Seven Riverside City College football players have committed to playing at the next level after helping the Tigers win their second 3C2A Championship in four seasons. Christian Perry is headed to the University of Hawaii, while Bryce Strong and Jesse Campbell will team up at McNeese State. Jadon Furubotten will continue his collegiate career at Old Dominion, Edward Gilds is headed to Lamar University, Kavon Baptiste will join the defense at Stephen F. Austin, and Earnest McDaniel will be on the roster at the University of Nebraska – Kearney. Perry, a sophomore offensive lineman, was a key member of the Tiger offensive line, limiting opponents to 26 sacks on the year and helping Riverside average 522.6 total offensive yards per game. Strong, a sophomore running back, finished the year with 18 touchdowns, including 16 rushing touchdowns, averaging 8.3 points per game and 148.9 all-purpose yards per game. Campbell finished the year with nine touchdowns and had 38 receptions for 601 yards, averaging 46.2 yards per game. Furbotten and Gilds were essential in limiting opponents' access to Riverside's quarterback, while Baptiste received defensive honors for his performance. McDaniel contributed 26 receptions for 332 yards and scored three touchdowns.

By the Numbers
  • Perry limited opponents to 26 sacks and helped Riverside average 522.6 total offensive yards per game.
  • Strong finished the year with 18 touchdowns, including 16 rushing touchdowns, averaging 8.3 points per game and 148.9 all-purpose yards per game.
State of Play
  • Christian Perry is headed to the University of Hawaii, while Bryce Strong and Jesse Campbell will team up at McNeese State.
  • Jadon Furubotten will continue his collegiate career at Old Dominion and Edward Gilds is headed to Lamar University. Kavon Baptiste will look to fit in with the defense at Stephen F. Austin, while Earnest McDaniel joins the roster at the University of Nebraska – Kearney.
Bottom Line

Seven Riverside City College football players, key members of the Tigers' success, are set to continue their collegiate careers at various universities, showcasing their talent and potential at the next level.