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Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia Tech Lands 2026 DL Commit, Continues Recruiting Momentum
Georgia Tech Lands 2026 DL Commit, Continues Recruiting Momentum originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Georgia Tech has added another key piece to its 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of three-star defensive lineman Alex Willis. The 6'3', 250-pound standout from First Academy in Florida announced his pledge after an official visit to Atlanta on June 10–11. Advertisement Willis, who received his offer from defensive line coach Kyle Pope on May 15, brings versatility and power to the Yellow Jackets' defensive front. He recorded 31 tackles, six tackles for loss, three quarterback hits, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery during his junior season. A Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets cheerleader waves the team flag during the second half of the 2024 Birmingham Bowl at Protective Stadium.© Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images Rated the No. 110 defensive lineman and No. 127 player in Florida by 247Sports, Willis chose Georgia Tech over NC State and Boston College. Known for his strong hands and interior pass-rushing ability, he will help anchor the defensive line for Tech in future seasons. Willis becomes the 11th commitment in Georgia Tech's 2026 class and the first defensive lineman to join the group. The Yellow Jackets are not slowing down, with momentum building around other top targets like Chris Carbin and recent visits from four-star prospects Tyreek Jemison and Amari Latimer. Georgia Tech also picked up its first 2027 commitment from wide receiver Jordan Christie, signaling continued success on the recruiting trail. Advertisement Related: Georgia Tech to Host Mississippi State in 2025 ACC/SEC Challenge Showdown Related: Georgia Tech Leaps Into ESPN's Future College Football Power Rankings This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
14-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Florida 3-star DL Alex Willis to visit Michigan State this weekend
Florida 3-star DL Alex Willis to visit Michigan State this weekend Alex Willis of Orlando announced he'll be visiting Michigan State this upcoming weekend Michigan State football will be hosting a three-star defensive lineman from Florida this upcoming weekend. Alex Willis of Orlando announced on Monday that he plans to visit Michigan State this upcoming weekend. Willis posted about his upcoming unofficial visit to Michigan State on his social media X account. Willis is a three-star defensive lineman prospect in the 2026 class. He plays for The First Academy and holds a 247Sports rating of 86. Willis ranks as the No. 83 defensive lineman nationally in 247Sports' composite rankings. He is also listed as the No. 881 overall prospect in the class. Michigan State extended Willis a scholarship in late January, and has been pushing for him to visit ever since. According to 247Sports, he holds other notable scholarship offers from NC State, UCF, Boston College, Iowa State, Kansas State, Liberty, Minnesota, Ole Miss, Pitt, Tulane, USF, Wake Forest and West Virginia. Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes and opinion. You can also follow Robert Bondy on X @RobertBondy5.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
GALLERY: Historic buses return to Newton Aycliffe streets for special event
A County Durham town celebrated its transport past with a historic bus event. The Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society hosted 'an afternoon on towns' a specialevent that allowed Newton Aycliffe residents to photograph and ride historic buses that once travelled throughout the region. The event, held from 2pm to 6pm on Saturday (February 8), featured recreated routes formerly operated by United, including the fondly remembered 'Newtonian' service, through Newton Aycliffe and Heighington. Alex Willis, 27, a volunteer who joined the society last year, highlighted the significance of the event. He said: "This was our first event focused on providing photography opportunities with the buses. "It's all about raising our profile in the town, especially as we celebrate our 45th year. "Surprisingly, some people in Newton Aycliffe still don't know we exist, so this was a chance for them to see history in today's modern setting." The society, an accredited museum based in Newton Aycliffe, operates solely on donations and is continually seeking volunteers to support its mission of preserving regional bus heritage. Their collection includes buses dating back to 1963, offering a tangible link to the past for enthusiasts and the general public alike. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT) (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT) (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT) READ MORE: In pictures: a journey through the Newton Aycliffe archive 18 forgotten pictures of Newton Aycliffe's clubs over the decades Newton Aycliffe celebrates its 75th anniversary (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT) Albie Clarke (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT) The society preserves local vintage buses to give members of the public an opportunity to ride, touch, smell, and see what buses used to be like. Open days are held at the museum throughout the year and the buses often feature in vintage vehicle rallies. For those interested in upcoming events or in supporting the society, more information is available on their website:
