Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook Versatility at linebacker is a must in the modern era of football, and Upland rising talent Bishop Blakely has it. The 6-1, 230-pounder, can take on the run on the inside or outside, pressure the quarterback from the edge, and can cover in a zone or one-on-one with a tight end, […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook Kyren Condoll Profile Position: Cornerback and Receiver Height and Weight: 6-3, 170 Classification: 2024 High School: Upland – Upland, CA – Division 1/2 2019 Scots: 6-6 7v7 Team: Rharebreed Offers: Arizona and Oregon State Contribute Now Photo credit: RNG; Kyren Condoll
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook Alphonso Marquis Conley Profile Position: Defensive Back and Receiver (2020) Height and Weight: 6-0.5, 168 Classification: 2022 High School: Upland – Upland, CA – Baseline League – Division 1/2 2019 Highlanders Record: 6-6 2019 Stats (11): 58 tackles, 40 solo, one tackle for a loss, two interceptions, three passes […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook The lack of a high school football season in California over the fall months has opened up a window of opportunity for underclassmen to force their way onto the gridiron a year earlier than usual. The 2020 season in California kicks off this month, and along with it ninth graders that […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook The quarterback of the future has arrived on Upland’s High School roster, one that can help the Highlanders rack up Baseline League titles for the next four years in Rahim Wright. The Class of 2024 rising star has taken advantage of the extended California offseason to fine-tune his mechanics and overall […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook Katin Surprenant Profile Height and Weight: 6-3, 225 Position: Linebacker Classification: 2021 Recruiting Ranking: 3-Star 2020 High School: Upland – Upland, California – Baseline League – Division 1/2 2019 High School: Bonita Bearcats – La Verne, California Bearcats Record: 8-3 2019 Stats (9 games): 36 tackles, 15 solo, 3.5 […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG RNG on Facebook Recruiting News Guru interview with three-star Upland High School (Upland, CA) Class of 2021 RB Julian Dedman at a College/Pro Day for three-star California QBs Donovan Smith and Kajiya Hollawayne (UCLA commit) using a Wilson “X Connected” Football. Pro Day ran by Ryan Porter of QB Calvary. Julian Dedman Profile Position: […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG There has been a tidal wave build of momentum on the gridiron for Class of 2021 running back Julian Dedman. The 5-9, 181-pound, all-purpose back received significant playing time during Upland’s championship run in 2018 carrying the rock 52 times for 350 yards with a score while pulling in an 8-yard pass. His junior […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Dequan January Profile Position: Cornerback and Receiver Height and Weight: 5-11, 165 Classification: 2022 High School: Upland – Upland, CA – Division 1/2 – Baseline League 2019 Highlanders Record: 6-6 7v7 Team: ProWay Contribute Now Photo credit: recruitingnewsguru.com; Dequan January
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG There are talented seniors who wish they put together a season close to what Arron Chaney did during the 2018 schedule. Playing for Alta Loma, Chaney was an impact player in all three phases of the game getting on the scoreboard out of the backfield and in the slot, retuned punts, and knocked off […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Throughout the 2018 high school football season, Upland High School was one of the best in the Golden State. The offense was supported by a stingy defense that only allowed 16 points per game on the way to a 12-3 season that included a CIF title with a 24-13 win over Rancho Verde. The […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The 2018 football season was one of growth for Class of 2022 talent Bishop Blakely. Blakely applied his trade at outside linebacker and tight end for Alta Loma High School getting a late call up to varsity for the playoffs because of his progress on the field. The development in his overall game and […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The Upland High School defense was a nasty one during the 2018 season holding opposing Division II offenses to 16 points per game on average on the way to a CIF title and an invitation to state. A big part of that resistance to opposing offenses finding their way into the end zone goes […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Upland High School was the beast of California’s Division-II classification in 2018 running their record to 12-3 with a CIF title against Rancho Verde to show for it. The Highlanders threw down against top teams like La Habra, Mission Viejo, Damien, Rancho Cucamonga, Heritage, Norco, Calabasas, and Sierra Canyon to make their mark. The […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The 2018 season for Upland High School was a success in more ways than one. The uber talented roster posted a 12-3 record marching through their California Division II schedule claiming a title making a trip to state. The team effort for the Highlanders will be remember along with those who stepped up making […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Evan Rowe Profile Position: Quarterback Height and Weight: 6-0, 186 Classification: 2020 High School: Upland – Upland, California – Division II – Baseline League 2018 Highlanders Record: 