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Staten Island, NY -- Wagner College head football coach Walt Hameline has announced that nine student-athletes have elected to continue their education while pursuing a football career with the Seahawks.
 
Additional student-athletes will be announced at a later date as they become cleared for release through the athletic department’s compliance office.
 
“We’re excited about our newest Seahawks,” said Wagner Head Coach/Athletic Director Walt Hameline. “With this recruiting class, I am confident that we addressed many of our needs. I think this class is solid in all areas and academically it’s a very sound group. I applaud my assistant coaches for their hard work and dedication in helping us recruit a group of quality young men who I am confident will represent Wagner very well both on and off the playing field.”
 
 
Wagner College 2012 Football Recruiting Class

Note: Additional student-athletes will be announced at a later date as they become cleared for release through the athletic department’s compliance office.
 
 
Matt Barnett
FB        6-1, 235
Washington Township, NJ/ Paul VI
One of South Jersey’s top prospects … Rugged and aggressive two-way performer who excelled at fullback and linebacker for the Eagles … Drew interest from several FBS schools … Was a four-year varsity player who helped the Eagles to three division titles in his career …Burst free for a 91-yard touchdown run en route to a seven-carry, 122-yard season-opening win over Cherry Hill West … A crunching blocker, he averaged 7.3 yards per carry, finishing the season with 183 yards on 23 carries … Also had five receptions for 67 yards (13.4 yards/catch) out of the backfield … Recorded season-high eight tackles vs.  Eastern HS … Made six stops vs. Cherry Hill West … Played for head coach John Doherty at Paul VI High School.
 
Nazir Barnett               
DL        6-4, 250                       
Union, NJ/ Union
Earned First-Team All-Union County and Third-Team All-Group IV honors by the Star-Ledger … Watchung Division Second-Team All-Conference selection … Had the distinction of being named his high school’s “Lineman of the Year”… Extremely agile and runs well … A big, long athlete who displays excellent instincts … Standout two-way lineman who projects as a defensive lineman at the collegiate level … Excelled at defensive tackle and defensive end as well as offensive tackle and tight end … Well-rounded student-athlete who drew interest from several FBS schools including all three major service academies … Played for head coach Brian Sheridan at Union High School.
 
Anthony Castillo         
DL        6-3        250                  
Paterson, NJ/St. Joseph’s (Montvale)
Standout two-way lineman who played for a tradition-rich program at St. Joseph’s Regional … Also a standout track and field athlete for the Green Knights, specializing in the shot put where was league champion … Played for head coach Tony Karcich at tradition-rich St. Joseph’s Regional HS … Versatile athlete who runs very well … Is extremely physical at the point of attack … Attended Paterson Catholic HS his freshman year before transferring to St. Joseph’s as a sophomore … Former standout baseball player … Didn’t try out for the St. Joseph’s football team until his junior year … Despite his lack of experience, he quickly made an impact on a veteran-laden, established team.
 
Stephon Font-Toomer 
LB        6-1        235                  
Bethlehem, PA/ Liberty
A bruising, physical two-way standout who starred at both linebacker and fullback … As a senior, he totaled 72 tackles (54 solo) and one sack as a senior … A deceptively quick athlete … Drew interest from several FBS programs … Selected First-Team All-Southeastern Pennsylvania by Scout.com … Extremely aggressive and hard-hitting tackler, known for his punishing hits … Played for head coach Dave Brown at Liberty HS.
 
Eddie Garcia               
OL        6-2, 285                       
Miami, FL/ Columbus
A versatile performer, who played offensive tackle, guard and center while also being a dominant defensive tackle at a tradition-rich program … State of Florida All State First Team Offense Selection following his senior year … Also received Honorable Mention for Miami-Helped lead the Explorers to their fifth straight District Championship as a senior … Served as a team captain as a senior …Played for head coach Chris Merritt at Columbus HS … Helped lead his team to the Sectional and Regional Championship …Was a starter in the prestigious Miami-Dade vs. South Florida All-Star Game … Drew recruiting interest from several FBS schools.
 
Najee Harris
LB        6-2, 210           
Norristown, PA/ Norristown HS
 A standout two-way performer who stood out as a defensive end and tight end … Played for head coach Ernest Smith for Norristown HS …Projects as a linebacker at the collegiate level … Amassed 87 tackles during a 10-game senior (8.7 per game) …Recorded 10 or more tackles in four games … Named Team Captain and Defensive Player of the Year … A consistent performer who registered at least six tackles in all 10 games during his senior season.            
 
Fidel Okoye                 
DL                    6-2, 260
Williamstown, NJ/ Williamstown
A stout, sturdy defensive lineman who ho runs well … Played for head coach Frank Fucetola at Williamstown HS … Active and aggressive who has a high motor … Amassed 77 tackles (8.6 per game) and added four sacks during his senior season … Helped lead a young Braves team to an 8-2 record, including a victory over Cherokee, which was the No. 1-ranked team in South Jersey at the time.
 
Brus Palaj                   
OL                    6-6, 300           
Staten Island, NY/ Monsignor Farrell
An imposing physical specimen ... Played for head coach Jim Bradley at Monsignor Farrell HS … Has a solid base and a tremendously wide wing span … A standout at offensive tackle for the Lions throughout his career who was widely recruited … Named to the Staten Island Advance All-Catholic High School Football League (CHSFL) … Participated in the prestigious CHSFL City Game, helping to lead the City team to a 27-17 victory over the Long Island All Stars … Standout in track and field, specializing in the shot put as well Also a top-notch wrestler.
 
Aris Scott                    
QB                   6-3, 200           
Harrisburg, PA/Central Dauphin East
Tremendous, explosive athlete …Drew the attention of a number of FBS programs, enamored with his ability, who projected him as a wide receiver or defensive back … Equally dangerous as a passer as he is runner touchdowns … Completed 138-of-292 passes for 2,262 yards and 41 touchdowns during his career… Rushed for 1,616 yards on 293 carries (5.5 yards per carry) and 21 touchdowns for his career … paswag.com, a website focusing on Pennsylvania football recruits called Scott “A touchdown waiting to happen.” … Named a Second-Team Mid-Penn All-Star … Played for head coach George Chaump at Central Dauphin East HS.