2019 NATIONAL SIGNING DAY FEB. 6, 2019

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1 2019 NATIONAL SIGNING DAY FEB. 6, SCHEDULE Date Opponent Time Aug. 31 New Mexico State TBA Sept. 7 Northern Colorado TBA Sept. 13 at Houston (NRG Stadium) TBA Sept. 21 UCLA TBA Sept. 28 at Utah TBA Oct. 12 at Arizona State TBA Oct. 19 Colorado TBA Oct. 26 at Oregon TBA Nov. 9 at California TBA Nov. 16 Stanford TBA Nov. 23 Oregon State TBA Nov. 29 at Washington TBA WSU ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE ADDRESS: Bohler Addition 195 Pullman, WA OFFICE PHONE: COUG OFFICE FAX: MARTIN STADIUM PRESS BOX: COUG ASSOC. A.D. / ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS: Bill Stevens OFFICE PHONE: CELL: wsstevens@wsu.edu SPORTS: Football, Women s Tennis ASST. DIRECTOR: Bobby Alworth OFFICE PHONE: CELL: bobby.alworth@wsu.edu SPORTS: Football, Baseball, Swimming ASST. DIRECTOR: Jessica Holmes OFFICE PHONE: jessica_schmick@wsu.edu SPORTS: Men s Basketball, Rowing, Men s & Women s Golf ASST. DIRECTOR: Ben Laskey OFFICE PHONE: CELL: ben.laskey@wsu.edu SPORTS: Women s Soccer, Women s Basketball ASST. DIRECTOR: Devon Lucal OFFICE PHONE: devon.lucal@wsu.edu SPORTS: Volleyball, Cross Country, Track & Field WSU FOOTBALL 2019 NLI ANNOUNCEMENTS Washington State University head football coach Mike Leach has announced the following student-athletes have signed a National Letter-of-Intent or Financial Aid Agreement as part of the 2019 signing class. Early enrollees are noted and the remaining signees will enroll at WSU in the. SIGNED NATIONAL SIGNING DAY Feb. 6, 2019 (2) NAME POS HT WT YR HOMETOWN (LAST SCHOOL) Jimmy Price OL Jr. Tyler, Texas (Stratford HS/Stephen F. Austin/Tyler JC) Nicholas Sheetz DL Fr. Greenwood, S.C. (Emerald HS) SIGNED EARLY SIGNING PERIOD DEC , 2018 (20) NAME POS HT WT YR HOMETOWN (LAST SCHOOL) Armauni Archie CB Fr. Vallejo, Calif. (El Cerrito HS) Jouvensly Bazil RB Fr. Naples, Fla. (Golden Gate HS) Bryce Beekman ^ S Jr. Baton Rouge, La. (Scotlandville HS/Arizona Western) Travion Brown OLB Fr. Moreno Valley, Calif. (Linfield Christian HS) Gunner Cruz ^ QB Fr. Gilbert, Ariz. (Casteel HS) Ma ake Fifita OL Fr. Snohomish, Wash. (Glacier Peak HS) Tyler Garay-Harris DL Fr. Oakland, Calif. (Bishop O Dowd HS) Konner Gomness OL Fr. Fresno, Calif. (San Joaquin Memorial HS) Gatlin Grisso ^ DB Fr. Aubrey, Texas (Aubrey HS) Daniel Isom ^ CB Jr. St. Louis, Mo. (St. Louis University HS/Iowa Western CC) Rocky Katoanga ^ LB Fr. Oceanside, Calif. (El Camino HS) Cosmas Kwete DL Fr. Phoenix, Ariz. (Central HS) Derrick Langford ^ CB So. Richmond, Calif. (El Cerrito HS/San Francisco CC) Shahman Moore ^ % DB RS-Jr. El Segundo, Calif. (El Segundo HS/El Camino CC)) Peni Naulu LB Fr. Waipahu, Hawaii (Kapolei HS) Donovan Ollie WR Fr. Wylie, Texas (Wylie HS) Billy Pospisil III ^ WR Fr. Arvada, Colo. (Pomona HS) Simon Samarzich LS Fr. Upland, Calif. (Upland HS) Jamir Thomas RB Fr. Massillon, Ohio (Washington HS) Patrick Utschinski OL Fr. Walla Walla, Wash. (Walla Walla HS) ^ Enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 % Signed 12/20/18 -Complete bios included on following pages--

2 ARMAUNI ARCHIE 6-1 / 175 Cornerback Vallejo, Calif. El Cerrito HS Attended El Cerrito High School three-year letterwinner as a SOPHOMORE, recorded 10 tackles and five pass breakups as a JU- NIOR, made 25 tackles, three interceptions, four forced fumbles and eight pass breakups in track, placed fifth at state with m as a SENIOR, named to All-Tri-County First Team after making 40 tackles, 12 pass breakups, one interception, three forced fumbles and scored three touchdowns rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com. Parents, Arcellious and Temia older sister, Charla older