Tyler High School senior athletes signed letters of intent to play football at the collegiate level today. The signing ceremony took place in the varsity gymnasium before the athletes’ families, coaches, and teammates.
Tyler High athletes signing letters of intent include:
Julian Dews – Navarro College
Accolades: 2023 – 7-5A Division 1 Second Team All-District Defensive Line, 2022- 5A Division 1 Second Team All-District Defensive Line
Stats: 2023 – Defensive Line: 62 total tackles (54 solo/8 assists), 14 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, 5 QB pressures, 5 pass deflections, 1 blocked FG
2022 – Defensive Line: 61 total tackles (22 solo/39 assists), 12 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 6 QB pressures, 1 forced fumble
Tyler High Coach Travon Brown: “Mr. Dews is, in my opinion, one of Tyler High’s best athletes. He has improved his skills and personal development each week here at Tyler High! We have had many ups and downs, but we constantly press and reach for higher heights!”
Javian Harper – Missouri Western State University
Accolades: 2023- 7-5A Division 1 All-District Honorable Mention
Stats: 2023 – Offensive Line: 35 Knockdowns and 85% assignment average, Safety: 69 tackles (42 solo/27 assists), 4 tackles for loss, 1 interception, 4 pass break ups, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery
Tyler High Coach Patrick Colbert: “Harper is one of the most pleasant kids I’ve had the pleasure of coaching. He has a great heart and an even better work ethic. You always know what you are going to get with Harper going into the game. I know he will succeed in anything he puts his mind to.”
Marquette “Duece” Martin – Texas Wesleyan University
Accolades: 2023 – THSCA Academic All-State Honorable Mention, 7-5A Division 1 Second Team All-District Utility Player
Stats: 2023 – Receiver: 27 catches for 433 yards and 5 touchdowns, Cornerback: 3 solo tackles, Returner: 2 punt returns for 48 yards, 2 kickoff returns for 117 yards
2022 – Cornerback: 34 tackles (24 solo/10 assists), 1 QB pressure, 10 pass break ups, Receiver: 5 catches for 87 yards
Tyler High Coach Lionel Wrenn: “Duece caught my attention my first days on campus. He has all the intangibles that you look for in an athlete. He is a ‘yes sir, no sir’ kid who will do anything you ask or coach him. He is the guy that will go above and beyond the quest. He made the move from full-time defensive back to receiver this year and embraced it. Duece is the true definition of a student-athlete, as he carries a 3.8 GPA and is a member of NHS. He also gives back to the community by volunteering time outside of school coaching little league sports. Duece will be able to accomplish anything he puts his mind to.”
Jace Sanford – Missouri Southern State University
Accolades: 2023- 7-5A Division 1 All-District Honorable Mention
Stats: 2023 – Defensive Line: 35 total tackles (28 solo/7 assists), 9 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 10 QB pressures
2022 – Defensive Line: 26 total tackles (9 solo/17 assists), 5.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 13 QB pressures, 2 pass deflections
Tyler High Coach Travon Brown: “Mr. Sanford is a very talented athlete who has not begun to reach his ceiling. He is bound for great things as he continues to grow in his craft. We have had many ups and downs, but great things are ahead.”
Daquevion Sellers – Sul Ross State University
Accolades: 2023- 7-5A Division 1 All-District Honorable Mention
Stats: 2023 – Linebacker: 83 total tackles (42 solo/41 assists), 1 tackle for loss, 1 sack, 16 QB pressures, 1 blocked punt, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery
2022 – Linebacker: 12 total tackles (5 solo/7 assists), 1 tackle for loss, 1 sack, 2 QB pressures
Tyler High Coach Derrick Choice: “Quay Sellers is an exceptional athlete with lots of upside. The growth he has shown over the years as an athlete and student is quite impressive. He can definitely contribute at the next level, and we are excited for him!”
Ja’Michael “J-Mike” Washington-Cooper – University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Accolades: 2023- 7-5A Division 1 All-District Honorable Mention
Stats: 2023 – Running Back: 55 carries for 315 yards and 4 touchdowns, 2 receptions for 76 yards and 1 touchdown
2022 – Running Back: 44 carries for 246 yards and 2 touchdowns, 8 receptions for 29 yards
Tyler High Coach Phillip Callier: “J-Mike is a very instinctive back who has the vision to read the 1st and 2nd level of the defense when carrying the ball and will make you miss in the open field. He is an overall great student-athlete and low maintenance. You do not have to worry about him not being where he’s supposed to be or failing any classes.”
For more information, contact Jennifer Hines at Jennifer.Hines@TylerISD.org.