WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (Feb. 6, 2019) – William & Mary Head Football Coach Mike London finalized his first recruiting class Wednesday, as he announced the addition of 10 talented student-athletes who will join the Tribe next season. The impressive group includes nine players who signed National Letters of Intent and a graduate transfer from Virginia Tech.

Wednesday's roster additions join a group of eight standouts who signed NLI's with W&M during the early signing period in December.

"We are very excited about our 2019 recruiting class," London said. "In a short time we have added some elite football players who will impact our roster in all phases of the game. We have added profile size, speed, and athleticism while addressing roster needs. We have a very thorough evaluation system, and we are thrilled with the outcome of the recruiting cycle. Attacking Virginia, our recruiting footprint, as well as expanding our reach into Canada, Georgia and Texas, we have found elite athletes with a competitive edge from well-respected high school programs. We expect our student-athletes to hold up the standards of 'Go to class. Show class. Treat people with dignity and respect.'"
 

The group consists of players from five states, Washington, D.C. and Poland: Virginia (3), Washington, D.C. (2), Maryland (1), North Carolina (1), New Jersey (1), Texas (1) and Poland (1).

Complete bio information for the newest signees are below.

W&M will open the 2019 campaign when it hosts Lafayette at Zable Stadium on Aug. 31.

DREW BABCOCK   |   ATHLETE

6-2 • 205 • BLACKSBURG, VA. • BLACKSBURG HS

What Babcock brings to the Tribe: "Drew is a high-contact player with a tremendous upside. He's a very good athlete who brings position flexibility to the defense and can impact all phases of our special teams immediately. Drew, also a basketball player, is very good tackler and has the ability to see the ball and accelerate through contact." Prep: Four-year letterwinner as a linebacker for head coaches Thad Wells and Eddie Sloss at Blacksburg High school … Second-team VHSL Class 4 All-State selection as a senior after helping lead team to the Region 4D title … Honored as the 2018 district defensive player of the year … Also garnered first-team all-region, all-district and All-Timesland honors as a senior … Earned All-City distinction in 2018 ... All-district selection as a junior … Earned first-team all-region accolades as a sophomore after helping BHS win the 3A state championship … Three-year letterwinner as a forward in basketball and pitched on the baseball team … Member of the A and A/B Honor Rolls … Personal: Son of Whit and Kelly Babcock … Father is the Athletics Director at Virginia Tech and played baseball at James Madison … Enjoys drawing.

GEORGE EBERLE   |   KICKER / PUNTER

5-11 • 185 • CALIDON, N.J. • VOORHEES HS

What Eberle brings to the Tribe: "George is a game changer for the Tribe in the kicking game. He has consistently been ranked as a top punter/kicker in the country for the 2019 class. Along with his prowess as a specialist, he also was the starting quarterback for his high school team and a multi-year team captain." Prep: Four-year letterwinner and multi-year team captain as a quarterback, kicker and punter for head coach Bob Angstadt at Voorhees High School … First-team all-state selection as a punter in 2018 … Two-time first-team all-area selection as an athlete (2017, 2018) … Garnered first-team all-conference honors as an athlete following his junior and senior seasons … Averaged 46.4 yards per punt on his 34 kicks … Also completed 60 percent of his passes for 1,868 yards with 14 touchdowns as a quarterback … Lettered four times as a third baseman, outfielder and pitcher in baseball … Two-time first-team all-conference and first-team all-county in baseball … Personal: Son of George and Susan Eberle … Plans to major in business.

DARIUS FULLWOOD   |   DEFENSIVE LINEMAN

6-3 • 275 • COLLEGE PARK, MD. • OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL HS / VIRGINIA TECH

What Fullwood brings to the Tribe: "Darius, a grad transfer from Virginia Tech, is a very good athlete with a high football IQ and possesses the ability to rush the passer. Darius comes to us with experience and good leadership qualities that will positively impact the young players on our roster." Virginia Tech: Reserve defensive lineman who saw action in 24 games during his four seasons at Virginia Tech … Prep: Ranked as the No. 22 strong side defensive end in the nation and the No. 8 prospect in Maryland by Rivals … Ranked as the No. 30 weak side defensive end in the country and the No. 14 player in his state by 247Sports … Listed as the No. 55 defensive end in the country and the No. 12 defensive end in the East by Scout … Ranked as the No. 43 defensive end in the country, the No. 55 player in his region and the No. 11 player in the state by ESPN Recruiting Nation... A member of the All-Atlantic Region Team by SuperPrep … Participated in the Semper Fidelis All-Star Game … A 2014 American Family Insurance All-USA Maryland Football Team selection … A second-team All-Met selection at defensive line by The Washington Post … As a junior, he totaled 11 tackles, including 3.5 for loss and three sacks, before breaking his foot after four games … Personal: Born in Cheverly, Maryland … Son of Daron Fullwood and Angela Jones … Enjoys photograph.

