Feels like the Fairfax Lions are finding their groove on offense right in time for conference play. Star running back Harry Maltese Harry Maltese 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Fairfax | 2026 State VA had a nice night in their back to back win over Chantilly. The north/south runner had a back breaker score against the Chargers to get them back to .500. Maltese and the Lions seem to be peaking at the appropriate time, look out for Fairfax.

One of the Patriot districts top running backs and now wrestling State champ Harry Maltese Harry Maltese 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Fairfax | 2026 State VA is a stud. Loved watching him carry the rock last fall, he is a speedy and powerful north/south runner. Real old school back that can run over you on a moments notice, Maltese had multiple games well over the 100 yard rushing mark. He is also a good linebacker and I would not be suprised if he is in the middle this fall anchoring the defense.

Two sport sensation for the Fairfax Lions Harry Maltese Harry Maltese 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Fairfax | 2026 State VA picked up his first offer from Carnegie Melon just yesterday! I have been high the Lions workhorse back for a minute thrilled to see schools at the next level are started to figure out how good he really is. Amongst the conference leaders in rushing yards last fall, Maltese is a north/south type of back. He knows how to use his shoulder pads and he is tough to bring down with

Now a state champion in wrestling, Fairfax’s Harry Maltese Harry Maltese 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Fairfax | 2026 State VA will have a chance next year to lead the conference in rushing yards. A great north/south type of back Maltese stepped up last season when the injury bug hit the Lions unexpectedly. Maltese was one of the top backs in Northern Virginia and will be a part of a Fairfax squad that his high expectations in 2025.

Maltese is an old school ground and pound running back that could be really useful in the wind and possibly rain tomorrow. The junior has had somewhat of a breakout campaign due to injuries in the Lions backfield and has gone over the century mark in numerous contests. You can imagine if Fairfax gets out to a lead they will be counting on Maltese churning out the clock.

Harry Maltese Harry Maltese 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Fairfax | 2026 State VA has been everything as the lead back for Fairfax offense, one of the leaders in rushing yards so far, he is playing excellent football. A bruiser back with good speed, coming into the year Maltese was a top ranked linebacker but has stepped up for the Lions offense. In both wins he lead the way with well over 100 yards on the ground and a number of scores. The junior has stepped up when his team has needed him now more than ever.

Junior running back Harry Maltese Harry Maltese 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Fairfax | 2026 State VA carried Fairfax’s offense nearly by himself in their victory over Wakefield yesterday. Rushing for four touchdowns he is a bruiser back who should be a nice combo when recent transfer Ethan Lynch Ethan Lynch 5'6" | 174 lbs | RB Saint James Academy | 2026 State VA is ready to go. A wrestling star for the Lions, Maltese was a baller last year for Coach Taylor’s squad too. If yesterday’s performance was any indication, he will be a major focal point of the offense.

Harry Maltese Harry Maltese 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Fairfax | 2026 State VA is part of a really strong 2026 group for Coach Taylor, one that Coach was really high during our interview. At linebacker Maltese has started the better part of the last two years, currently he ranks 40th overall at his position. He is a stud at 5’11 and 215 lbs. tough to block this dude in the open field without him making you look silly.

Poised for a bigger role on offense, he runs the ball well and with authority, similar to how Kristopher Jones did last fall.