Pre Rankings Release: WASH Breakout Underclassmen "D"

Rankings will be updated in the coming weeks and here we take a look at a few of the underclassmen who could make a nice jump up the PRZ Rankings board. Athletes listed below typically won't be individuals already ranked at the top of the charts.          DEFENSE         [player_tooltip player_id='2065191' first='JayLinn' last='Haywood'] 27' DL/OL Kennedy Catholic   Look for Haywood to make a nice jump up the PRZ rankings board when updated. He was a two-way 1st team all-conference guy this past season, bringing legit size to the table at 6-3 295.    [player_tooltip player_id='985355' first='Amosa' last='Masaniai'] 28' S/ATH Emerald Ridge   Masaniai is already ranked among the top players in the state for his class, but his stock continues to rise recently being named a 1st team all SPSL DB as a sophomore. His 64 total tackles (40 solo) are just a glimpse of what he brings to the table, also adding 430 yards of offense and 3 TD's.    [player_tooltip player_id='1599604' first='Keelan' last='Thomas'] 27' DE O'Dea   He's undersized for the position but according to many he's one of the top D lineman in the NW. Thomas comes quick and hard off the edge and was a problem for opponents all year. He finished as a 1st team all conference selection.    [player_tooltip player_id='1691687' first='Colten' last='Nibler'] 27' DE Skyview   The 6-3 230 pound DE is one to make note of after an impressive 1st team all GSHL season for the Storm. Even with the team having a down year, Nibler stepped up as a junior and made his presence known.    [player_tooltip player_id='986529' first='Malakai' last='Leuelu'] 28' OLB Puyallup    The 5-11 240-pound DE/OLB has been a game changer for the Vikings. He will be an absolute tear within the state over the next few seasons, currently sitting with 32 tackles, 5.5 TFL's, and 3 sacks on the year.    [player_tooltip player_id='584705' first='Adonai' last='Ve'e'] 27' LB O'Dea   Already listed as one of the top players in the state Ve'e made the move from Kentwood and didn't miss a beat after making 90 tackles with 4 sacks last season. He was a 1st team all conference pick for the reigning state champs.    [player_tooltip player_id='1615869' first='Kael' last='Copeland'] 28' LB/RB Kennedy Catholic   Hands down one of the top sophomores in the state. Copeland had a breakout freshman season scoring 6 TD's while averaging 6.8 yards per carry with 46 tackles on D. He followed that up this year was a 2nd team all-conference season at LB.    [player_tooltip player_id='2065192' first='Peyton' last='Egan'] 27' S O'Dea   Egan was an all conference selection on both sides of the ball, earning 1st team honors from his Safety spot. He should be considered one of the top two-way athletes in Washington for his class.    [player_tooltip player_id='987105' first='Zion' last='Ulugalu'] 28' DL/OL Rainier Beach   Ulugalu is a straight up athlete, showing off his mobility on both sides of the line. The 6-1 270 pound big man is a two way threat, earning 2nd team all Metro honors on both sides of the ball as a sophomore.    [player_tooltip player_id='2065193' first='Chase' last='Gersack'] 27' CB Ballard   Gersack is a big physical corner who had a phenomenal season for Ballard, even with the team struggling in the Metro. He was a 2nd team all conference selection and could turn some heads if he gets out on the camp circuit.    [player_tooltip player_id='1341072' first='Yassen' last='Youssef'] 27' LB Tahoma   Youssef was a monster at the LB spot this past year, totaling 90 tackles (50 solo) with 3 TDs. He was recognized as one of the top defenders in the NPSL being named a 1st team all-conference selection.    [player_tooltip player_id='1368339' first='Nikko' last='Lecksiwilai'] 27' LB Kennedy Catholic   The 5-10 225-pound RB/LB put up outstanding numbers as a sophomore and followed that up nicely this past season at LB, grabbing 1st team all-league accolades. He packs a punch with his frame.    [player_tooltip player_id='1615830' first='Cooper' last='Cissne'] 28' DB Chiawana   Cissne's not a social media guy but he can play some ball. He was an all conference pick as a freshman and followed that up nicely with a 1st team all MCC selection at DB and 2nd team as a return man.    [player_tooltip player_id='2065194' first='Ray' last='Clark III'] 27' DB/ATH O'Dea   Speaking of dual threat athletes, Clark racked up 2nd team all conference honors at WR & CB and is also a solid hooper. He will play a key role next year offensively with the graduation of D1 WR [player_tooltip player_id='1582212' first='Giulio' last='Banchero'].    [player_tooltip player_id='2065195' first='Elijah' last='Tinitali'] 27' LB Mount Tahoma   Everyone is aware of Shan and [player_tooltip player_id='1671389' first='Teaven' last='Jones'] and what they have done for a Mount Tahoma team that will play in the state semifinals this week. Tinitali is another key member of a dominant defense, totaling 65 tackles with 4 TFL's on the year.    [player_tooltip player_id='987638' first='Akio' last='Yonesaka'] 28' WLB Lake Stevens   The sophomore has stepped up big for one of the top teams in the region, making 48 tackles with 9 TFL's and 2 sacks on the year. Yonesaka is undersized but an absolute beast for an athlete who is still so young.    [player_tooltip player_id='1743630' first='Stockton' last='Parrish'] 28' DB Southridge   Look for Parrish to make a nice jump up the rankings board after an outstanding sophomore season. On the year he made 56 tackles with 3 INTs to go with 2 TDs for the Suns.   [player_tooltip player_id='1807588' first='Kyran' last='Sessoms'] 28' OLB Lakes   We've talked about the big OLB before, having a breakout year for a good Lakes team. On the season he totaled 28 tackles, 10 TFL's, and 5 sacks. He is a legit prospect with good size and speed coming off the edge.    [player_tooltip player_id='996485' first='Quentin' last='Hodge'] 28' CB Mount Tahoma   What's exciting for Mount Tahoma is how many young and talented guys they have returning next season. Hodge has 3 INT's with 2 pick 6's, while also adding 318 all purpose yards offensively. The kid can play.    [player_tooltip player_id='2065196' first='Cole' last='Hultgrenn'] 27' DL/OL Chiawana   Hultgrenn made a name for himself opposite his teammate and MCC POY [player_tooltip player_id='1589347' first='Brady' last='Knowlton']. The 6-2 230 pound lineman earned 2nd team all conference honors on both sides of the football for a tradition rich Chiawana program.    [player_tooltip player_id='2065197' first='Nino' last='Moksivong'] 27' CB O'Dea   The basketball standout showed off his overall athleticism earning 1st team all Metro honors at corner. Moksivong isn't necessarily a football first kid but he could be.