RIAN HAIGLER   |   OFFENSIVE LINEMAN

6-4 • 331 • LAUREL, MD. • ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE HS

What Haigler brings to the Tribe: "Rian brings position flexibility to the offensive line with the ability to play C/G and OT. He has shown an elite combination of athleticism and physicality competing versus some of the best competition in the nation, helping lead the offense to an 11-1 season against a nationally ranked schedule. Rian has the ability to bend his hips and be explosive through defenders. Having quick feet and excellent body control, Rian has used his athleticism to out match defenders being ranked as one of the top OL in the DMV area." Prep: Four-year letterwinner as an offensive lineman at St. John's College High School … WCAC All-Conference selection in 2017 after helping team earn the WCAC Championship … Rated as a 3-star recruit by 247 Sports and a 2-star recruit by Rivals … Also played lacrosse, basketball and baseball … Volunteered with Peer Ministry … Member of Vocal Studies, String Ensemble and Tri-M music honors society … Personal: Son of Shon and Rani Haigler.

JAEDON JOYNER   |   CORNERBACK

6-0 • 180 • WASHINGTON, D.C. • ROOSEVELT HS

What Joyner brings to the Tribe: "Jaedon brings an athletic combination of length, speed, and burst to our defensive backfield. He's an elite competitor on the field, who has a natural nose for the ball. Measured at 6-0, he's profile size at cornerback with great hips and also has the ability to impact our roster on special teams." Prep: Standout cornerback and wide receiver at Roosevelt High School … Posted a pair of interceptions … Totaled seven touchdowns and averaged 50.0 receiving yards per game … Also a sprinter and long/triple jumper on the track and field RHS team … Named PG County Field Event MVP … Placed second at the DCIAA Championship … Personal: Son of Jason and Jennie Joyner … Plans to major in computer science.

HUNTER KLEIN   |   OFFENSIVE LINEMAN

6-4 • 295 • MIDLOTHIAN, VA. • MIDLOTHIAN HS

What Klein brings to the Tribe: "Hunter has great size and plays with a physical mentality. Despite playing the game for just two years, he has a very good football IQ and has and an elite athleticism and size combination. He shows the ability to finish through the whistle and attacks each play with high effort. He is a big, physical athlete who will add quality depth to our offensive line immediately." Prep: Two-year letterwinner as an offensive tackle and defensive end for head coach Mathew Hutchings at Midlothian High School … Team captain as a senior … Earned all-region honors in 2018 … Three-year letterwinner and two-time team captain in basketball … Four-year academic letter winner … Member of the National Honor Society, Mua Alpha Theta and National Science Honors Society … Personal: Son of Robert and Julie Klein … Enjoys hunting, skiing and fishing … Plans to major in chemistry.

DONAVYN LESTER   |   RUNNING BACK

6-2 • 200 • PLANO, TX • JOHN PAUL II HS

What Lester brings to the Tribe: "Donavyn brings profile size and speed to the program. At 6'2 200lbs Donavyn has the ability to run away from the defense in the second level, with the size and power to run through defenders. Donavyn, a track standout, has elite speed and big-time playmaking ability and a chance to make an immediate impact to our roster."  Prep: Four-year letterwinner as a quarterback, running back, safety and linebacker for head coaches George Teague and Tyrone Breaux at John Paul II High School and The Highlands School … Two-time team captain … Finished his career with 2,500 rushing yards and 75 touchdowns … Eclipsed 300 rushing yards in six games and 400 yards twice … Once rushed for 200 yards in a quarter and 300 yards in a half … Earned the Kepha Award, which is given to the top student-athlete who leads and works to build the entire athletic program … Lettered all four years in track and basketball and captain both squads multiple years … Earned four gold medals at the Texas State Track & Field Championship … Honored as the 2017 TAPPS 3A State Male Athlete of the Year … Also named the 2017 TAPPS 3A Regional Male Athlete of the Year … Earned the 2018 Jason Garrett Make A Difference Challenge Scholarship … Served as a student ambassador and class representative … Member of the Recruitment Leadership Council and Debate Team … Personal: Son of Donald and MeShayle Lester … Cousin, Joe Delaney, played running back for the Kansas City Chiefs (1981-82) … Plans to major in business/law.

