West Football
Chris WENCES Chris … Mitchell … 6-3, 225 … tight end … coached by Travise Pitman … as senior, named All- Conference … as junior, named All-Conference … also named All-Conference in basketball … undecided about college choice … plans to major in trades … wants to pursue a career in construction … “I am excited to have this opportunity. I think this will be a great experience between the game and the time with my new teammates.”
Nse UFFORT Nse … Swain County … 6-1, 270 … defensive line/offensive line … coached by Sherman Holt … as junior, named All-WNC, All-Conference, Conference Lineman of the Year … had 22 pancake blocks, 41 knockdowns, and blocked for an offense that gained over 4,500 yards … on defense, had 56 tackles, 19 tackles for a loss, 6 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries … also competes in track and field where he was a state champion and was named All-American … member of Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Whittier United Methodist Church … undecided about college choice … plans to major in exercise science … wants to pursue a career in physical therapy … “ I feel like it is a blessing to be allowed the opportunity to showcase my God-given abilities in the East-West All-Star game. I am truly humbled to be picked and recognized as one of the top players in the state of North Carolina. I look forward to gaining knowledge about the game and creating friendships and life-long memories with the coaching staff and other players across the state.”
Zalen WATKINS Zalen … East Rutherford … 6-3, 255 … defensive lineman … coached by Philip Russ … as junior, named All-Conference, All-County … had 78 tackles—33 solo, 15.5 tackles for a loss, 2.5 sacks, 19 QB pressures, 2 interceptions, 1 blocked kick, 4 forced fumbles, 5 fumble recoveries … as sophomore, named All-Conference, All- County … had 35 tackles—15 solo, 5 tackles for a loss, 2 sacks, 4 QB pressures, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery … also plays basketball … member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes … undecided about college choice … plans to major in exercise science … wants to pursue a career in football...says “Being selected to play in the 77th East-West All- Star game is an incredible honor and a testament to the hard work I’ve put into my football career. It’s a privilege to represent East Rutheford and our entire community on such a prestigious stage. I am grateful to the North Carolina Coaches Association for this opportunity, as it reflects the support they have in NC High School Athletics. I want to extend my appreciation to Head Coach Phill Russ for nominating me and for his unwavering guidance throughout my high school career.”
Zavion WILSON Zavion … Burns … 6-0, 205 … defensive back … coached by David Devine … as junior, had 66 tackles, 7 tackles for a loss, 1 interception, 5 passes broken up … on offense, rushed for 274 yards and 4 touchdowns … also competed in track and field … undecided about college choice … plans to major in sports management … “I feel very blessed to play in this game, and I am ready to learn new things, bond with new players, and gain new friends.”
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