Athlete Stories

Stories of kickers, punters, and long snappers building their path through discipline, development, and steady progression.

Each athlete story on OTU is built to highlight more than a highlight reel. These stories capture the work, mindset, family support, setbacks, and growth that shape a specialist over time.

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Knox Dean | Chasing the Name

Knox Dean is still early in his long snapping journey, but the 2029 specialist from Sandpoint, Idaho is already building with purpose, chasing consistency, and working to become a name others from his state can follow.

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Colton Wagner | Built for the Prove-It Year

Colton Wagner is entering a prove-it year with purpose. A 2027 long snapper from Powell, Ohio, he is working to turn development, consistency, and opportunity into the next step of his specialist journey.

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Tyce Portera | Made in the Setbacks.

Read the off the Uprights athlete story on Tyce Portera, a Class of 2028 Specialists at Red Bank Catholic High School in Freehold, New Jersey.

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Steven Vaughan: Earned Through the Work

Steven Vaughan stepped into long snapping with an opportunity in front of him and quickly learned there was more to the position than simply getting on the field. His story is about discovering the craft, embracing the details, and earning growth through the work.

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Ethan Curry | Built for the Reset.

Read the Off The Uprights athlete story of Ethan Curry, a Class of 2027 specialist from Bettendorf High School in Bettendorf, Iowa.

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Clark Drcar | Built on Clean Strike.

Read the Off the Uprights athlete story on Clark Drcar, a class of 2027 specialists from Torrey Pines High School in San Diego California.

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Seamus McIntyre: Was Ready When It Counted

Seamus McIntyre is a specialist from Concord, New Hampshire, committed to UMass. This story follows the power, team-first mindset, and steady rise that helped earn his opportunity.

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Travis Given | Purpose Over Praise

Read the off The Uprights athlete story on Travis Given, a class of 2027 specialists from Cole Valley Christian High School, in Eagle Idaho.

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Joel Bazinet: No Rush. No Noise. Just Results.

Joel Bazinet is a 2026 long snapper from Oakleaf High School committed to Tulsa. This story highlights the fundamentals, patience, and consistency that built his recruiting journey.

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Maxx Rossow | Snap Fast. Stay Steady.

Maxx Rossow is a 2027 long snapper from Wesley Chapel High School in Wesley Chapel, Florida. This story highlights the discipline, trust, and steady development shaping a national-level specialist built for one of football’s quietest jobs.

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