2024 ‘All-America’ Team
Top 25 Scholar Athletes
#1 Dylan Marquess
Thompson (AL)
Dylan is a dedicated student and athlete, currently serving as Class Vice President and Vice President of Leadership for DECA. A proud member of the wrestling team, he is a state champion in wrestling, football, and DECA. Involved in several honor societies and clubs, he excels as a dual enrollment and AP student, balancing academics and athletics with a commitment to leadership and community engagement. He is passionate about making a difference, he continually seeks to inspire peers and give back to his school and community.
#2 Alex Klun
Sun Prairie East (WI)
Alex is a prime example of what it means to be a student athlete. He is a leader not only on the field, but also in the classroom, where he holds a 3.93 GPA. Alex always strives to be the best version of himself in all that he does, whether that be playing football or in his other extracurricular activities. He has had a tremendous impact on Sun Prairie East High School and is a hard worker with a very bright future ahead. Alex is undecided on where he will be attending, but plans to continue his athletic and academic career in college.
#3 Tyler Duong
Cathedral Catholic (CA)
Tyler has achieved a remarkable 4.2 GPA while not only being a student athlete but also captain of the National Honor Society and a Student Ambassador for Cathedral Catholic. In addition to his leadership roles, Tyler is a standout player on the varsity football team, playing a crucial role in driving the Don’s offense.
#4 Cooper Henderson
Lancaster (NY)
Cooper has been playing Varsity for three years, He is a member of the Math Honors Society Club and the National Honors society club. Cooper also carries a 4.0 GPA and plans to attend University of buffalo to study Mechanical Engineering
#5 Nicholas Lococo
Trinity (KY)
Nick is a four year varsity football letterman who has also earned multiple varsity Track and Wrestling letters while at Trinity High School. Nick has earned multiple “Shamrock Awards” for academic excellence and was awarded Academic All-State honors for the 23-24 school year. He is a member of the National Honors Society, BETA Club, FCA and Yearbook Staff. Nick plans to further his academic and athletic career at Washington University in St. Louis.
#6 Cole Garvin
Lafayette (MS)
Cole is a member of the Football and Archery teams as well as the National Honor Society, maintaining an outstanding 4.48 GPA. Cole is also a member of the Quiz Bowl Team, FCA, Math Club, and spends time in the community by volunteering at the Food Pantry and working with children as part of Operation Fit Nation. He plans to attend the University of Alabama-Huntsville where he plans to double major in Computer Engineering and Cyber Security.
#7 Zachary Petersen
Wauwatosa West (WI)
Zach is a four-year member of the football team, three-year member of the tennis team, and a member of Tosa West National Honor Society. Even as a dual-sport athlete, he finds time to excel inside the classroom, earning an impressive GPA while taking numerous AP classes.
#8 Krish Vakharia
Sachem-East (NY)
Krish excels on the field and in the classroom. He is a true team player, a person who other teammates can always count on. Whether it’s playing any position on the offensive or defensive line, or playing on the scout team, he is always ready to help out the team. He is a true program athlete who has been integral to the team’s success the past two years. After high school he plans to attend Johns Hopkins University.
#9 Brayden Devaul
Gonzaga (DC)
Brayden is an exemplary leader both inside the classroom and on the field at Gonzaga College High School. He has challenged himself in the classroom tremendously, enrolling in 5 AP classes over the past two years, including AP U.S. History, AP Psychology, AP Precalculus, AP Art, and AP Literature. Brayden has achieved 1st Honors in every semester at Gonzaga, and is an active member of our Onyx Club, Poets and Writers Club, while also participating in Football and Track and Field. Brayden’s accomplishments at Gonzaga are noteworthy and he has set a tremendous example for all our players in the football program. He is undecided on where he will attend college, but hopes to continue his athletic and academic career at the next level.
#10 Adam Bailey
Joliet Catholic (CA)
Adam is a distinguished scholar-athlete, actively contributing to both his academic and athletic communities. His achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Heritage Award, Franciscan-Carmelite Top Scorer Scholarship, and Kazma Family Scholarship. In addition to his academic accolades, Adam serves as the Treasurer of the Key Club and is an active participant in Student Ambassadors, Peer Mentoring, and Habitat for Humanity. Adam’s future aspirations include studying Sports Physical Therapy in college, where he plans to combine his love for sports with his desire to help others achieve their physical best.
#11 Evan Allen
Trinity (KY)
#12 JT Allen
Bryant (AR)
JT is a model student both in the classroom and on the football field. He has maintained an impressive 4.28 GPA during his academic career, ranking 4th out of 764 students, while participating in numerous extra-curricular activities such as lettering on the Football and Baseball team and is an active member of the Bryant Baseball Association. After graduating, JT plans to continue his academic and athletic career in college.