brother, Arrion cousin is former Cougar cornerback Marcellus Pippins, also played at El Cerrito HS interested in majoring in sport management favorite player is former Oakland Raider defensive back Nnamdi Asomugha chose WSU because of the coaches. JOUVENSLY BAZIL 5-10 / 180 Running Back Naples, Fla. Golden Gate HS Attended Golden Gate High School played three years for head coach Mike DiGrigoli as a SOPHOMORE, named to All-Collier Conference First team after rushing for 414 yards on 56 carries, scoring seven touchdowns added eight receptions for 255 yards and two touchdowns as a JUNIOR, named to All-CC First Team after rushing for 380 yards on just 67 carries, scoring one touchdown with a season-high 120 yards against Palmetto Ridge as a receiver had 13 receptions for 294 yards and three scores as a SENIOR, named to All-CC First Team after rushing for school-record 1,358 yards, averaging 6.5 yards per carry, scoring 14 touchdowns added an 83-yard kickoff return for a score as well as hauling in a 59-yard touchdown reception in the season-opening win over Immokalee scored 18 touchdowns on the season had a season-high 291 yards on 17 carries, scoring four touchdowns in a win over Lemon Bay landed at No. 7 on the Big 15 the countdown of the college football recruits in Southwest Florida as compiled by the Naples Daily News and The News-Press in high school career, totaled 3,690 yards and 34 touchdowns also ran track and played two years of basketball in track, three-time Region Champion in 100m, 200m and long jump as a sophomore, set school record in 100m (10.42) as a junior, set school records in 200m (21.2) and long jump (24.01) rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247Sports.com and Rivals.com rated No. 61 running back in the country ESPN.com. Born in Haiti mom, Magalie older sister, Sophia older brother, Chivency younger brothers, Sauvensly, Sauvince and Saunel favorite athletes are Adrian Peterson, Russel Westbrook and Usain Bolt chose WSU because of the school, the team, the coaches, how safe campus felt and everything about WSU.

3 BRYCE BEEKMAN 6-2 / 190 Safety Baton Rouge, La. Scotland HS / Arizona Western JC JUNIOR COLLEGE Attended Arizona Western Junior College in Yuma, Ariz.as a RS-FRESHMAN in 2017, named NJCAA All-America honorable mention and to All-Western States Football League First Team after making 26 tackles, 2.5 for loss and made team-high seven interceptions as a RS-SOPHOMORE in 2018, named to All-Region First Team and All-WSFL First Team after making 41 tackles, five for loss, two forced fumbles and tied for team lead with three interceptions rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com rated the No. 4 junior college safety prospect in the country and No. 37 overall prospect in the ESPN JC50 by ESPN.com enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 as a REDSHIRT-JUNIOR. Attended Wauwatosa East High School in Wisconsin for first three years as a SOPHOMORE, recorded 35 tackles and four interceptions as a JUNIOR, recorded 42 tackles also two-year starter in basketball attended Scotlandville High School in Louisiana as a SENIOR earned All-State and All-District honors at safety after making 51 tackles, seven interceptions and two forced fumbles led basketball team to state championship game. Born in Milwaukee, Wisc.mother, Julie Jackson younger sister, Reece interested in majoring in sports psychology favorite player is Sean Taylor, has worn No. 26 for Taylor favorite thing about WSU was the family environment around the school and city. TRAVION BROWN 6-3 / 215 Outside Linebacker Moreno Valley, Calif. Linfield Christian HS Attended Linfield Christian High School played for coach DeChon Burns as a SOPHOMORE, named to All-Ambassador