St. John’s Dominates at Home
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The St. John’s Cadets’ defense accounted for more than half of the team’s points over the weekend, and, overall, the team dropped 40 total points on Mission Viejo. Let’s look at the top performances from STJ’s impressive victory against a…
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Continue ReadingThe St. John’s Cadets’ defense accounted for more than half of the team’s points over the weekend, and, overall, the team dropped 40 total points on Mission Viejo. Let’s look at the top performances from STJ’s impressive victory against a very solid team from CA.
2024 6’1 190 LB – Shamar Mcintosh Shamar Mcintosh 6'1" | 190 lbs | DB St. Johns | 2024 State MD – St. John’s
It’s very rare for a defensive player to win my Player of the Game award unanimously, however, Shamar Mcintosh Shamar Mcintosh 6'1" | 190 lbs | DB St. Johns | 2024 State MD did just that when he absolutely took over this game for the Cadets. He played so incredibly well from start to finish, and his amazing statistics truly speak for themselves. McIntosh secured an early fumble recovery which he ran back to the end zone, and he then proceeded to haul-in an interception which quickly turned into a pick 6 touchdown. It’s certainly worth immense recognition anytime a defensive player produces a multi-touchdown game, and Shamar Mcintosh Shamar Mcintosh 6'1" | 190 lbs | DB St. Johns | 2024 State MD managed to do so with both a fumble recovery and an interception. If these turnovers don’t show scouts McIntosh’s defensive versatility, then I am not sure that anything ever will! Shamar Mcintosh Shamar Mcintosh 6'1" | 190 lbs | DB St. Johns | 2024 State MD is clearly a game changer for any program, and his recruitment remains 100% open!
2024 5’11 190 RB – Da’juan Riggs Da’juan Riggs 5'11" | 190 lbs | RB St. Johns | 2024 State MD – St. John’s – Oregon
Oregon Ducks commit Da’juan Riggs Da’juan Riggs 5'11" | 190 lbs | RB St. Johns | 2024 State MD is most certainly the heart and soul of this St. John’s team, and he continues to prove it week after week with his dominant rushing performances. Saturday’s game against Mission Viejo was no different, in fact, he ran for a superb 127 total yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries. The cadets established the run very early-on in this contest, and it’s clear that Riggs was an integral part of the backfield’s 250 yard performance. We can continue to expect at least 100 yards rushing and a touchdown from Da’juan Riggs Da’juan Riggs 5'11" | 190 lbs | RB St. Johns | 2024 State MD every week. All of Eugene, OR must know the name Da’juan Riggs Da’juan Riggs 5'11" | 190 lbs | RB St. Johns | 2024 State MD , because, if they don’t already, they will know it very soon regardless!
2024 5’11 175 DB – Rob Steward – St. John’s
Senior defensive back Rob Steward made one of the plays of the game for the Cadets against Mission Viejo. Steward made a fantastic play on the ball to secure the interception, and he then ran it back 75 yards to the end zone for the Cadets’ second pick six of the day. He demonstrated incredible effort on the interception return, and it was clear from the beginning that he was not going to be tackled before reaching the end zone. Rob Steward is most definitely one of the most coveted uncommitted prospects from St. Johns’ defensive secondary, and his recruitment must be treated as such! He’s a very special athlete, and he possesses a ton of next level potential.
2026 5’10 200 RB – Breyon Williams Breyon Williams 5'10" | 200 lbs | ATH St. Johns | 2026 State MD – St. John’s
Sophomore running back Breyon Williams Breyon Williams 5'10" | 200 lbs | ATH St. Johns | 2026 State MD tallied the second most carries for St. John’s against Mission Viejo. With 7 rush attempts and 61 yards rushing, Williams averaged more than 8 yards per carry, and he completely dominated at the line of scrimmage. Williams’ power running ability was on full display during this blowout victory, and, as an underclassman, it’s incredible that he’s able to run the ball so effectively. Breyon Williams Breyon Williams 5'10" | 200 lbs | ATH St. Johns | 2026 State MD currently has a handful of D1 offers from programs such as Maryland, Boston College, UNCC, Toledo, USF, and more, but there’s no question that the power five conference offers will continue to roll in if he continues playing at this elite level! He’s absolutely one of the top overall players from the class of 2026.
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2024 6’1 210 LB – Alex Provencher – St. John’s
At the linebacker position, Alex Provencher brings a lot of energy to the St. John’s defense. The 6’1 Senior plays with no fear, and that fact is extremely evident when you watch his highlight web gem interception video below. Provencher is an extremely hard worker during the offseason, and his hard work is now paying off on the biggest stage! He has offers from Bucknell, UNCC, and Alabama A&M. Alex Provencher possesses a next level work ethic, and he has shown me more than enough on the football field to prove that he belongs in the collegiate game!