Prior to Vandy
• Unanimous three-star prospect by 247Sports, On3, Rivals and ESPN
• Rated among the top 50 players in Illinois by 247Sports, On3 and Rivals
• Slotted the No. 111 edge player in the class by 247Sports
• Named Illinois Class 8A All-State as a senior
• Helped Naperville Central to 8A state semifinals in 2024, its first semifinal appearance since 2017
• Played for head coach Mike Ulreich
• Chose Vanderbilt over Cincinnati, Boston College and Old Dominion, among others