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Hova Willford '27 Recruiting Profile

Allen High SchoolAllen, TXFootball
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ClubFBU Freshman All-American Bowl
Height5'11"
Weight210lbs
Age17
Primary PositionMiddle Linebacker
Secondary PositionOutside Linebacker
Dominant HandRight

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Personal Statement

NCAA ID# 2309119685

As an athlete who has always been passionate about football, I am excited to share my aspirations and why I would make a great addition to your team.

      My primary goal is to continue my academic journey while playing football at the highest level possible. I understand that a strong academic foundation is crucial for success both on and off the field, which is why I have maintained a high GPA throughout my school years, and I am committed to continuing this trend in college. My dedication to academics will benefit me and make me a valuable asset to your team.

      My work ethic and determination set me apart from other recruits on the football field. I have always been willing to put in the extra work necessary to improve my skills, whether practicing my footwork or studying film to understand my opponents better. I am constantly striving to be the best version of myself. Similarly, my ability to adapt to different situations and learn quickly gives me an edge over other recruits.

       In terms of character, I value honesty, integrity, and respect above all else. These values have been instilled in me by my family and have guided me throughout my life. I understand that being a team player is crucial for the success of any program, and I always put the team's needs above my own. I am a positive role model for my teammates both on and off the field, and my positive attitude and willingness to support my teammates make me a great addition to any team.

     Furthermore, I believe in the importance of giving back to the community. As an athlete, I understand that I have a platform to make a positive impact on those around me, and I am committed to using my position to serve others. Throughout schooling, I have actively participated in community service projects, such as volunteering at local soup kitchens and participating in neighborhood clean-up initiatives.

     Community service is about giving back to those in need and learning valuable life lessons such as humility, gratitude, and empathy. These experiences have shaped me into who I am today and taught me the importance of being well-rounded on and off the field.

     In college, I am excited to continue my commitment to community service and work with my teammates and coaches to impact the local community positively. This dedication to serving others will help me grow and become a better athlete and teammate.

     I have the skills, work ethic, and character to succeed academically and athletically in college football. My passion for football, dedication to academics, and commitment to community service make me a well-rounded and valuable addition to any team. I am eager to continue pursuing my goals and aspirations while contributing to the success of your program both on and off the field.

Athletics

High School Information

  • Years w/ Varsity
  • 2 years
  • 2024 Varsity Team
  • Jersey: #22
  • Individual Awards
  • STAR Local Media: Athlete of the Week. Children’s Health Performance of the Week. AHS Playoffs Round 3 DPOTG, Honorable Mention All-Conference
  • Team Awards
  • Conference Champs, Sectional Champs, Regional Champs
  • 2023 Varsity Team
  • Jersey: #81
  • Individual Awards
  • AHS Playoffs POW Round 2 - Special Teams
  • Team Awards
  • Sectional, Regional Champions , Sectional Champs, Regional Champs, Conference 2nd Place
  • 2023 Freshman Team
  •  
    Starter
     - Jersey: #33
  • Individual Awards
  • Team Captian, FBU Freshman All-American. Dave Campbell Texas Football Top 50 Recruits COF '27 U.S. Army Combine Invitee. NBC National Combine Invitee. Offense-Defense All-American Bowl Invite, Wk2 Team Defense Player of the Week
  • Team Awards
  • Conference Champs

Club Information

  • Seasons of Club Experience
  • 2 seasons
  • 2023 FBU Freshman All-American Bowl (Freshman )
  • Team Name: Impact Black Jersey #33 | Starter LB & All Special Teams
  • 2022 FBU Dallas National Champion Team (8th Grade )
  • Starting LB, Co-Captain during FBU National Championship run

Coach References

  • Private Coach
  • Clay Mack
  • High School Head Coach
  • Lee Wiginton
  • High School Head Coach
  • Victor Gonzalez
  • Private Coach
  • Jerome Givens

Events

  • Camp/Event
  • Next Level Athlete Top 100 Combine
  • 1/14/24 to 1/14/24
  • One of a few class of 2027 athletes who participated with some of the lost elite TXHSFB. Went three for three on 1-on-1s against states RB
  • Camp/Event
  • NBC National Combine for All-American Bowl
  • 1/04/24 to 1/06/24
  • Held annually in association with the All-American Bowl, the National Combine is the first opportunity for the nation’s top underclassmen to demonstrate their physical talent and compete against one another before high school and college football’s top scouting organizations and the All-American Bowl Selection Committee.
  • Camp/Event
  • Offense-Defense All-American Bowl Invite
  • 12/28/23 to 12/31/23
  • Selected to participate in the Offense-Defense All-American Bowl at IMGA Academy
  • Camp/Event
  • US Army National Combine
  • 12/16/23 to 12/18/23
  • Camp/Event
  • FBU Freshman All-American Bowl
  • 12/15/23 to 12/18/23
  • 1 out of 70 players selected in the nation as an FBU Freshman All-American
  • Camp/Event
  • FBU Top Gun
  • 7/06/23 to 7/10/23
  • All-Camp Team!
  • Camp/Event
  • U.S. Army Senior Regional Camp
  • 4/15/23 to 4/15/23
  • Allen HS FB coached me to participate. Although only 8th grade, it was a wonderful affirmation of my skills when I was competing and beating some of the best HS athletes regionally,
  • Camp/Event
  • FBU Regional
  • 3/25/23 to 3/26/23
  • Received a Top Gun invite for Florida in June 2023
  • Camp/Event
  • FBU Regional and National Tournment
  • 12/08/22 to 12/12/22
  • Dallas Metro 8th Grade National Champions. Starting LB and Co-Captain

Training

  • Performance Training
  • 10 years
  • Personal trainer Jerome Givens has trained individuals from youth the pros. NFL, NHL, Olympic, Cross-fit, and bodybuilding champions. Also, Clay Mack, Personal Training focused on Football Speed, Movement, Quickness, Coverage
  • MMA
  • 5 years
  • Ju-ji-su (Competitive), Muay Thai, @ NextGen MMA in Frisco, TX.

Additional Sports

  • Wrestling
  • 10 years
  • Club/Travel Team
  • Youth National Champion, Youth State Champion, Middle School District Champion
  • Track
  • 1 year
  • Club/Travel Team
  • Middle School State Qualifier for Discus

Statistics

Statistic2024 Varsity Team2023 Varsity Team2023 Freshman Team2023 FBU Freshman A
Games played1458
Assisted tackles11326
Forced fumbles23
Pass break-ups13
Sacks63
Solo tackles64554
Tackles for a loss10441
Tackles1010
Interceptions1

Academics

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High School Information

StateTexas
Phone(972) 727-0400

Academic Accomplishments

Are you in honor classes?
No
Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. Math
Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
Yes

Awards and Activities

  • AwardsDistrict 6-6A Academic All-District - PALS: Peer-Assisted Learning Strategies - PTSA Citizenship Award
  • Activities- Choir - Community Volunteer

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