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Saturday, February 29, 2020

Player News - Malik Johnson Introduced as latest Golden Ram

Malik Johnson (Academy Park) has been introduced as the latest Golden Ram. Although only 5'9, 175lb, he was a key cog on both sides of the ball as the Knights advanced to the District 1 Class 5A championship game. In that contest, Johnson caught a touchdown pass to draw Academy Park to one point with 16 seconds left, but the team's two-point conversion failed.

- 2019 Second Team All-Delco (defense)
- 2019 First Team All-Del-Val (defense)
- 2019 Second Team All-Del-Val (offense)



PA Prep Live - Academy Park comes up a yard short in bid for fourth District 1 title
PA Prep Live - In game unlike any other, Johnson comes up big for Academy Park
PA Prep Live - Academy Park’s Johnson lets his play do the talking in win over Chichester

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Thursday, February 27, 2020

Player News - Dai-Jahn Dukes Staying in Purple and Gold

Dai-Jahn Dukes (Upper Moreland) is joining the Golden Rams. The four-year starter for the Bears, he played offensive line, tight end and running back on offense and linebacker on defense. The 6-0, 195lb team captain projects to be a safety at West Chester. Upper Moreland advanced to the District 1 Class 4A championship game this past season.

- 2019 Honorable Mention Class 4A All-EasternPAFootball.com
- 2019 First Team Suburban One American Conference
- 2018 First Team Suburban One American Conference
- 2017 Honorable Mention Suburban One American Conference



The Intelligencer - Upper Moreland’s Dai-Jahn Dukes leads to the end
The Intelligencer - Dai-Jahn Dukes banking on memorable senior season at Upper Moreland

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Sunday, February 16, 2020

Player News - Elizjah Lewis is Member of Recruiting Class

Elizjah Lewis (Hodgson Vo-Tech) was listed among the members of West Chester's latest recruiting class. The 6-1, 190lb receiver nabbed a touchdown pass in the Delaware Division I state championship game which capped an undefeated season for the Silver Eagles. While Lewis only had 32 catches on the season, they totaled over 900 yards and almost one-third of them resulted in touchdowns.

- 2019 First Team All-State
- 2019 First Team Blue Hen Conference Flight A

Delaware State News - Hodgson erupts for first Division I football state title 54-31 over Middletown

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Saturday, February 15, 2020

Player News - Chasen Wint Introduced as latest Golden Ram

Chasen Wint (Haverford) has been introduced as the latest Golden Ram. The 6'0, 200lb team captain played both running back and defensive line for the Fords. Despite being the 12 seed, Haverford advanced to the District 1 Class 6A semi-finals, upsetting both Spring-Ford and Downingtown East along the way.

- 2019 Second Team All-Delco (defense)
- 2019 Second Team Central League (offense)
- 2019 Honorable Mention Central League (defense)



Delco Times - Haverford's 'perfect guys' shut down Strath Haven
PA Prep Live - Wint, Haverford cuts loose and celebrates win over Penncrest

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Saturday, February 8, 2020

Player News - Terrence Gainer Joins the Golden Rams

Terrence Gainer (Downingtown West) has stated that he's coming to West Chester to continue his academic and athletic careers. The 5'10, 165lb defensive back played a key role in the Whippets advancing to the PIAA Class 6A semi-finals this past season. A member of the PIAA Class 3A third place 4x100 meter relay team last spring, the speedster selected West Chester over King's.


PA Prep Live - Downingtown West’s Gainer twins bring toughness to a tested secondary

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Player News - Marcus Gainer Remains in Chester County

Marcus Gainer (Downingtown West) has communicated that he's continuing his academic and athletic careers at West Chester University. The 5'11, 165lb defensive back played a key role in the Whippets advancing to the PIAA Class 6A semi-finals this past season. Also a sprinter for the Downingtown West track team, Gainer selected West Chester over King's.

- 2019 Honorable Mention All-Ches-Mont National Division


PA Prep Live - Downingtown West’s Gainer twins bring toughness to a tested secondary

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Player News - Desman Johnson Jr Coming to West Chester

Desman Johnson Jr (Penn Wood) has been introduced as one of the newest Golden Rams. The 6-2, 250lb quarterback threw for over 7,500 yards and accounted for over 100 touchdowns in his high school career. He led Penn Wood to three Del Val titles and two District 1 Class 5A playoff appearances. Johnson selected West Chester over Alvernia.

