Martin finished 10-1 last season and lost to Colon, who went onto to win the 8-man State Championship. Coach Brad Blauvelt returns for his 3rd (16-5) season as leader of the Clippers program.
Returning Starters Offense: 7
Returning Starters Defense: 5
Players to Watch: QB/CB – Gabe Meyers (SR), Slot/OLB – Brayden Eckman (SR), C – Josh Smith (SR), G/DT – Donny Moss (SR), TE/DT – Mitchell Jager (SR) RB/OLB – Chris Tuinstra (Soph), Slot/K – Karter Ribble (Soph)
New Players to Watch: Charlie Martin (JR) – WR/S, JR Hildebrand (Soph) – MLB, Cole Altman (JR) – WR , Thomas Osenbaugh – (JR) – OL
Coaches’ Comments: We are looking to build on last season’s successes and take the next step forward. We want to compete for a state championship; that’s the goal.
FNV Outlook: The Clippers appear poised to make another solid run this season in 8 man Division 1 football. Colon (44 point average margin of victory) was the class of the state last year and the road to glory will have to run through the Magi once again. Senior Brayden Eckman leads Martin at his Slot/OLB positions. Newcomer Charlie Martin is expected to have an immediate impact for the Clippers. His speed and size at WR/S should bolster both sides of the ball.