Nazareth Academy CB Cashmere Coleman Adds FCS Offers

Junior cornerback recruit plans spring college visits after recent Lindenwood and South Dakota offers.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 3:58pm

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Cashmere Coleman, a junior cornerback at Nazareth Academy in LaGrange Park, Illinois, has added new scholarship offers from Lindenwood University and the University of South Dakota. Coleman, who stands at 6-foot-2 and 180 pounds, is also in the midst of his indoor track season and plans to visit South Dakota State and the University of Illinois this spring.

Why it matters

Coleman is an emerging talent in the 2024 recruiting class, and his growing list of FCS offers demonstrates his potential as a college prospect. As a junior, he has time to continue developing and potentially earn offers from higher-profile programs.

The details

Coleman said the new offers from Lindenwood and South Dakota came after the coaches made visits in January. He is still learning about the two programs but knows South Dakota plays in the competitive Missouri Valley Football Conference. Coleman plans to visit both schools this spring or summer to get a better feel for the opportunities they present.

  • Coleman will visit South Dakota State on Friday, March 17.
  • Coleman will visit the University of Illinois on March 17.
  • Coleman's spring break starts on April 2, and he is looking to schedule more college visits during that time.

The players

Cashmere Coleman

A 6-foot-2, 180-pound junior cornerback recruit at Nazareth Academy in LaGrange Park, Illinois.

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What they’re saying

“It's a blessing for sure. I know that the coaches from both schools made visits back in January. I still need to learn more about each school and also the football programs.”

— Cashmere Coleman, Junior cornerback recruit (on3.com)

“I'm busy with track and I've been running in the 60 meter, 200 meter and also the 4x200 relay. My times have been pretty good so far and they are also getting better each time I go out and run.”

— Cashmere Coleman, Junior cornerback recruit (on3.com)

What’s next

Coleman plans to visit South Dakota State on March 17 and the University of Illinois on the same day. He is also looking to schedule more college visits during his spring break, which starts on April 2.

The takeaway

Cashmere Coleman is an emerging talent in the 2024 recruiting class, and his growing list of FCS offers demonstrates his potential as a college prospect. As he continues to develop and make visits, he could earn interest from higher-profile programs.