NATHANIEL LYNN   |   DEFENSIVE LINEMAN

6-3 • 255 • CHARLOTTE, N.C. • ZEBULON B. VANCE HS

What Lynn brings to the Tribe: "Nate was a team captain as a senior last season and finished the year with 61 tackles, 21 TFL, 14 sacks and two pass deflections. An exceptional athlete, he plays with a high motor and great effort. Nate has shown the ability to be physical at the point of contact and uses his hands and athleticism to get off blocks. He was a dominant presence for Vance's defense last season and a great addition to our roster." Prep: Four-year letterwinner for head coach Aaron Brand at Zebulon B. Vance High School (2018) and head coach Craig Buzea at Homewood Flossmoor High School (2015-17) … Team captain as a senior … Earned NCHSAA I-Meck 4A All-Conference Team honors as a senior after totaling 61 tackles, 21 TFL, 14 sacks and two PBU … Named to the 2018 Mecklenburg County All-Mecklenburg Team … Won 2018 Vance Football Most Outstanding Lineman Award … Blue-Grey All-America Bowl selection … Chosen as a 2018 VTO Charlotte Combine Top 5 Defensive Lineman … Member of National Society of High School Scholars … Personal: Son of Diane Lynn … Enjoys music, piano, trumpet, documentaries, reading, travel and fishing … Plans to major in microbiology.

LATRELLE SMITH   |   WIDE RECEIVER

5-10 • 175 • HAMPTON, VA. • PHOEBUS HS

What Smith brings to the Tribe: "Latrelle, coming to W&M as a wide receiver, is an all-around football player who can potentially add depth to both sides of the ball. A Class 3 All State-Selection at defensive back and as a punt returner, Latrelle will help our roster in the return game. He plays with an aggressive edge and an elite change of direction ability. We expect Latrelle to use in athleticism to make defenders miss in open space." Prep: Four-year letterwinner as a defensive back, wide receiver and returner for head coach Jeremy Blunt at Phoebus High School … Named first-team all-state, all-region and all-district as a defensive back as a senior after totaling seven interceptions and 40 solo tackles … Also totaled 1,279 all-purpose yards and 10 touchdowns in 2018 en route to earning second-team all-state honors as a punt returner … A first-team all-region and all-district selection as a punt returner in 2018 … Second-team all-region and all-district choice as a wide receiver as a senior …  Garnered first-team all-district distinction as an all-purpose standout in 2018 … Named a first-team All-757 defensive back by the Daily Press as a senior … Also excelled academically and earned Highest Honors at PHS … Personal: Son of Julius and Lisa Leaks … Sister, Roshelle, is a member of the track & field team at the University of Delaware … Enjoys weightlifting … Plans to major in business.

RAFAL SZYMANSKI   |   OUTSIDE LINEBACKER

6-4 • 210 • OLSZTYN, POLAND • RABUN GAP-NACOOCHEE HS

What Szymanski brings to the Tribe: "Rafal brings a combination of length, speed and athleticism to our defense. He plays with an aggressive mentality. He possesses the ability to accelerate through the attack point, rush the passer, and run down ball carriers. Rafal will able to help our defense in a various of ways, using his length and speed to close on the ball." Prep: Standout defensive end and wide receiver for head coach Shawn Bryson at Rabun Gap-Nacoochee High School … Garnered all-conference honors as a defensive end in 2018 … Finished his career with five sacks, 24 TFL, 49 solo tackles, three forced fumbles, eight PBU, two blocks and a pick-six … Also earned all-state honors as a hurdler on the track team … Head of Academic Honors … Personal: Son of Jakob and Kinga Szymanski … Enjoys music and fashion … Plans to major in business.