#13 Carter Bankes
Green Bay West (WI)
Carter is an IB Diploma program candidate and is taking the most rigorous course of study at West High School. He is a 3-year starter on the Varsity football team and was named all-conference honorable mention. Carter is a great example of a scholar athlete because he has challenged himself academically and cemented himself as a vital piece of West’s football team.
#14 Dylan Preaster
Valdosta (GA)
Dylan was named a Georgia Merit Scholar for his 11th-grade year in recognition of being in the top 10% of his class. He continues to excel academically, maintaining his position in the top 10%. Dylan plans to attend a four-year college to pursue a career in pharmacy, with his top choice being the University of Georgia (UGA). If not UGA, his next choice is Valdosta State University (VSU).
#15 Gage Blauwet
West Lyon (IA)
Gage is a model student both in the classroom and on the gridiron. Gage has maintained an impressive GPA during his academic career while participating in numerous extra-curricular activities such as National Honor Society, football, wrestling, golf, and baseball. As an established receiver and safety on the varsity squad, Gage is an invaluable teammate.
#16 Joseph Fowlkes
Ellison (TX)
Joseph Fowlkes is a true standout individual on the field. In addition to fulfilling his duties on the gridiron, he also excels in track and field as a sprinter in the 200m, 400m, and relay events. He’s an active member of the FFA, and serves as Sergeant of Arms in the Killeen Alumni Kappa League. Known for his community involvement, Joseph mentors youth, participates in food drives, and gives back through several other initiatives. In his free time, he enjoys breeding rabbits, showcasing his diverse interests and commitment to excellence both on and off the field. Although Joseph’s future is undecided, he intends to continue his career through Pre-veterinary-science programs.
#17 Jack Bonnet
Freedom (WI)
Jack is a two-year state qualifier in track and field and has now been on the football team for 2 years. He works extremely hard and always pushes to be the best he can be. He is a leader within our school and is looked up to by many students. Jack is also one of the fastest on the team and a great asset to his football program!
#18 Benjamin Matthews
Odessa (TX)
Benjamin is a person that will do his best at everything that he does. He is an outstanding individual. He represents everything that it means to be a Broncho at Odessa. He is a great young man who is going to do amazing things moving forward.
#19 Jonah Sadowski
Highland Park (MN)
Jonah is a full IB diploma candidate, and serves as the president of the National Honor Society. As a captain of the football team and a player for the Highland Park baseball team, he exemplifies leadership both on and off the field. Additionally, Jonah is the founder of Soul Socks, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality socks to the displaced population in the St. Paul and Minneapolis areas. This fall, Jonah plans to apply to Stanford University and UCLA to continue his academic journey.
#20 Micah McVay
Chisholm (OK)
Micah has tried to be involved in everything he can be a part of in high school. He has been a member of FCA, the Student Council, and the Honor Society since his freshman year. He is currently the vice president of the Honor Society. After high school, Micah plans to attend Oklahoma University to major in pre-med, with aspirations to become an orthopedic surgeon.
#21 Christopher Wells
Tuscola (NC)
Christopher plans to attend a four-year university to study Engineering. He is on a track to earn his AP Capstone diploma while maintaining an impressive 4.54 GPA. He is a multi-sport athlete that leads on the field and in the classroom. He is a huddle leader for FCA and enjoys participating in Math Club.
#22 Matt Elbert
Central Lyon (IA)
Matt excels on the field and in the classroom. He is a four-sport athlete at Central Lyon. He plays Football, Track, Basketball, and Baseball. Matt is involved in Future Farmers of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Chess Club, and the CAPS program at Central Lyon.
#23 Connor Steele
Sue Cleveland (NM)
Connor Steele is a junior at Cleveland High School and has maintained a 3.8 GPA. He is a member of the National Honors Society and plays football and baseball. Connor aspires to earn a degree in psychology after graduating high school. He is the son of Stewart and Laci Steele, the youngest of 8 children, and the most beloved uncle in the family. Connor is most known for his compassionate character, solid morals, and leadership abilities.
#24 Jack Rogerson
Burbank (CA)
Jack is a student-athlete who leads using his actions both on and off the field. He is coachable, leads by example in all that he does, and was voted as Captain for the upcoming senior night game. Along with football, Jack also competes in Track and Field in the high jump, long jump, and triple jump, where he won the Los Angeles Valley Regional High Jump Championship. After high school, Jack will attend a four-year university to pursue a degree in Political Science as he continues his academic and athletic career.
#25 Jack Kezhaya
Grosse Pointe North (MI)
Jack is a 3-year letter winner and 3-year starter on the Varsity Football team and is also a captain for the team. Last season, Jack was named to the 2nd Team All MAC GOLD as a junior. Jack is an impressive student athlete, maintaining a high GPA during his academic career and being involved in other extracurricular activities. Jack is a member of the “National Honors Society” volunteering in his school and community. After graduation, he aspires to pursue a career in medicine.