League Second Team after making 32 tackles including seven for loss with 3.5 sacks and one fumble recovery, caught five touchdown passes as a JUNIOR, named to All-Ambassador League First Team as a wide receiver and Second Team on defense after making 95 tackles with 18 for loss including 5.5 sacks as a receiver, caught 47 passes for 728 yards and nine touchdowns as a SENIOR, named Ambassador League Defensive Player of the Year and to First Team as a wide receiver and linebacker as a linebacker, made 122 tackles with 37 for loss including 11 sacks, three interceptions, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one blocked field goal as a receiver, caught 45 passes for 1,142 yards and 22 touchdowns caught two touchdowns in CIF Division 12 Championship game caught seven passes for 193 yards and two touchdowns in CIF 5A Regional Title game rated four-star prospect by 247sports.com and three stars by ESPN.com and Rivals.com rated No. 20 outside linebacker in the country and No. 57 overall prospect in California by 247sports.com. Parents, Yakuba and Daniell sisters, LaShae and Jhanae.

4 GUNNER CRUZ 6-4 / 215 Quarterback Gilbert, Ariz. Casteel HS Attended Casteel High School three-year letterwinner for coach Spencer Stowers named team captain named to Arizona All-Academic First Team as a sophomore, junior and senior as a SOPHOMORE, named All-State honorable mention, 3A Metro Region Player of the Year, 3A Metro Offensive Player of the Year after throwing for 2,600 yards and 30 touchdowns with five interceptions, a 73% completion percentage and six rushing touchdowns led team to 9-2 record and first playoff appearance in school history as a JUNIOR, named All-State Player of the Year, All-State First Team, All-Region First Team after throwing for 3,185 yards and 40 touchdowns with six interceptions, a 72% completion percentage and two rushing touchdowns led CHS to 3A State Championship and 14-0 record as a SENIOR, named 5A San Tan Region Player of the Year and All-District First Team after passing for 3,598 yards and 30 touchdowns with five interceptions, a 73% completion percentage and 14 rushing touchdowns led CHS to 9-3 record and second round of playoffs also lettered twice in basketball and track selected to play in East-West All-American Bowl hosted by Blue-Grey at AT&T Stadium in Dallas Dec. 17 selected to play at the Polynesian Bowl in Honolulu Jan. 19 rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com rated No. 14 pocket passing quarterback in the country and seventh overall prospect in Arizona by 247sports.com enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 as a true FRESHMAN. Parents, Carlos and Aimee older sister, Taelor interested in majoring in mechanical engineering 4.6 GPA named multi-sport Scholar Athlete of the Year twice favorite athlete is Tim Tebow chose WSU because he loved Pullman, wanted to play in the Air Raid and the great breakfast places was first athlete in school history to commit to a Division I program after CHS opened in 2015, Cruz is member of first senior class at CHS. MA AKE FIFITA 6-5 / 240 Offensive Line Snohomish, Wash. Glacier Peak HS Attended Glacier Peak High School four-year letterwinner for coach Nick Bender as a JUNIOR, named to All-Wesco Second Team on the defensive line as a SENIOR, named to All-Wesco First Team on offensive and defensive line named team captain rated three-star prospect and No. 26 prospect in Washington by 247sports.com. Born in Provo, Utah parents, Latu and Amanda older brother, Mosese is a defensive lineman at Air Force older brother, Malakai younger sisters, Naomi and Lesieli dad, Latu played rugby at BYU enjoys playing the trumpet and weight lifting chose WSU because it is close to home.

