4A SPSL’s Top Returning Underclassmen (OFFENSE)
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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.. *No Particular Order OFFENSE Matthew Spurbeck Matthew Spurbeck 5'10"…
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*No Particular Order
OFFENSE
Matthew Spurbeck Matthew Spurbeck 5'10" | 185 lbs | ATH Sumner | 2024 State WA 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.
Rocco Koch Rocco Koch 6'2" | 185 lbs | ATH Curtis | 2024 State WA 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.
Jake Schakel Jake Schakel 6'1" | 195 lbs | QB Emerald Ridge | 2024 State WA 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.
Drew Carlson 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 1st team all-league honors over multiple receivers with D1 offers.
Gio Kafentzis Gio Kafentzis 5'8" | 180 lbs | WR Emerald Ridge | 2024 State WA 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.
Jabez Woods Jabez Woods 5'11" | 195 lbs | WR Graham-Kapowsin | 2024 State WA 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 1st team all league honors, adding 62 receptions for 852 yards and 10 TDs. He’s got some of that “It” factor.
Gregory Sikorski Gregory Sikorski 6'5" | 300 lbs | OL Sumner | 2024 State WA 6-5 300 Jr. OL Sumner- Definitely can’t say enough good things about Dylan Sikorski. As noted, he earned 1st team all league honors on both sides of the football, dominating with his size and strength.
Daveon Superales Daveon Superales 5'11" | 175 lbs | QB Graham-Kapowsin | 2024 State WA 6-0 170 Jr. QB Graham-Kapowsin- This kid had a phenomenal season. The fact he was a 2nd team all league QB tells you how talented the quarterbacks are within the conference. Superales hit on 70% of his passes with 21 TDs & 4 INTs. He also averaged 5.6 yards per carry rushing with 4 TDs.
Xavier Ahrens 6-2 190 So. WR Curtis- Ahrens probably should have been a 1st 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.
Malachi Durant Malachi Durant 6'2" | 160 lbs | ATH Graham-Kapowsin | 2024 State WA 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 2nd team all league honors in 2022.
Tony Harste Tony Harste 6'0" | 170 lbs | WR Emerald Ridge | 2024 State WA 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 2nd team all league honors don’t do him justice.
Parker Mady 5-11 165 So. ATH Curtis- One of Washington’s top Sophomore’s. Mady earned 2nd 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.
Nick Keown Nick Keown 6'2" | 230 lbs | OL Curtis | 2024 State WA 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 2nd team all SPSL lineman already. He has good size and will be key, for what should be a very talented Curtis team next season.
Ryan Murphy Ryan Murphy 6'2" | 265 lbs | OL Emerald Ridge | 2024 State WA 6-1 245 Jr. OL Emerald Ridge- Murphy had a nice season, earning 2nd team all league honors for a (10-3) Emerald Ridge team, who is one of the fastest rising programs in the NW.
Jaymar Tasi 6-2 290 So. OL Bethel- Tasi earned 2nd 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.
Khristian Norris Khristian Norris 6'2" | 190 lbs | WR Graham-Kapowsin | 2025 State WA 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.
Jalen Franks 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.