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DeMatha defeated Gonzaga 27-3 in D.C. over the weekend, officially beginning WCAC play. Let’s take a closer look at the standout performances from this conference opener. 2023 6’2 170 WR – Kristian Tate – DeMatha As he dominated his matchups…
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Continue ReadingDeMatha defeated Gonzaga 27-3 in D.C. over the weekend, officially beginning WCAC play. Let’s take a closer look at the standout performances from this conference opener.
2023 6’2 170 WR – Kristian Tate – DeMatha
As he dominated his matchups and hauled in a 50 yard touchdown reception, it’s safe to say that Kristian Tate continued his breakout season this past weekend against Gonzaga. Tate and his quarterback, Denzel Gardener, are showing that they’re a top tier quarterback-receiver duo in the WCAC, and it’s clear that their chemistry is improving with every game. Tate’s score against Gonzaga put the Stags up by two touchdowns, and from that point forward in the game DeMatha’s defense stood strong and held the Purple Eagles to only three total points on offense. Kristian Tate is truly having a special season this year, and if scouts anywhere are looking for a dynamic receiver with a a long wingspan and soft hands then Kristian Tate of DeMatha is your answer. He’s a phenomenal young talent with a very high ceiling, and I am very excited about his future at the next level!
2025 6’0 175 QB – Denzel Gardner Denzel Gardner 6'0" | 190 lbs | QB Dematha | 2025 State MD – DeMatha
Denzel Gardner Denzel Gardner 6'0" | 190 lbs | QB Dematha | 2025 State MD keeps proving time and time again that he’s going to be an elite dual-threat quarterback at the next level. Against Gonzaga, Gardner displayed his well-roundedness, and he showed us that if you sleep on his arm strength then you’re going to get burned by him. Gardner threw a blazing 50 yard touchdown pass to Kristian Tate early-on in the contest, and he displayed poise both inside and outside of the pocket throughout the game. His dynamic running ability and incredible speed were also on full display over the weekend, and there’s no question that Denzel Gardner Denzel Gardner 6'0" | 190 lbs | QB Dematha | 2025 State MD remains one of the best class of 2025 quarterbacks in the nation. In his next game this upcoming weekend against McNamara, my prediction is that he puts forth his most dominant effort of the season against the Mustangs @7PM Eastern time at home under the Friday night lights.
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2023 5’11 180 DB – Deandre Ricks Deandre Ricks 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Dematha | 2023 State MD – DeMatha
Deandre “Juice” Ricks secured his first interception of the season against Gonzaga. He picked off the Purple Eagles’ QB at mid-field, and he returned the ball all the way into the red-zone. Ricks’ performance was absolutely his best of the season, and his presence in the secondary makes DeMatha’s defense incredibly dynamic. Ricks has what it takes to play at the next level, and there’s zero doubt in my mind that his speed, work ethic, and intelligence will translate very well in the college game. “Juice” Ricks and the Stags take on Bishop McNamara this Friday @7PM Eastern, in another perfect opportunity to showcase his elite ability. Scouts everywhere must have their eyes on this game and Deandre Ricks Deandre Ricks 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Dematha | 2023 State MD .
2023 6’6 315 OL – Oluwa Tosin Babalade Tosin Babalade 6'6" | 310 lbs | OL DeMatha Catholic | 2023 State MD – DeMatha – South Carolina
Nobody led the way for the Stags more in this game than Senior offensive lineman Tosin Babalade Tosin Babalade 6'6" | 310 lbs | OL DeMatha Catholic | 2023 State MD . The University of South Carolina commit opened huge holes for DeMatha’s rushing attack, and he was ironclad against a very solid Gonzaga Purple Eagles defense. There’s nothing more important in football than protecting your quarterback, and Tosin Babalade Tosin Babalade 6'6" | 310 lbs | OL DeMatha Catholic | 2023 State MD also did just that against Gonzaga. Gamecock nation should be ecstatic about Babalade’s commitment, because in the SEC there’s nothing more important than a stout offensive line. Oluwa Tosin Babalade Tosin Babalade 6'6" | 310 lbs | OL DeMatha Catholic | 2023 State MD will do great things at USC, and you can watch him play next this upcoming Friday @7PM Eastern at home against Bishop McNamara.
2023 6’1 185 DB – Dante Lovett Dante Lovett 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB DeMatha | 2023 State MD – DeMatha – Virginia Tech
Dante Lovett Dante Lovett 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB DeMatha | 2023 State MD continues to prove that he’s one of the elite defensive backs in the area, and he did just that against Gonzaga when he hauled in yet another interception. He has three interceptions in only six games so far this season, and, in my opinion, his three star rating is too low. There’s absolutely no reason that he shouldn’t have been given four or five stars, and I believe he deserved to be ranked higher than a three star recruit. Virginia Tech signed an incredible player in Dante Lovett Dante Lovett 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB DeMatha | 2023 State MD , and I wouldn’t be surprised to see him become one of the leaders of the Hokies’ defensive secondary in only a few years. ACC offenses better be on notice when they come into Blacksburg next year, because, especially with the addition of Dante Lovett Dante Lovett 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB DeMatha | 2023 State MD , their defense is going to be elite. Tune in this Friday to watch DeMatha take on McNamara, and you’ll see Lovett dominate his matchups yet again.