2024 Team Preview: Bingham Miners

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bingham Miners are part of the 6A class in the state of Utah. The team went 6-6 finishing 2nd in their region. Coach Josh Jones will have a competitive team coming back that is filled with potential prospects on their roster. Check out who to watch out for this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Tough Losses to Graduation:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Offense: </strong>Carson Sudbury (HB), Carson Stettler (WR) and Hunter Mehn (WR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Defense:</strong> Bode Peterson (DB), Tyson McBride (OLB) and Brooks Hofhine (LB).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Top Prospects to Watch:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='872775' first='Will' last='Van Cott'] - The 6'4 EDGE prospect is starting to generate buzz getting offers from programs like Navy and Idaho State. He'll return as the Miner's top pass rusher from last season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='698243' first='Jaice' last='Tupea'] /[player_tooltip player_id='717882' first='Ami' last='Moala'] - Both prospects along the defensive interior are both disruptive in the trenches. Both of their skills should complement each other against some tough offensive lines in the Region 2 and 6A class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='698403' first='Charger' last='Doty'] - The Washington State commit will showcase his ball hawking abilities to help the Miners create turnovers in the secondary.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Hidden Gems:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='698477' first='Nick' last='Hallock'] - The 6'4 offensive linemen ranks among the top prospects in his 2025 class. He'll go against some tough EDGE prospects in the Region 2 and 6A class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1294989' first='Suliasi' last='Pepa'] - This 6'0 defensive interior prospect has a wide frame that allows him to be a stout defender along the trenches. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1291982' first='Opeti' last='Maka'] - The 6'2 offensive line prospect has been consistent the past two seasons. He comes to showcase his skills that will help contribute to a talented Miner's offensive line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Prospects Ready to Break Out:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='717909' first='Teki' last='Finau'] - The 6'2 running back will get to showcase his running skills behind a productive Miner's offensive line. Also has hands to contribute in the passing game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sina Afemui - Afemui put up some impressive numbers last season for a 6'1 linebacker. His ability to find ball carriers in the run game will be showcased behind a talented defensive front. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Underclassmen to Watch:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1677051' first='Ayden' last='Dunn'] - QB play should be the difference maker in this Miner's offense. Dunn is 6'2 athletic prospect that will look to fit that role to help the Miners offense stay balanced. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->