2025 WV Team Preview: Martinsburg Bulldogs

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% Off Your Subscription with Code PRZWV30 at Checkout!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Martinsburg Bulldogs will yet again be in the state championship mix after winning their 10th title in 2024. They'll look for #11 in 2025 with a mix of returning starters and role players ready to take the next step. We'll learn a lot about this version of the Bulldogs in the first two weeks of the season as they'll face New Jersey power Camden and a loaded Huntington team. If Matinsburg can win both of those games, it'll be difficult to see them not winning back-to-back titles. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2025 Schedule</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/29: Camden (NJ)<br>9/5: at Huntington<br>9/12: HD Woodson (DC)<br>9/19: at Hedgesville<br>9/26: vs Jefferson<br>10/3: at Musselman<br>10/10: vs Morgantown<br>10/17: vs Washington<br>10/24: vs Spring Mills<br>11/7: vs Hurricane</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 Record: </strong>13-1<br><strong>2025 Prediction:</strong> 9-1</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1138541"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a2584"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2026 DL [player_tooltip player_id='1138541' first='Frankie' last='Urias'] was a good addition to the Martinsburg program last season and made an immediate impact for the Bulldogs. He's a long and athletic DE/EDGE prospect who does a nice job of rushing the passer. Urias is quick off the line and plays with low bend, making it difficult for offensive tackles to block him 1-on-1. He's also disciplined in run defense, being patient to read option play, and defending his side of the field. Urias is deserving of D2 looks this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17702647/677062a9522a71c064e86d41' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f45416ee"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["895913"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a25ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Expect 2026 Martinsburg LB [player_tooltip player_id='895913' first='Terrell' last='Cofield'] to blow up this season both on the field and as a prospect. He's entering his senior season much bigger and stronger than in the past, and it's going to translate to success this year. Cofield will see time at running back, too, but projects as a middle linebacker at the next level with a great build for the position. He may put himself in the conversation of the top linebacker in the class with a big season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18105944/689ffc06f64b22739889a5fe' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f4541745"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1605272"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a2638"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Bulldogs are hoping for 2026 DB [player_tooltip player_id='1605272' first='Mason' last='Walley'] to stay healthy this season. He's one of the top defensive backs in the class when he is, and will be one of Martinsburg's top defenders this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Walley in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2026-summer-rankings-defensive-stock-risers/">2026 Rakings Stock Risers article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"2026 Martinsburg DB&nbsp;<strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1605272' first='Mason' last='Walley']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/mason-walley/"></a>&nbsp;got sidelined with an injury last season, but was on pace for a very good year for the state champions. A fully healthy senior season will allow him to climb higher in the rankings, which we anticipate him doing with a bump beforehand. He'd benefit from added size, which he'll do at the next level, but Walley has the athleticism and ability to garner D2 looks this fall at a program that will have a lot of eyes on them yet again."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16428027/679a3e206973609fd8e7f556' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f4541787"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1138212"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a2680"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A returning veteran along the offensive line for Martinsburg is 2026 OL [player_tooltip player_id='1138212' first='Kane' last='Whipp']. He's been a varsity player since his sophomore year at Musselman, and brings a lot of experience to a group that needs some this season. Whipp made strides as a player during his junior campaign, and we should see another step forward as a senior. Size may give D2 programs some pause, but Whipp has the talent to play at that level in our eyes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17696832/677c4f989775669f2ee65f16' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f45417c3"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1138227"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a26c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another veteran in the trenches for returning for his senior year for the Bulldogs is 2026 DL/OL [player_tooltip player_id='1138227' first='Jordan' last='Kovacs']. Size makes him a better defensive prospect than an offensive one, but Kovacs may need to be a starter on both sides as a senior. He got a lot of reps at both last season, so the role won't be new to him. If Kovacs has made progress physically since last year, expect him to see some D2 looks this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17849295/67395018ec2459427dc74543' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f45417fc"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1105421"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a270b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more