One of the top tacklers in the state of Washington this past season was Inglemoor (Kenmore) LB Mikey Tupou who racked up an impressive 164 tackles (75 solo), one interception, two forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries while earning First Team All-Kingco 4A Crown Division and All-State recognition. “I’m more of an all-around player, but I like stopping the run,” Tupou told Northwest Elite Index recently. “I love being physical…
Gonzaga Prep’s Max Kelly Headed To Montana
As a junior in 2010 Gonzaga Prep offensive lineman Max Kelly paved the way for record-setting running back Bishop Sankey. This past season he used his quick feet, long arms and smarts to lead the way for junior tailback Jordan Hare who rushed for over 1,400 yards and 15 touchdowns. “Our offense is an option offense so I feel the most comfortable blocking for the run, but I have good…
Kingston HS QB Sam Byres Commits to Air Force
The ink was barely dry on our story about Kingston’s Sam Byers when he decided where he wants to play his college football for Air Force. “I got the offer from Air Force last Friday night and I thought about it a lot over the weekend,” Byers told NEI Thursday night. “I decided I wanted to commit to them and I called them (Wednesday) night and told them I was…
A Remarkable Turnaround At Roosevelt
Football is everywhere and that includes North Portland and the Roosevelt Roughriders just had an outstanding season where they set a school record for points (38.4 Per Game). Its a tough area and things do not come easy but Head Coach Christian Swain has done a phenomenal job of breathing life into the program. The Rough Riders went 7-4 and lost a second round playoff game to 4A State Champion…
Uso Olive, DJ May, and Jayshawn Jordan Commit To Wyoming
You will always get breaking news first at NEI and this announcement is huge! While still on their official visit, three of the Northwest’s top prospects called us immediately after committing to the University of Wyoming. Uso Olive (6-0 300 DL Federal Way), DJ May (5-11 185 RB/DB Federal Way), and Jayshawn Jordan (5-10 180 CB O’Dea) all have made their intentions know by deciding they will play their college…
Paxton Miller Finishes Stellar HS Career
As we go over the top senior athletes that are uncommitted we can look down the road to Eugene where Paxton Miller (6-1 1/2 240 DL/OL Sr.) will be waying his options carefully. The Marist stand out lineman was the leader of an offensive and defensive line that saw the Spartans go (23-2) over the last two seasons, and win two conference titles. They fell short of their ultimate goal…
Under The Radar: 6-5 240 Pound Kingston QB Sam Byers
In only their fifth year as a program, the Kingston Buccaneers can boast their first major college prospect, QB Sam Byers who at 6’5″, 240 pounds dominated teams with both his size and athleticism.. Now having completed his senior season of football Byers is being heavily recruited by several schools including Portland State and Eastern Washington who he will visit on January 20th. He was offered a walk on spot…
John Powers: 5A’s Top Senior Lineman
One of the top lineman in Oregon that is still uncommitted and looking for the right school is Sherwood big man John Powers (6-3 260 OL/DL Sr.). Powers earned first team all league and first team 5a all state honors which solidified the type of talent that he is. The Bowmen were fresh off another outstanding season that saw them fall to eventual state champion Mt View in the state…
AJ Glass & The Nationally Ranked Jesuit O Line
AJ Glass 2012 Player of The Year Candidate We are just one month removed from the 2011 state title game, and we are already know that Jesuit will most likely be the #1 ranked team state wide coming into 2012. Tailback AJ Glass (6-1 195 RB/SS Jr.) returns after going off for 2,024 yards and 23 Tds before falling to eventual state champion Lake Oswego in the state semifinals. Glass…
NFL Game Day, Kellen Clemens & Taylor Barton, Pt 1, 2 & 3
We at NEI are very excited to bring you unprecedented footage of a day in the life of an NFL QB. Our very own Taylor Barton traveled to St Louis to meet starting NFL Quarterback, and former Duck Kellen Clemens to do a “day in the life” type piece prior to his game with the San Francisco 49ers. In part one we bring you the ride to the game, and…