5 TYLER GARAY-HARRIS 6-5 / 230 Defensive Line Oakland, Calif. Bishop O Dowd HS Attended Bishop O Dowd Prep two-year letterwinner for coach Napoleon Kaufman as a JUNIOR, named to All-North Coast First Team after making 41 solo tackles with three sacks as a SENIOR, named to All-North Coast First Team after making 77 solo tackles with 11 sacks, four fumble recoveries, two touchdowns, one blocked field goal and one forced fumble also lettered twice in basketball as a freshman and sophomore rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com rated No. 72 defensive end in the country by 247sports.com. Born in Sacramento parents, Joanna Garay and Yolanda Harris mom, Joanna played second base at the Air Force Academy and later for the US Air Force European Air Command Softball Team mom, served in the Air Force, stationed in Spain where she responded to casualty calls and emergencies to stationed military family members interested in majoring in engineering robotics served as Bishop O Dowd Kairos Retreat Leader (quality of time to reflect on lives, connect and discus with others), member of Science Robotics Club (2016, 2018), Engineering Physics ( ), Space & Science Lab ( ), special Olympics coach and habitat for humanity favorite athlete is Jalen Ramsey chose WSU because of the school, the close-knit community and Martin Stadium crowd (Cal game). KONNER GOMNESS 6-4 / 270 Offensive Lineman Fresno, Calif. San Joaquin Memorial HS Attended San Joaquin Memorial High School as a JUNIOR, named to All-County-Metro Athletic Conference First team as a SENIOR, named County-Metro Athletic Conference Lineman of the Year led SJMHS to a 14-1 record and a trio to the D2-A State Title game rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com rated No. 108 offensive tackle prospect in the country by ESPN. com. GATLIN GRISSO 6-0 / 185 Defensive Back Aubrey, Texas Aubrey HS Attended Aubrey High School three-year letterwinner for coach Keith Ivy as a SOPHOMORE, as a safety named All-State honorable mention, All-Area First Team and District 5-4A Defensive Newcomer of the Year after making 114 tackles with 11 pass breakups, four interceptions, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries as a JUNIOR, named All-State at safety, All-Area First Team as a running back, All-District First Team and District 5-4A MVP after making 106 tackles with nine pass breakups, four blocked kicks and three interceptions, one returned 100 yards for a touchdown rushed for 1,392 yards and 21 touchdowns also caught seven touchdowns as a SENIOR, suffered season-ending knee injury three-year letterwinner in basketball and track, and two-year letterwinner in baseball All-District second-team guard in basketball as a sophomore and junior as a junior, All-Area Champion in triple jump and long jump, broke 32-year old school record in long jump ( ) as a junior, was All-Area first-team centerfielder rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com and 247sports.com graduated from AHS in spring, 2018, greyshirted, enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 as a true freshman. Born in Dallas parents, Trace and Trish older brother, Grayson younger sisters, Gabi and Graci dad, Trace was an All-State football and basketball player in Oklahoma, later walked-on at the University of Oklahoma brother, Grayson was a 4A State Champion in the 110m hurdles interested in majoring in sport management 3.9 GPA Academic All-State as a senior, named Academic All-District all four years favorite athlete is Odell Beckham Jr.chose WSU because of the coaches and people at WSU and loved how Pullman feels like home.

