Speedy DB Loia Valade Transfers to Florida for Senior Season

Valade locks in four official visits as he joins a loaded West Boca High roster.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 1:36pm

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Three-star defensive back Loia Valade is leaving Chattanooga, Tennessee to play his senior season at Boca Raton, Florida's West Boca High School, which has won back-to-back state titles. Valade, known for his 4.43-second 40-yard dash time, will join a talented West Boca roster that includes several other top defensive prospects.

Why it matters

Valade's transfer to the powerhouse West Boca program will give him a chance to showcase his skills against top competition in Florida, one of the nation's premier high school football hotbeds. His decision could also impact the recruiting landscape as he locks in four official visits with major college programs.

The details

Valade, originally from Canada, has played the past few years at Chattanooga's McCallie High School. Now he'll join a West Boca roster that includes three-star defensive lineman Jamar Thompson, three-star edge rusher Javion Herrington, and three-star defensive backs Larry Morgan III and Damari Jerry.

  • Valade clocked a 4.43-second 40-yard dash last year.

The players

Loia Valade

A three-star defensive back prospect who is transferring from Chattanooga, Tennessee to play his senior season at Boca Raton, Florida's West Boca High School.

Jamar Thompson

A three-star defensive lineman at West Boca High School.

Javion Herrington

A three-star edge rusher at West Boca High School.

Larry Morgan III

A three-star defensive back at West Boca High School.

Damari Jerry

A three-star defensive back at West Boca High School.

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The takeaway

Valade's transfer to the powerhouse West Boca program gives him a chance to showcase his speed and skills against top competition in Florida, one of the nation's premier high school football hotbeds. His decision could also impact the recruiting landscape as he locks in four official visits with major college programs.