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Serra's Star Safeties: UW Visit Sparks Recruiting Frenzy
11 May
Summary
- Two top safeties from Serra High, Henley and Taufoou, have narrowed choices to five schools.
- Both recruits will visit Washington together on June 19.
- Henley overcame a broken ankle to become a 3-star recruit, while Taufoou is a 4-star.
Two promising defensive backs from Junipero Serra High School, Jeovanni Henley and Malakai Taufoou, are drawing significant attention from college football programs. Both safeties have recently finalized their lists of top collegiate options, each considering five distinct schools.
Henley, a 3-star safety, has Washington among his finalists, along with BYU, California, Penn State, and Texas. His recruitment journey includes overcoming a significant setback; he broke his ankle early in his sophomore season in 2024 but has since recovered to become a sought-after recruit.
Taufoou, a 4-star recruit, shares many of the same suitors as Henley, with his top choices including BYU, Cal, Oregon, Penn State, and Washington. He notably swapped Texas for Oregon in his final selections. Both players are expected to visit Washington's campus together on June 19, giving the Huskies a crucial opportunity.
In their most recent season, Henley posted impressive stats with 65 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, and two defensive touchdowns, including an interception return for a score. Taufoou recorded 46 tackles and 4 interceptions. Both also contributed on offense, frequently rushing the ball.
