2014 Football Signing Class

The MNU Football team is pleased to announce the following signees.

Spring '14 Transfers

Chris Fields 6-1 185 WR / Olathe, KS / Northwestern State
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/513160/highlights/24118373#
 
Coming out of Butler Community College Chris' career totals were 53 catches for 682 yards and five touchdowns as Butler went 22-2 in his two junior college seasons. Fields signed with Northwestern State in Louisiana and decided that he wanted to get closer to home. A product of Olathe, and Olathe East High School, Fields was All-State Class 6A, All-Conference, All-County and All-City as a senior. He played in the Shrine Bowl All-Star Game and the Missouri-Kansas All-Star Game after earning his fourth letter in football. Fields was a high school teammate DeRahn Williams a MNU cornerback.
 
Connor Benado 6-1 220  LB / Camarillo, CA / Moorpark College
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1157379/highlights/7845406
 
A Rio Mesa High School standout linebacker and teammate of current Pioneer Devon Hall, Benado tallied 134 tackles, 6 sacks and 1 interception his senior year. A two-year starter for Moorpark College he totaled 124 tackles, 13 for loss, 3 sacks and 2 interceptions. A fast and explosive defender at the point of attack, Benado is expected to help fill the void left by departing All-America honoree Joe Camacho.
 
Brandon Jeffries 6-3 210 QB / Visalia, CA / Allan Hancock CC
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/829884/highlights/8369379#
 
Brandon is coming to MNU by way of Allan Hancock Community College in California. During his sophomore season Jeffries averaged 175.1 yards per game in an offense that was primarily focused on running the ball with eventual SEC and Auburn signee Cameron Artis-Payne. Jeffries is a smooth pocket passer that can get the ball down the field with great accuracy. Brandon is expected to compete with returning starter Trent Hedlund as soon as camp begins.   
 
Luke Elam 6-0 200 LB / Overland Park, KS / Fort Scott CC
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1157379/highlights/7845406
 
A highly productive linebacker at Blue Springs High School, Luke went on to total 50 tackles his sophomore year at Fort Scott CC. A tremendous Special Teams performer, Luke is expected to contribute on several units and provide even more competition to an already talented young group of linebackers.
 
Deron Jefferson 6-6 320 OL / Pomona CA. / Lane College
In High School, Jefferson prepped two varsity seasons for the Red Devils and Coach John Brown earning 1st team All-Valle Vista League honors and 2nd team All-Valle Vista All-Inland Valley honors. Deron enrolled in Citrus Community College and later signed with Lane College before agreeing to sign with MNU and help bolster an already talented Pioneer offensive line.
 
James Crawford 6-3 300 OL / Mission Viejo, CA. / Saddleback College
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3VKUUmecZyHUEZ2cWtfSDA1Sjg/edit?usp=drive_web
 
Crawford was slated to be a big part of the Saddleback program on the offensive front heading into the 2013 season but had his plans derailed after suffering an injury during fall camp. When healthy, James is a very physical lineman that can play several different positions on the line. Because of his versatility alone, Crawford will have a great chance to break into the starting line rotation for MNU.
 
Jason Keobounheung 6-0 175 DB / Oakland, CA / Laney College
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1769792/highlights/77953381
 
Long, lean, and aggressive, Jason looks to join the fierce competition in the Pioneers defensive secondary. A key contributor to Laney's defense last season, Jason showed the type of versatility that will allow him to push to get on the field immediately. A tremendous blitzer and tackler, he is a potential special teams standout. Jason will have plenty of opportunity to mix it up with the rest of our young talented contenders at corner.
 
Travis Jones 5-11 190 RB / Port St. Lucie, FL. / Florida Atlantic University
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sq2OQw5rHmo
 
Travis is signs with MNU after three years at Florida Atlantic University. A versatile runner and receiver, Jones should add some spark to the Pioneer offense and return game. Travis has played against some tough competition in his time at FAU, nearly returning a punt for a touchdown against NCAA powerhouse Georgia of the Southeastern Conference. 
 
Kameron King  6-2 185 DB / Moreno Valley, CA / San Bernardino Valley College

As a senior at Canyon Springs High School, Kameron ended his final season with 92 tackles and 5 interceptions on top of 655 receiving yards and 7 TDs on 41 grabs earning him All-League, All-Southern and All-CIF honors in 2007. Kameron stepped away from football for a time before joining San Bernardino Valley to start a comeback last season. He has since re-joined his former high school teammate and current Pioneer cornerback, Eric Irvin and is working hard to regain his prior form.

Jonathan Stark  5-11 185  DB / Fort Scott, KS / Fort Scott CC
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1766568/highlights/92867375

A high school quarterback at Fort Scott, Jonathan amassed 1367 yards passing and another 686 on the ground as a two-year starter. He made the full time switch to safety at Fort Scott CC where he had significant contributions. Stark looks to continue that process by throwing his hat into the mix here, heating up the competition with a great group of young safeties.
 
Ricky "Bo" Miller 6-2 200 WR / La Quinta, CA / College of the Desert CC
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/215319/highlights/89729378#
 
Bo comes to MNU by way of College of the Desert in Palms Desert, California. Bo is a very explosive wide receiver and should compete right away for playing time with the returning receivers on the Pioneers roster. Miller is a tireless worker in the weight room and boasts great speed and hands as a wide receiver.
 