6 DANIEL ISOM 5-10 / 180 Cornerback St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis University HS / Iowa Western CC PREVIOUS SCHOOLS Attended Northern Illinois as a FRESHMAN in 2016, appeared in 10 games, made 41 tackles and six pass breakups attended Iowa Western Community College as a REDSHIRT-SOPHOMORE in 2018, named to All-Region First Team and All-Iowa Community College Athletic Conference after making 17 tackles with 2.5 for loss, seven pass breakups and two interceptions rated three-star junior college prospect by ESPN.com and 247sports.com rated No. 8 junior college cornerback in the country by ESPN.com enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 as a REDSHIRT-JUNIOR. Attended St. Louis University High School as a SOPHOMORE, named to All-Metro Catholic Conference second team as a JUNIOR, named to All-MCC second team at receiver in track, placed second at 5A state championships in 110m and 300m hurdles as a SE- NIOR, named All-State as a kick returner, All-Area kick returner and All-MCC First Team as an athlete set school record with 99-yard kickoff return in track, placed second at state championships in 110m hurdles set school record with in 110m hurdles ranked ninth in St Louis Super30 Prospects by St. Louis Dispatch named to St. Louis All-American Prep Team rated three-star recruit by Rivals.com. Parents, Daniel II and Virginia older sister, Alex sister, Alex ran track at Northern Illinois cousin, Briana Isom ran track at Drake cousin, Ryan Isom played football at UT Martin cousin, Amanda Isom played field hockey at Bellarmine interested in majoring in kinesiology favorite player is Tyrann Mathieu chose WSU because of the atmosphere and people. ROCKY KATOANGA 6-2 / 205 Linebacker Oceanside, Calif. El Camino HS Attended El Camino High School three-year letterwinner as a JUNIOR, made 48 tackles, two sacks and one fumble recovery as a SENIOR in 2017, named to All-Avocado League Second Team after making 125 tackles with four sacks, one interception and one forced fumble helped ECHS to an 8-6 record and a trip to the San Diego Second Final also played volleyball one season rated threestar prospect and No. 102 outside linebacker prospect in the country in 2018 by 247sports.com graduated from ECHS in spring, 2018, greyshirted, enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 as a true FRESHMAN. Born in Anchorage, Alaska parents, Kikness and Luseane older brother, Spencer younger sister Pisila uncle, Tomasi Kongaika was a defensive lineman at Washington State ( ), appeared in 36 games, 66 career tackles, 11 for loss favorite athlete is Ray Lewis chose WSU because of the community and how much love WSU showed him after his visit.

7 COSMAS KWETE 6-3 / 220 Defensive Line Phoenix, Ariz. Central HS Attended Central High School three-year letterwinner as a SOPHOMORE, made 60 tackles with seven for loss, two fumble recoveries, one forced fumble and one blocked punt as a JUNIOR, made 91 tackles with 23 for loss including 12 sacks, one interception he returned for a touchdown, two forced fumbles, one blocked field and two fumble recoveries rated No. 6 outside linebacker in Arizona by AZcentral.com as a SENIOR, named All-District Defensive Player of the Year made 54 tackles with 21 for loss including eight sacks and three forced fumbles also rushed for six touchdowns selected to play in East-West All-American Bowl hosted by Blue-Grey at AT&T Stadium in Dallas Dec. 17 rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com rated No. 19 prospect in Arizona by ESPN.com. Born in Republic of Congo grew up in Zimbabwe moved to America in 2016, speak six languages former rugby player parents, Elias and Chantal one of seven children older brother, Ohner twin brother, Eloi will play football at UMASS younger brother, Glory older sisters, Nestorine and Mica younger sister, Prisca interested in studying engineering favorite athlete is Muhammad Ali chose WSU because of the friendly, welcoming environment. DERRICK LANGFORD 6-2 / 190 Cornerback El Cerrito, Calif. El Cerrito HS / San Francisco CC JUNIOR COLLEGE Attended San Francisco City College as a FRESHMAN, appeared in 11 games, made 30 tackles with four pass breakups and one interception rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com and 247sports.com rated No. 14 JUCO cornerback prospect in the country by 247sports.com enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 as a true SOPHOMORE and have four years to play three seasons. Attended El Cerrito High School. SHAHMAN MOORE 6-1 / 185 Defensive Back El Segundo, Calif. El Segundo HS / El Camino CC 18 JUNIOR COLLEGE Attended El Camino Community College played for coach Gifford Lindheim as a FRESHMAN in 2016, named to All-Central League second-team in the Southern California Football Association after making 23 tackles with three interceptions and four pass breakups as a SOPHOMORE in 2017, named to the All-Central League First Team in the Southern California Football Association after making 26 tackles with three interceptions and five pass breakups redshirted 2018 season...enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 as a REDSHIRT-JUNIOR. Born in Oakland, Calif dad, Taylor and mother, Khristine older sisters, Carly and Simone younger sister, Jordan father, Jascha Moore played football at Cal ( ) interested in majoring in sociology.