underrated specialists in the 2026 class is Martinsburg kicker [player_tooltip player_id='1105421' first='Cody' last='Paige']. He split time with a senior last season, but should be the Bulldogs' full-time kicker this season. You can feel comfortable putting him out there for a field goal over 40 yards, and he'll be consistent on PATs. Paige also has quality leg strength for kickoffs that will result in touchbacks and is a threat to onside kick as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16822043/673366af6123e6ab09210bca' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f4541833"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1154974"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a274d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top athletes in the 2027 class will be suiting up for the Bulldogs again this season in ATH/WR [player_tooltip player_id='1154974' first='Boston' last='Todd']. He's a natural playmaker with a great feel for the game that will result in highlight-reel plays this year. Todd is effective in both the passing and running game and would be dangerous as a returner, too. D1 programs should be keeping a close eye on Todd this season, with the potential for him to earn offers from that level with another big year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">My Full Sophomore Season Highlights. Coaches, my DM is wide open! Great Ball Skills, Awareness, Speed, &amp; Natural Ability. <a href="https://t.co/x762vS5KcN">pic.twitter.com/x762vS5KcN</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1154974' first='Boston' last='Todd'] (@BostonTodd6) <a href="https://twitter.com/BostonTodd6/status/1876310100937515250?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["895900"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a27bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2027 ATH/QB [player_tooltip player_id='895900' first='Brian' last='Dick'] has waited his turn to become the Bulldogs' starter at quarterback, and the patience will pay off as a junior. He'll be a dual-threat behind center in a similar mold as former Martinsburg QB Murphy Clement. You'll need to account for Dick in the running game every play in RPOs or designated runs. Dick's arm talent shouldn't be overlooked either, as he'll have weapons to spread the ball around to as well. He'll be in line for some potential postseason accolades if he has the type of year we expect him to have. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18210969/66fd99f7de337b60b152ccc1' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f4541888"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1154709"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a2809"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another talented 2027 prospect in Martinsburg's program to know is DB [player_tooltip player_id='1154709' first='Ty' last='Ricketts']. He broke onto the scene as a sophomore last season and opened eyes as a young player. We didn't know what to expect from Ricketts as he was a quarterback in the past, but excelled as an OLB/S hybrid last year. He does a great job playing in space and is excellent in zone coverage at OLB. Ricketts can play head up in the slot as well and has great play recognition. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/21274169/6765efd5020a50150c4e07cb' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f45418c0"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1566054"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a3cfe1a2873"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Martinsburg has a top athlete in the 2028 class to utilize over the next three seasons in RB/ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1566054' first='Kevin' last='Myers']. He may emerge as the Bulldogs' starting running back this season, but will see a lot of touches even if he isn't. Myers is a future D1 prospect in our eyes and is a name to follow closely during his career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Myers in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2028-rankings-debut-the-top-10/">2028 Rankings Debut article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"2028 Martinsburg RB&nbsp;<strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1566054' first='Kevin' last='Myers']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/kevin-myers/"></a>&nbsp;could end up being the Bulldogs' starting running back this fall after showing a ton of upside as a freshman. The defending state champions are sure to have a bevy of athletes to hand the ball off to this season, but Myers has a very high ceiling as a prospect and will demand attention and touches. With his size, frame, and physical traits, Myers is another confident future D1 prospect with P4 potential if he continues to develop."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22890241/6764aba2f32ccbf8bcce213c' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a49f45418f6"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1139392' first='Michael' last='Dillard'] - 2026 RB/LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Gabe Burson - 2027 LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1155238' first='William' last='Burson'] - 2027 LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1625117' first='DeJuan' last='Woodson'] - 2028 DB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1624448' first='Kolby' last='Walker'] - 2028 DB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1314875' first='Ka'ila' last='Villa'] - 2028 ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1221849' first='Kason' last='Warden'] - 2028 ATH</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->