- 2019 Honorable Mention Class 5A All-EasternPAFootball.com
- 2019 First Team All-Delco
- 2019 First Team All-Delaware Valley League
- 2018 First Team Coach's Select Class 5A All-State
- 2018 First Team PA Football Writers Class 5A All-State
- 2018 First Team Class 5A All-EasternPAFootball.com
- 2018 Third Team All-Southeastern PA
- 2018 First Team All-Delco
- 2018 First Team All-Delaware Valley League


Delaware County Daily Times - Penn Wood passing hero Johnson signs on at West Chester
PA Prep Live - Penn Wood’s Johnson sets county passing mark in win over Interboro
Delaware County Daily Times - Penn Wood's Johnson preparing for leadership role
easternpafootball.com - Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 48: Desman Johnson Jr
inquirer - Penn Wood claims Del-Val League football title behind QB Desman Johnson’s rushing success
Football Stories - Penn Wood Wins Del-Val, No. 1 Seed in District 1 AAAAA Playoffs

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Player News - Oscar Uduma Becomes a Golden Ram

Oscar Uduma (Bonner-Prendergast) has tweeted commitment to West Chester University. At 6-1, 200lb, he played on the defensive line in high school, but projects to be a linebacker for the Golden Rams. The edge rusher led the Friars into the PIAA Class 4A playoffs this past season. His defensive prowess extends itself to the basketball court for the Friars as well.

- 2019 First Team Class 4A All-EasternPAFootball.com
- 2019 First Team All-Delco
- 2019 First Team All-Catholic Blue Division
- 2019 First Team Huck Palmer Philadelphia Catholic League All-Catholic
- 2019 First Team Huck Palmer Philadelphia Catholic League All-Catholic Blue Division


inquirer.com - Oscar Uduma, Malik Edwards power Bonner-Prendergast past Archbishop Ryan
Delaware County Daily Times - District 12 Class 4A Football: Bonner-Prendie seeking to prove all doubters wrong
PA Prep Live - Uduma, Bonner-Prendergast down Carroll, advance to district title game
inquirer.com - Bonner-Prendergast's Oscar Uduma finds niche on football field
Delaware County Daily Times - Lazer on target as Friars flatten Avon Grove

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Player News - Ben Marsico Commits to Golden Rams

Ben Marsico (Bishop McDevitt) has tweeted his intention to continue his football career with the Golden Rams. The 6-2, 185lb safety also played wide receiver for the Crusaders who advanced to the District 3 Class 4A semi-finals. Over his final two seasons, Marsico notched over 90 tackles and snared 10 interceptions including a pick-six in this past year's playoffs. He also plays basketball for the playoff bound Crusaders. He selected West Chester over Fairmont State, Seton Hill and Millersville.

- 2019 Second Team Mid-Penn Conference Keystone Division
- 2018 Honorable Mention PennLive All-Star
- 2018 Second Team Mid-Penn Conference Keystone Division


pennlive - Bishop McDevittʼs Ben Marsico plans to play his college ball close to home

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Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Alumni News - Sharp Eyes CFL

Golden Ram alumnus Matt Sharp recently participated in the Canadian Football League's combine in the United Kingdom. Now on the defensive side of the ball, the 6'6" Sharp played tight end in five games over his two seasons with the Golden Rams, snagging a nine-yard touchdown pass against Cheyney in his final season.

Matt Sharp had a TD catch against Cheyney (Photo R&R Photography)

American Football International - A British take on the CFL Global Combine in Great Britain
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Saturday, February 1, 2020

Player News - Bill Martelon Remains in Purple and Gold

Bill Martelon (Roman Catholic) has announced that he's continuing his academic and athletic careers at West Chester University. Although he played on both sides of the ball for the Cahillites, at 6-4, 280lb, he's expected to be on offense for the Golden Rams. He also has experience at long snapper. The team captain had also received interest from FCS schools Marist and LIU Post.


pafootballnews - Player Profiles Day 31: Bill Martelon
Philadelphia Sports Digest - PCL Red Division Preview – Built on Toughness

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Player News - Junior Duffault Tweets WCU Commitment

Junior Duffault (Muhlenberg) has issued his intention to continue his academic and athletic careers at West Chester University. The 6-1, 200lb wide receiver was one of the few bright spots for the Muhls which suffered an 0-10 season. Away from football, he participates on the Muhlenberg track and field team and excels at the high jump. Duffault chose West Chester over PSAC East rivals East Stroudsburg and Millersville.

- 2019 Second Team All Berks Football League
- 2019 First Team All Berks Football League Section 1


Reading Eagle - Muhlenberg can't slow down Blue Mountain in football

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Player News - Marc Macione Tweets Commitment

Marc Macione (Abington) has issued a verbal commitment to the Golden Rams. At 6-0, 230lb, the team captain played both linebacker and tight end for the Galloping Ghosts who qualified for the PIAA District One Class 6A playoffs. Macione was the recipient of the Mini Max Award for Abington which is based on academics, community service as well as football performance.