8 PENI NAULU 6-1 / 210 Linebacker Waipahu, Hawaii Kapolei HS Attended Kopolei High School three-year varsity letterwinner for coach Darren Hernandez as a JUNIOR, named to All-Oahu Interscholastic Association Second Team as a SENIOR, named to All-OIA Division I All-Star selected to play in the Polynesian Bowl rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com rated No. 11 overall prospect in Hawaii and No. 92 outside linebacker in the country by 247sports.com Born in Honolulu parents, Viliami and Tangikina three brothers older brothers, Sam and Issak younger brother, Viliami Jr. wants to major in engineering also ran track for two years favorite player to watch is New York Giants safety Landon Collins chose WSU because he felt everything is about family and brotherhood. DONOVAN OLLIE 6-3 / 205 Wide Receiver Wylie, Texas Wylie HS Attended Wylie High School three-year letterwinner for coach Bill Howard as a SOPHOMORE, named 6A All-District First Team after catching 52 passes for 905 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns earned four MaxPrep Player of the Game awards named WHS Offensive Player of the Year as a JUNIOR, named 6A All-District Second Team after catching 35 passes for 548 yards and seven touchdowns earned three MaxPrep Player of the Game awards...as a SENIOR, caught 65 passes for 904 yards and 11 touchdowns earned two Legacy Texas Player of the Week awards also lettered three times in basketball, two-time All-District basketball selection rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com rated No. 25 overall prospect in the Dallas Area prior to 2018 season by 247sports.com. Born in Plano, Texas parents, Don and Renae older brother, JaQuay wants to major in broadcast journalism 3.2 GPA favorite athlete is Julio Jones chose WSU because of the college atmosphere and WSU can set him up to achieve his career coals wears No. 11 because his cousin and trainer, Blake wore No. 11. BILLY POSPISIL III 5-11 / 190 Wide Receiver Arvada, Colo. Pomona HS Attended Pomona High School high school teammates with Cougar running back Max Borghi four-year letterwinner in football as a SOPHOMORE, named All-Jeffco League First Team after catching 71 passes for 974 yards and 11 touchdowns as a JUNIOR, named to All-Colorado First Team, All-State First Team and All-Jeffco League after catching 67 passes for 1,591 yards and 19 touchdowns his 1,591 receiving yards were third-most in state history named 5A State Title Game MVP by Denver Post after catching nine passes for 189 yards and three touchdowns as a SENIOR, named to All-State First Team, All-Jeffco League after catching 39 passes for 551 yards and eight touchdowns in high school career, made 117 receptions for 3,116 yards, seventh-most receiving yards in state history caught 38 career touchdown passes four career kickoff returns for touchdowns played in three straight 5A state title games, winning in 2017 with Borghi.also two-year letterwinner in baseball will graduate in December and enroll at WSU in January, 2019 rated three-star prospect by ESPN.com, 247sports.com and Rivals.com rated No. 6 overall prospect in Colorado by Rivals.com enrolled at WSU in January, 2019 as a true FRESHMAN. Parents, Bill and Debbie younger brother, Jack dad, Bill played football at Adams State (Colo.) mom, Debbie played volleyball at Fresno Pacific and Metro State (Denver) 3.9 GPA, named Academic All-State chose WSU because of community, school spirit and facilities.

