College Commits — Tempe High Buffaloes Football

Classes of 2025 & 2026

Tempe High Buffaloes Football

CollegeCommits

Every commitment is a testament to hard work, discipline, and the Buffalo standard. We celebrate every athlete who earns the right to compete at the next level.

7Total Commits

4States Reached

100%Buffalo Proud

The Buffalo Pathway

Beyond the Field

At Tempe High, we take pride not just in how our student-athletes perform on the field — but in how they represent the Buffalo spirit beyond high school. Our football program is committed to developing young men into leaders, scholars, and champions.

Each year, our athletes earn the opportunity to take their talents to the next level — competing in college football programs across the country. These commitments are a testament to their hard work, discipline, and the support of our coaches, teachers, families, and entire community.

Total College Commits

States Represented

12+

Program Commits Total

100%

Buffalo Proud

Class of 2026

College Commitments

3 Players

Zihyon Walters

DE / LB

Zihyon Walters

Tempe High Buffaloes · 2026

Committed To

San Bernardino Valley College

CCCAA · San Bernardino, CA

Committed

Brooklen Curran

LB / RB

Brooklen Curran

Tempe High Buffaloes · 2026

Committed To

Concordia Moorhead

NCAA D-III · Moorhead, MN

Committed

Jayden Chavez

MLB

Jayden Chavez

Tempe High Buffaloes · 2026

Committed To

Monterey Peninsula College

CCCAA · Monterey, CA

Committed

Zihyon Walters

Defensive End / Linebacker

San Bernardino Valley College

CCCAA · San Bernardino, CA

Committed

Brooklen Curran

Linebacker / Running Back

Concordia Moorhead

NCAA D-III · Moorhead, MN

Committed

Jayden Chavez

Middle Linebacker

Monterey Peninsula College

CCCAA · Monterey, CA

Committed

Class of 2025

College Commitments

4 Players

Arthur Murphy

Tempe High Buffaloes · 2025

Committed To

Ottawa University

Arizona Campus · NAIA

Committed

SaVeon McCrimon

RB / DB

SaVeon "Bam" McCrimon

Tempe High Buffaloes · 2025

Committed To

Ottawa University

Arizona Campus · NAIA

Committed

Antwoine Poindexter

LB / DE

Antwoine Poindexter

Tempe High Buffaloes · 2025

Committed To

Hiram University

Hiram, Ohio · NCAA D-III

Committed

Dereon Richardson

ATH

Dereon Richardson

Tempe High Buffaloes · 2025

Committed To

Gila River Skyhawks

HJCAC · Arizona

Committed

Arthur Murphy

Wide Receiver

Ottawa University (Arizona)

NAIA · Surprise, AZ

Committed

SaVeon "Bam" McCrimon

Running Back / DB

Ottawa University (Arizona)

NAIA · Surprise, AZ

Committed

Antwoine Poindexter

Linebacker / Defensive End

Hiram University

NCAA D-III · Hiram, OH

Committed

Dereon Richardson

Athlete

Gila River Skyhawks

HJCAC · Arizona

Committed

The College Pathway

We Build Players
for the Next Level

Every Buffalo commit represents years of preparation — in the weight room, on the film, on the field, and in the classroom. Our coaching staff actively supports athletes through the recruiting process, from HUDL film development to direct outreach with college programs.

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HUDL Film Development

Every recruited player has an active HUDL profile with game film, highlights, and measurables — ready for any college coach who inquires.

Direct Coach Outreach

Our coaching staff proactively reaches out to college programs — making calls, sending film, and advocating for every athlete who earns it.

Academic Eligibility Support

We monitor grades, support NCAA/NAIA eligibility requirements, and ensure no athlete loses their opportunity due to classroom challenges.

Commitment Day Recognition

When a Buffalo commits, we celebrate them — announcing publicly, honoring their family, and adding their name to the legacy of this program.

Are You Next?

Your name could be
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Every commit on this page was once a player who showed up every day. The next one starts by joining the program. College coaches are watching — make sure they see you.

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