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Crowley Today
By the People, for the People
Texas Quarterback Transfers to California Power JSerra Catholic
Class of 2027 signal caller Hayes Cloutier leaves North Crowley for JSerra Catholic
Apr. 1, 2026 at 9:25pm
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For the second time this off-season, a top Texas high school football quarterback has transferred into California powerhouse JSerra Catholic. Class of 2027 quarterback Hayes Cloutier, who had a standout 2025 season at North Crowley High School in Texas, has decided to continue his high school career at JSerra Catholic in California.
Why it matters
The transfer of top Texas talent to California high school football programs highlights the continued strength and appeal of the California high school football scene, which is home to some of the most competitive leagues and top-ranked teams in the country. This move also comes as JSerra Catholic has hired former NFL linebacker Hardy Nickerson as their new head coach, signaling the school's commitment to building a championship-caliber program.
The details
Cloutier, who threw for 2,058 yards and 21 touchdowns while also rushing for 323 yards and 2 scores in 2025, is the second high-profile Texas quarterback to transfer to a California program this off-season. Last month, Nash McElree transferred from Aledo High School in Texas to Mission Viejo High School in California. At JSerra Catholic, Cloutier will be joining a program that went 12-2 last season and finished ranked 7th in the state, but struggled within their ultra-competitive Trinity League, going just 3-12. The Lions are hoping Cloutier's arrival, along with new head coach Hardy Nickerson's experience, will help turn the program around.
- Cloutier transferred to JSerra Catholic in April 2026.
- Last month, Nash McElree transferred from Aledo High School in Texas to Mission Viejo High School in California.
The players
Hayes Cloutier
A Class of 2027 quarterback who transferred from North Crowley High School in Texas to JSerra Catholic High School in California.
Hardy Nickerson
The new head coach of JSerra Catholic High School, a former NFL linebacker who spent over 16 seasons in the league playing middle linebacker for four different teams.
Nash McElree
A top Texas high school quarterback who transferred from Aledo High School to Mission Viejo High School in California earlier this off-season.
What they’re saying
“For the second time this off-season, a big time Texas high school quarterback will taking his talents over to the state of California.”
— Andy Villamarzo, Author
What’s next
JSerra Catholic will look to integrate Cloutier into their offense and see if the talented quarterback can help turn the program around under new head coach Hardy Nickerson. The Lions will also be closely watched to see if they can challenge the top teams in the ultra-competitive Trinity League.
The takeaway
The transfer of top Texas high school football talent to California programs like JSerra Catholic highlights the continued strength and appeal of the California high school football scene. It also signals JSerra Catholic's commitment to building a championship-caliber program under new head coach Hardy Nickerson.