Jordan Nubine 6-4 220 TE, WR / Blue Springs, MO / Blue Springs High School
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/13552/highlights/117354#
 
Jordan was a highly touted prep performer in Missouri. A late knee injury derailed a football scholarship to Kansas University but Nubine resurfaced and is healthy and ready to play for the Pioneers. Jordan is a versatile athlete that MNU will use in a variety of different positions.   
             
Lafaele Paselio 6-3 300 OL / Kaneohe, HI / Southwestern College
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1516803/highlights/51109375#
 
"Pase" is a very engaging and positive young man who instantly made an impact on campus with his arrival. On the football field he is a powerful and athletic lineman that like the other signees on the offensive line, Paselio should be able to play several positions and help add some strength and competition to a solid returning group.

Fall '14 Freshman

Dominic Swillum 6-0 210 LB / Mt. Vernon, MO / Mt. Vernon HS
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1620940/highlights/121179375
 
A tremendously productive and versatile defender, Dominic continues the tradition of bringing in talented young linebackers. His ability to play either inside or out, along with special teams ability will set him up to be a very competitive newcomer. Dominic amassed 185 tackles in his two years starting at Mt. Vernon earning him All-Big 8 Conference honors.

Jonathan Bledsoe 6-2 215 LB,DE / Marshfield, MO / Marshfield HS
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/664148/highlights/84726984
 
One of two Marshfield High School signees, Jonathan had a standout career for the Bluejays. He totaled 226 tackles in his junior and senior years combined, and that was despite only playing in 5 games his senior season due to injury. Bledsoe has a big motor and is a tireless worker on and off the field. He should be one to keep an eye on.

Willie Totten 6-3 190 WR / Marshfield, MO / Marshfield High School
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/373614/highlights/31155446#
 
Willie was part of a prolific passing attack at Marshfield high school in Missouri. In two varsity seasons, Totten accumulated 1577 yards on 120 catches and 14 touchdowns. A great understanding of running routes and getting separation away from defenders should help Willie contribute immediately as he moves from high school to MNU.

Dylan Cole 6-2 260 TE, FB / Shawnee, KS / Mill Valley High School
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/2639336/highlights/69525238#

Dylan is a big and versatile athlete that can find himself playing in several different positions in the Pioneer offense. Cole was a very productive player while at Mill Valley High School after moving over from Missouri's William Chrisman High School where he was a quarterback. His mixture of size and athleticism allowed him to pass for 16 touchdowns and 1268yds, while adding another three touchdowns and 361 yards on the ground. Cole proved to be a dominating blocker after his move to Mill Valley, and should push for playing time at fullback and tight end for the Pioneers.
 
Dustin Pierce 6-2 205 LB / Jones, OK / Jones HS
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/575622/highlights/121217377
 
A big, active outside linebacker from Jones High School, Dustin fits perfectly into the Pioneers defensive scheme.  Dustin only played 3 games of his senior season with a knee injury, but is rehabbed and expecting to report at 100%. With both game 1 starting OLBs lost to graduation, Dustin should come in right away and add needed depth as well as push to get on the field. 

Adam Swearengin 6-1 250 OL / Shawnee, KS / Mill Valley High School
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/346577/highlights/111486379#
 
A teammate of fellow Mill Valley recruit Dylan Cole, Adam was a leader and mainstay on the line where he was a three year starter. With his experience and toughness, Adam will bring those two traits to an already tough and experienced group of lineman at MNU.

Chris Ouathout 6-2 250 DL / Gardner, KS / Gardner-Edgerton HS
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/482646/highlights/111469389

A 2 year All-Eastern Kansas League offensive lineman, Chris was also a standout on the defensive side of the ball for power house Gardner-Edgerton, and that is where he will start his career with the Pioneers. Tough and aggressive, Chris has tremendous feet and plays with great leverage which should translate to the defensive line well. He will be joining a talented group of young players that are looking to deepen that talent behind salty veterans DeMarco Kemp and Mason Matthews.

Josiah Greene 6-3 200 QB / Neah Bay, WA / Neah Bay HS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INY-fLrwKLk
                 
An incredibly versatile athlete with tons of upside, Josiah was one of the most highly decorated football players in the state of Washington during his varsity career. Greene was named Associated Press Class 1B State Player of the Year twice and was also honored with 2 All-State defensive end nods as well. He was able to lead his team to 3 consecutive state title games, winning championships in 2011 and 2013. Josiah completed 60% of his passes his senior year for 1,720 yards and 28 touchdowns with only 2 interceptions. He also rushed for another 1,463 yards and 19 touchdowns on 105 carries.
 
Dalton Inlow 5-11 165 ATH / Basehor, KS / Basehor-Linwood HS
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/1488339/highlights/113713375
 
A multi-talented athlete on both sides, Dalton is a home run threat every time he touches the ball. Finishing his senior season with 59 tackles and 3 interceptions from the Safety position, Inlow also showed a natural ability in the return game. With good hands, fluid speed and tremendous field vision, he could be in the Special Teams mix from the start.

Jacob Klingele 6-7 205 DE / Bonner Springs, KS / Bonner Springs HS
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/o/790006/highlights/92540375
 
In his first year as a varsity starter at Bonner Springs, Jacob put together a solid senior campaign with 64 tackles and 7 sacks. A very young football player who is just starting to learn the game, coupled with his 6-7 frame equals mountains of upside. Also a very accomplished swimmer at Bonner Springs, Jacob plans on starting to fill out that frame once swimming is concluded and he starts concentrating solely on football.