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Salisbury Introduces First Recruiting Class on National Signing Day

2/4/2026 5:00:00 PM

By: West Liberty University Sports Information

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — West Liberty University head football coach Chad Salisbury officially unveiled his first recruiting class on National Signing Day, as the Hilltoppers added a deep, versatile group of student-athletes built to compete immediately and develop for the future.

The class features a strong blend of high school signees and transfers, with an emphasis on size in the trenches, speed on the perimeter, and versatility across multiple position groups. Salisbury's inaugural class draws heavily from Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, and Florida, reinforcing the program's regional recruiting footprint while adding select national pieces.

"This class reflects what we want West Liberty football to be about — toughness, versatility, and competition at every position," Salisbury said. "We focused on bringing in players who fit our culture, love football, and want to build something special here."

West Liberty added significant depth along the offensive and defensive lines, signing multiple linemen on both sides of the ball. The Hilltoppers also addressed needs at linebacker and edge, while bolstering the secondary with athletic defensive backs capable of playing multiple roles.

Skill positions were another focal point, as Salisbury and his staff signed a talented group of wide receivers, along with playmakers at running back, tight end, and quarterback.

Salisbury also expressed his appreciation for the support behind the scenes that helped make his first signing class possible. He specifically thanked West Liberty University President Dr. Tim Borchers, Director of Athletics Brad Forshey, Strength and Conditioning Coach Dan Hopkins, and the staff in Shaw Hall for their commitment and assistance throughout the recruiting process.

"Putting together a first class like this truly takes a team effort," Salisbury said. "I'm grateful for the leadership, resources, and support that allowed us to hit the ground running and establish a strong foundation for our program."





 

High School Signees

The Hilltoppers' high school class includes:

  • Sena Agbodzie (DL) — Gateway HS (Monroeville, Pa.)
     

  • Landon Akins (DB) — Woodland Hills HS (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
     

  • Hussein Al-Tharfi (OL) — Harrisburg HS (Harrisburg, Pa.)
     

  • Noah Bolen (OL) — Austintown Fitch HS (Austintown, Ohio)
     

  • Keltin Blunt (DB) — Morgantown HS (Morgantown, W.Va.)
     

  • Wyatt Brady (LS) — Wheeling Central Catholic HS (Wheeling, W.Va.)
     

  • Lochlan Bresnahan (Edge) — Franklin Regional HS (Murrysville, Pa.)
     

  • Bryton Brown (DL) — Our Lady of Good Counsel HS (Olney, Md.)
     

  • Tucker Burgett (OL) — Carrollton HS (Carrollton, Ohio)
     

  • Carter Cooper (ATH) — Morgantown HS (Morgantown, W.Va.)
     

  • Evan Devine (QB) — Bethel Park HS (Bethel Park, Pa.)
     

  • Dominic Diaz-Ellis (ATH) — Bishop McDevitt HS (Harrisburg, Pa.)
     

  • Ethan Fisher (WR) — Brooke HS (Wellsburg, W.Va.)
     

  • Garin Geesaman (Edge) — Central Dauphin East HS (Harrisburg, Pa.)
     

  • Aidan Grella (K) — Bishop McDevitt HS (Harrisburg, Pa.)
     

  • Kayden Hackman (Edge) — South Charleston HS (Charleston, W.Va.)
     

  • Gavin Herrington (LB) — Mifflin County HS (Lewistown, Pa.)
     

  • Josh Holden (LB) — North Marion HS (Farmington, Pa.)
     

  • Brody Hutter (TE/FB) — River Valley HS (Blairsville, Pa.)
     

  • Maddox Jarzynski (WR) — Trinity HS (Harrisburg, Pa.)
     

  • Zachary Lebitz (OL) — Shippensburg HS (Shippensburg, Pa.)
     

  • JS Macken (OL) — Quince Orchard HS (Gaithersburg, Md.)
     

  • Seamus Mahon (DB) — Pittsburgh Central Catholic HS (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
     

  • Aryn McPherson (OL) — Huntington HS (Huntington, W.Va.)
     

  • Nick Mendoza (LB) — Jeannette HS (Jeannette, Pa.)
     

  • Toby Michael (LB) — North Marion HS (Hundred, W.Va.)
     

  • Shawn Moorefield (WR) — Gateway HS (Monroeville, Pa.)
     

  • Aiden Nasiadka (WR) — Pittsburgh Central Catholic HS (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
     

  • Luca Neal (DB) — Avonworth HS (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
     

  • Gabriel Parker (OL) — Williamsport HS (Hagerstown, Md.)
     

  • Juvante Pendleton (OL) — Middletown HS (Middletown, Ohio)
     

  • Christian Robinson (DB) — Capital HS (Charleston, W.Va.)
     

  • Avery Romain (RB) — Central Dauphin East HS (Harrisburg, Pa.)
     

  • Desuan Roman (DB) — Steelton-Highspire HS (Steelton, Pa.)
     

  • Jayden Smalls (WR) — Morgantown HS (Morgantown, W.Va.)
     

  • Chris Thompson (DL) — Bishop McDevitt HS (Harrisburg, Pa.)
     

  • Brayden Trupe (WR) — Westminster HS (Westminster, Md.)
     

  • Cam Turner (LB) — West Allegheny HS (Imperial, Pa.)
     

  • Xavier Wells (WR) — John Marshall HS (Glendale, W.Va.)
     

  • Fode Wilks (WR) — Cardinal O'Hara HS (Springfield, Pa.)
     

Transfer Additions

West Liberty also strengthened its roster through the transfer portal with experienced additions:

  • Jay'Den Birch (RB) — Riverview HS (Lakewood Ranch, Fla.)
     

  • Tuff McConahy (QB) — Wilmington Area HS (New Wilmington, Pa.)
     

  • Dane Levi (OL) — Belle Vernon Area HS (Belle Vernon, Pa.)
     

  • Sam Hobbs (LB) — Neumann-Goretti HS (Philadelphia, Pa.)
     

  • Kamar Perlote (Edge) — Upper Darby HS (Drexel Hill, Pa.)
     

  • Khalon Simmons (RB) — Meadville HS (Meadville, Pa.)
     

  • Marvelle Cromerdie (DB) — McKeesport HS (McKeesport, Pa.)
     

  • Anthony Campbell (WR) — Riverview HS (Sarasota, Fla.)

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