9 JIMMY PRICE Offensive Line 6-5 / 295 Tyler, Texas Stratford HS / Stephen F. Austin / Tyler JC PREVIOUS SCHOOLS SOPHOMORE (2018): Attended Tyler Junior College in Tyler, Texas spent the season on the offensive line at Tyler JC named All- Southwest Junior College Football Conference honorable mention. FRESHMAN (2017): Attended Stephen F. Austin appeared in eight games, making two starts at left tackle made his collegiate debut in the season opener at SMU started two of the final three games of the season (Lamar, Nicholls). Three year letterwinner at Stratford High School all-district selection in 2016 helped lead the Spartans to back-to-back undefeated district championships in 2014 and 2015 helped guide Stratford to three-straight playoff appearances, finishing 10-2 in 2015 two-star recruit by 247 Sports ranked as a top 50 offensive tackle prospect (24th in Texas) by Lone Star Prospects coached by Eliot Allen also lettered twice in basketball, playing center. Born in Houston parents, Leonard and Lauren dad, Leonard played offensive line at Brown University honor roll student chose WSU because of the culture plans to pursue a degree in business with a minor in kinesiology. SIMON SAMARZICH 6-0 / 200 Longsnapper Upland, Calif. Upland HS Attended Upland High School four-year letterwinner in football as a tight end and long snapper as a SOPHOMORE, named All-Baseline League honorable mention as a tight end as a JUNIOR, named to All-Baseline League as a tight end, caught four touchdown passes named to RUBIO Long Snapping Top-12 Class in 2017 as a SENIOR, named All-Baseline League as a tight end, caught five touchdown passes and rushed for another named to RUBIO Long Snapping Top-12 Class in 2018 also played volleyball and was named a team MVP played and snapped in 51 career varsity games selected to play as a longsnapper in the 2019 Polynesian Bowl in Hawaii rated the No. 1 high school longsnapper in southern California by longsnapper guru Chris Rubio rated three-star prospect and No. 2 longsnapper prospect by 247sports.com. Parents, Dave and Elizabeth dad, Dave went to USC and roomed with NFL Hall of Famer and family friend Bruce Matthews older brother, Christian snapped at Fresno State 4.0 GPA chose WSU because of the family atmosphere. NICHOLAS SHEETZ Defensive Line 6-3 / 255 Greenwood, S.C. Emerald HS 19 Attended Greenwood High School first three years, three-year letterwinner for coach Dan Pippin as a as a JUNIOR, helped EHS to a Class AAA Region Championship and earned All-Region honors attended Emerald High School as a senior played for coach Tim Mc- Mahon as a SENIOR, named All-Region and to All-Lakelands First Team after making 52 tackles including nine for loss with four sacks and six pass breakups rated three-star prospect and No. 36 overall prospect in South Carolina by ESPN.com also lettered once in wrestling and basketball. Born in Columbia, S.C. parents, Walker and Vernester older brother, Michael favorite athlete is Ray Lewis chose WSU because of family atmosphere with the football team.

10 JAMIR THOMAS 6-1 / 215 Running Back Massillon, Ohio Washington HS Attended Washington High School as a FRESHMAN, made 54 tackles including eight for loss, en route to MaxPreps 2015 Football Freshman All-American Second Team as a linebacker as a SOPHOMORE, was special mention All-Ohio in 2016.as a JUNIOR, named to MaxPreps All-Ohio Second Team Offense OPSWA Division II All-Ohio First Team Offense as a SENIOR, named to Ohio Prep Sports Writers Association Division II All-Ohio First Team Offense for second-consecutive season garnered Stark County Player of the Year and Northeast Inland District Division II Offensive Player of the Year honors finalist for 2018 Mr. Ohio football award rushed for 1,918 yards on 261 carries for 24 touchdowns while helping team to 14-1 record suffered season-ending injury in Ohio state semifinal game rushed for a season-high 269 yards and two touchdowns in a win over McKinley prep reports show that Thomas set the school career mark for rushing yards (4,025 yards), rushing touchdowns (56), rushing attempts (773) and scoring (344 points) rated a four-star prospect as a linebacker by ESPN.com rated three-star athlete and No. 26 athlete in Ohio by Rivals.com. PATRICK UTSCHINSKI 6-7 / 280 Offensive Line Walla Walla, Wash. Walla Walla HS Attended Walla Walla High School three-year letterwinner for coach Eric Hisaw two-time team captain in football three-year letterwinner in track and field as a SOPHOMORE, named to All-Mid Columbia Conference Second Team in the Discus as a JUNIOR, named to All-MCC honorable mention as a fullback in track and field, named Mid Columbia Conference Field Athlete of the Year in the Discus, finished second at the State Championships with a throw of 172-9, named All-MCC Discus First Team in the Shotput, finished third at State Championships with a , named All-MCC Shotput Second Team as a SENIOR, named to The Seattle Times All-State Team, The News Tribune All-State Team and to All-MCC First Team rated four-star prospect by 247sports.com and three stars by ESPN. com rated eighth overall prospect in Washington and No. 86 tackle in the country by 247sports.com. Parents, David and Kathy dad, David played baseball at Central Washington mom, Kathy went to Walla Walla High School with Drew Bledsoe favorite football player to watch was Orlando Pace chose WSU because of the coaches and wanted to play close to home.