- 2019 First Team All-Intelligencer (Defense)
- 2019 First Team Suburban One National Conference (Defense)
- 2019 Second Team Suburban One National Conference (Offense)
- 2018 Second Team Suburban One National Conference (Defense)


suburbanonesports.com - Marc Macione
The Intelligencer - Abington is ready for a big step forward
papreplive - Ghosts look to get on right side of close games in 2019

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Player News - Trey Wells Becomes a Golden Ram

Trey Wells (Lancaster Catholic) has tweeted his commitment to WCU football. The 6-6, 270lb two-way lineman paced the Crusaders to the PIAA District 3 Class 3A semi-finals and a 10-2 record. Among his accolades, Wells was named the Lancaster-Lebanon League Section Three's Offensive Lineman of the Year.


- 2019 First Team Pennsylvania Football Writers Class 3A All-State (Offense)
- 2019 Second Team PAFootball News Class 3A All-State (Offense)
- 2019 First Team Class 3A All-EasternPAFootball.com (Offense)
- 2019 First Team Lancaster-Lebanon League Section Three (Offense)
- 2019 First Team Lancaster-Lebanon League Section Three (Defense)
- 2018 Second Team Lancaster-Lebanon League Section Three (Defense)


lancaster online - A pair of L-L League standouts earn PA Football Writers' Class 3A All-State honors

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Player News - Aiden Gair Picks West Chester

Aiden Gair (Loyalsock) has issued a verbal commitment to the Golden Rams. The 6-3, 210lb linebacker tallied over 100 tackles in his senior season for the Lancers who qualified for the PIAA Class 3A playoffs. He's also a prolific scorer for the currently undefeated Loyalsock basketball team. Gair selected West Chester over PSAC East rival Kutztown.

- 2019 First Team Pennsylvania Football Writers Class 3A All-State
- 2019 First Team PAFootball News Class 3A All-State
- 2019 First Team Class 3A All-EasternPAFootball.com
- 2019 First Team Pa Heartland Athletic Conference Division II
- 2018 Second Team Pa Heartland Athletic Conference Division II


Williamsport Sun-Gazette - Loyalsock’s Aiden Gair propels Lancers to win
Williamsport Sun-Gazette - Lancers defense came up big vs. Mounties

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Player News - Charley Mininger Issues Intent

Charley Mininger (Archbishop Wood) has tweeted a plans to continue his academic and athletic careers at West Chester University. The 6-3, 240lb two-way lineman and team captain was a key member of the Vikings Class 5A state champions that held its four playoff opponents to 14 points per game. Also an accomplished wrestler for Wood, he didn't participate in football or wrestling as a junior due to a knee injury. Mininger selected West Chester over PSAC East rivals Kutztown and Millersville.

- 2019 First Team Class 5A All-EasternPAFootball.com (Offense)
- 2019 Second Team All-Intelligencer (Defense)
- 2019 First Team Huck Palmer Philadelphia Catholic League All-Catholic (Offense)
- 2019 First Team Huck Palmer Philadelphia Catholic League All-Catholic Red Division (Offense)
- 2019 First Team All-Catholic Red Division (Offense)
- 2019 Second Team All-Catholic Red Division (Defense)


pennlive - 3 reasons why Archbishop Wood won a PIAA Class 5A football championship
Inquirer - For Archbishop Wood’s Charley Mininger, a comeback all the way to the state finals
The Intelligencer - Wood’s Mininger making most of every minute

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Player News - Sean Henry Commits to Golden Rams

Sean Henry (Exeter) has tweeted his intention to continue his football and academic careers at West Chester University. The 6-1, 200lb kicker was a dependable scorer for the Eagle team that advanced to the PIAA District III Class 5A semi-finals and finish with a 9-4 record. After missing four games early in the season due to a strained groin, he finished his senior year 38 of 39 on PAT's and perfect on nine field goal attempts with a long of 38 yards. In Exeter's second-round playoff victory at previously undefeated Shippensburg, Henry was perfect on three field goal attempts and one PAT to account for ten of his team's 16 points.

- 2019 First Team Pennsylvania Football Writers Class 5A All-State
- 2019 First Team Class 5A All-EasternPAFootball.com
- 2019 Second Team All Berks Football League Section 1
- 2018 Honorable Mention All Berks Football League Section 1


Pottstown Mercury - Exeter's special pair of kickers giving the team a leg up on its competition
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