As Tulane prepares to face off against an undefeated SMU on Thursday night, fans might recognize some familiar faces making their return to the DFW-area on Tulane's side of the ball. Texas high school stars return to Dallas as the Green Wave attempts to splash out the Mustangs fire on Thursday. Who will you recognize?
Carlos Hatcher
Carlos Hatcher - Defensive End - Hebron
Hatcher was a three-star recruit coming out of Hebron High School where he was a thee-year letterman in Carrollton, Texas. Hatcher recorded 55 tackles, 15 tackles for a loss, 9.5 sacks, one forced fumble, one fumble recovery, and one pass defended during his senior season. Despite missing his junior season with a torn ACL, Hatcher was a strong force for Hebron during his time with the team and even earned Texas UIL Class 6A Honorable Mention All-State honors.
So far with Tulane, Hatcher has had quite the college career. Hatcher has appeared in 23 games where he has recorded a total of 17 solo tackles, 12 tackle assists, 7.5 tackles for a loss, and three sacks. Hatcher's father, Jason Hatcher, played in the NFL where he was an NFL Pro Bowl defensive lineman for the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins.
▲Larry Brooks
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Larry Brooks - Safety - Kennedale
Brooks was rated a three-star prospect coming out of high school where he earned Texas UIL Class 4A Honorable Mention All-State honors as a four-year letterman. During his junior year, Brooks earned 5-4A All-District first-team honors. His senior season saw 146 tackles, 13 tackles for a loss, three pass breakups, three interceptions, two sacks, one forced fumble, three fumble recoveries, and a blocked field goal. Brooks was a force on the field for Kennedale, but also lettered in track and field for the Wildcats.
So far with Tulane, Brooks has put up quite the numbers. Brooks has played in a total of 40 games where he has recorded 97 tackles (75 solo, 22 assists), two tackles for a loss, seven interceptions, and 16 passes defended.
▲Kevaris Hall
Kevaris Hall - Defensive Back - Red Oak
Hall was rated as a three-star athlete coming out of high school. During his senior season, Hall played a major role in Red Oak's 11-2 overall record. In district play, Hall helped lead Red Oak to an undefeated 7-0 season.
So far with Tulane, Hall has made great contributions to the team. Appearing in 10 games, Hall has recorded eight total tackles, seven solo tackles, one tackle assist, and one interception.
▲Jaylon Monroe
Jaylon Monroe - Cornerback - West Mesquite
Rated as a two-star prospect coming out of high school, Monroe was a force for West Mesquite. During his senior season, Monroe recorded 30 tackles, two interceptions, and six pass breakups. Offensively, Monroe tallied 63 rushing yards on five carries as well as 313 receiving yards and one touchdown on 21 catches. Monroe also lettered in basketball during all four years of high school.
With Tulane, Monroe has appeared in 53 games where he has recorded a total of 122 tackles. Monroe has tallied 94 solo tackles, 28 tackle assists, 4.5 tackles for a loss, two interceptions, 27 defended passes, and one blocked kick.
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