12-3 – won CIF with 24-13 win over Rancho Verde 2018 Stats (7 games): 122 of 195 for 1,736 yards with 17 touchdowns vs. only […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG While Class of 2019 linebacker Kyle Thornton may be a gentleman and a scholar off the field, watching him crush running backs throughout the 2018 season would suggest something entirely different. The 6-2, 225-pound, defender is coming into his own for Upland helping the Highlanders to a 12-2 record after capturing a California Division […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrighRNG Upland Highlanders (11-2) vs. Calabasas Coyotes (10-3) Game Details Date: Friday, Nov. 16, 2018 Location: Calabasas High School Final Score: Upland 30, Calabasas 21 Top Game Stats QB Evan Rowe – 7 of 10 for 109 yards with two touchdowns RB Cameron Davis – 37 carries for 190 yards with two touchdowns […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Taj Davis Profile Position: Receiver and Free Safety (2018) Height and Weight: 6-2, 195 Classification: 2019 Ranking: 3-Star High School: Upland – Fullerton, California – Division II 2018 Highlanders Record: 11-2 – ranked No. 15 in California 2018 Stats (10 games): 44 receptions for 819 yards with nine touchdowns and 11 carries […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Cam Davis Profile Position: Running Back Height and Weight: 6-0, 180 Classification: 2019 Recruiting Ranking: 4-Star High School: Upland – Fullerton, California 2018 Highlanders Record: 9-2 2018 Stats (12 games): 215 carries for 1,734 yards with 18 touchdowns and 13 receptions for 152 yards and one score 2017 Highlanders Record: 12-1 – […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Jonathan Flowe Profile Position: Linebacker Height and Weight: 6-2, 205 Classification: 2021 High School: Upland – Fullerton, California 2018 Highlanders Record: 11-2 2018 Stats (11 games): 52 tackles, 37 solo, 15 tackles for a loss, eight sacks, and seven QB hurries Reported Offers (6): Oregon, UCLA, Florida, Auburn, USC, and Arizona State Interest: […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Simon Samarzich Profile Position: Long Snapper and Tight End (starting) Height and Weight: 6-0, 210 Classification: 2019 Ranking: 5-Star (Chris Rubio) – No. 2 in nation, No. 1 in California High School: Upland – Upland, California – Baseline League – Division I 2018: Highlanders Record: 8-2 2018 stats (7 games): 12 receptions […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Tyevin Ford Profile Position: Running Back and Linebacker Height and Weight: 5-11, 230 Classification: 2020 Recruiting Ranking: 3-Star High School: Upland – Fullerton, California 2018 Highlanders Record: 11-2 2018 Stats (11 games): 42 carries for 272 yards with four touchdowns and six receptions for 70 yards and one score Defense: 33 tackles, 14 […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Semifinal Round Division 1 – St. John Bosco 56, Oaks Christian 10 Mater Dei 48, Centennial 14 Division 2 – Rancho Verde 41, Notre Dame 28 Upland 30, Calabasas 21 Division 3 – Cajon 46, Capistrano Valley 42 Sierra Canyon 27, Citrus Hill 3 Division 4 – Corona Del Mar 49, Camarillo 17 […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Simon Samarzich Profile Position: Long Snapper and Tight End (starting) Height and Weight: 6-0, 210 Classification: 2019 Ranking: 5-Star (Chris Rubio) – No. 2 in nation, No. 1 in California High School: Upland – Upland, California – Baseline League – Division I 2018: Highlanders Record: 8-2 2018 stats (3 games): 10 receptions […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Justin Flowe Profile Position: Linebacker Height and Weight: 6-3, 225 Classification: 2020 Recruiting Ranking: 5-Star High School: Upland – Fullerton, California 2018 Highlanders Record: 9-2 2018 Stats (10 games): 118 tackles, 70 solo, 15 tackles for a loss, four sacks, eight QB hurries, two blocked kicks, one fumble recovery, and two forced […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Taj Davis Profile Position: Receiver and Return Specialist Height and Weight: 6-2, 195 Classification: 2019 Ranking: 3-Star High School: Upland – Fullerton, California 2018 Highlanders Record: 9-2 2018 Stats (10 games): 37 receptions for 602 yards with seven touchdowns and nine carries for 33 yards Special Teams: nine punt returns for 201 […]
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Cam Davis Profile Position: Running Back Height and Weight: 6-0, 180 Classification: 2019 Recruiting Ranking: 4-Star High School: Upland – Fullerton, California 2018 Highlanders Record: 9-2 2018 Stats (10 games): 175 carries for 1,421 yards with 16 touchdowns and 12 receptions for 145 yards and one score 2017 Highlanders Record: 12-1 – finished ranked No. 18 in California (MaxPreps) […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Simon Samarzich Profile Position: Long Snapper and Tight End (starting) Height and Weight: 6-0, 210 Classification: 2019 Ranking: 5-Star (Chris Rubio) – No. 2 in nation, No. 1 in California High School: Upland – Upland, California – Baseline League – Division I 2018: Highlanders Record: 8-2 2018 stats (3 games): 10 receptions […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG For what Simon Samarzich does on the field for Upland High School, it does not get much better. Samarzich is the No. 2 rated long-snapper in the country providing a consistent service on the field on special teams allowing the Highlanders coaching staff no worries. In addition to snapping, Samarzich (6-0, 210) starts for […]
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