4A SPSL’s Top Returning Underclassmen (OFFENSE)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Here we break down the top athletes returning next season in the 4A SPSL and what they bring to the table. Have a look as the conference is loaded with talent..  </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>*No Particular Order</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><br></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OFFENSE </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='206282' first='Matthew' last='Spurbeck'] 5-10 185 Jr. RB Sumner- The MVP of a very talented conference. Spurbeck doesn't necessarily project as a high level D1 guy, but he's typically the best player on the field.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='158338' first='Rocco' last='Koch'] 6-2 195 Jr. QB Curtis- One of the state's breakout underclassmen. Koch was named the Co-Offensive POY, accounting for 30 TDs (21 passing, 9 rushing) and 2600 yards.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='115343' first='Jake' last='Schakel'] 6-1 195 Jr. QB Emerald Ridge- Schakel has played lights out all season, racking up Co-Offensive Player of the Year honors. His 73% completion percentage and 35 TDs/9 INTs speak to his success. He has multiple D1 offers and will likely add to the list soon.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Drew Carlson</strong> 6-1 175 Jr. WR Olympia- As most know Carlson is an unreal overall athlete. On the year he caught 88 balls, for 1,010 yards and 7 touchdowns, earning 1^st team all-league honors over multiple receivers with D1 offers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='158342' first='Gio' last='Kafentzis'] 5-10 175 Jr. WR Emerald Ridge- Kafentzis went for 100+ yards in 5 of his first 7 games, finishing with over 1000 yards and 11 TDs. He is one of the most exciting players in the state in space.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='115340' first='Jabez' last='Woods'] 5-11 180 Jr. WR Graham-Kapowsin- Expect big things in the coming months with Woods being a primary reason for GK's late season success. He earned 1^st&nbsp;team all league honors, adding 62 receptions for 852 yards and 10 TDs. He's got some of that "It" factor.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='115347' first='Gregory' last='Sikorski'] 6-5 300 Jr. OL Sumner- Definitely can't say enough good things about Dylan Sikorski. As noted, he earned 1^st team all league honors on both sides of the football, dominating with his size and strength. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='158402' first='Daveon' last='Superales'] 6-0 170 Jr. QB Graham-Kapowsin- This kid had a phenomenal season. The fact he was a 2^nd team all league QB tells you how talented the quarterbacks are within the conference. Superales hit on 70% of his passes with 21 TDs &amp; 4 INTs. He also averaged 5.6 yards per carry rushing with 4 TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Xavier Ahrens </strong>6-2 190 So. WR Curtis- Ahrens probably should have been a 1^st team selection, just like on D, but he is only a sophomore. Curtis has some of the top young talent in the state returning and will have a chance to make a run. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='115330' first='Malachi' last='Durant'] 6-2 160 Jr. WR Puyallup- One of the top receivers on the west coast for the 2024 class. Durant had 37 receptions for 563 yards and 7 TDs, averaging 15.2 yards per catch. He will be a POY candidate next season after earning 2^nd&nbsp;team all league honors in 2022.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='158405' first='Tony' last='Harste'] 5-11 160 Jr. Slot Emerald Ridge- I would expect a lot of activity on the recruiting front for Harste over the off season. The talented slot receiver had an outstanding season, catching 72 passes for 1,049 yards and 12 TDs. The 2^nd&nbsp;team all league honors don't do him justice.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Parker Mady </strong>5-11 165 So. ATH Curtis- One of Washington's top Sophomore's. Mady earned 2^nd team all conference accolades and could thrive with teams having to account for fellow top 25's Xavier Ahrens and Jayden Rice-Claiborne as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='338832' first='Nick' last='Keown'] 6-3 245 Jr. OL Curtis- It's rare for any lineman to be a 3 year all conference guy. Keown will accomplish that feat, as a 2x 2^nd team all SPSL lineman already. He has good size and will be key, for what should be a very talented Curtis team next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1108607' first='Ryan' last='Murphy'] </strong>6-1 245 Jr. OL Emerald Ridge- Murphy had a nice season, earning 2^nd team all league honors for a (10-3) Emerald Ridge team, who is one of the fastest rising programs in the NW. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jaymar Tasi</strong> 6-2 290 So. OL Bethel- Tasi earned 2^nd team all league honors on O as a sophomore, but may project defensively at the next level. Regardless he is one of the top lineman in Washington for the 2025 class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='348141' first='Khristian' last='Norris'] 6-2 175 So. WR Graham-Kapowsin- Most are already aware with Norris being offered by Pitt as a freshman. He was consistent all year, catching 46 passes for 556 yards and 3 TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jalen Franks</strong> 6-1 235 So. OL Rogers- It can be extremely tough to get recognized when you are a sophomore and play for an (0-10) team. Franks did just that, earning honorable mention all conference accolades. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->