Watauga Football Standouts Sign with College Teams

Two sets of high school teammates will continue playing together in college.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 10:19pm

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Two pairs of football players from Watauga High School in Boone, North Carolina have signed to play college football together. The duos will be continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level as teammates, having previously played together for the Watauga Pioneers.

Why it matters

This is an exciting development for the Watauga football program, as it demonstrates the strength of the team's camaraderie and the talent of its players. Keeping these established teammate relationships intact at the college level is a testament to the players' skills and the quality of the high school program.

The details

The two sets of teammates signing together are Jayden Marsh and Ethan Norris, who will be playing for the Lions, and Liam Sutton and Caleb Reeves, who will be suiting up for the Quakers. All four players were key contributors to the Watauga Pioneers' success in recent seasons.

  • The players signed their National Letters of Intent on March 15, 2026.

The players

Jayden Marsh

A standout player for the Watauga Pioneers football team.

Ethan Norris

Another key member of the Watauga Pioneers football squad.

Liam Sutton

One of the top players on the Watauga Pioneers football team.

Caleb Reeves

A talented football player who has been a teammate of Liam Sutton's at Watauga High School.

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The takeaway

The continued camaraderie and teamwork of these Watauga High School football players as they transition to the college level is a testament to the strength of the program and the bonds formed between teammates. Their ability to sign with colleges together demonstrates the caliber of talent coming out of the Watauga Pioneers football team.