ASHLAND – The latest batch of new Raiders became official this week when Southern Oregon football head coach Berk Brown announced a class of 40 signees set to join the team in 2025.

They'll be part of an SOU squad that was No. 24 in the NAIA postseason poll after going 8-3 in 2024. The class is the largest yet that Brown and his staff have compiled by National Signing Day. Entering his third season, he inked 17 players from Oregon, 12 from California, five from Nevada, five from Idaho and one from Washington.

The signees are listed alphabetically below:

MARLEY ALCANTARA | Pittsburgh HS (Calif.)
Quarterback | 5-8, 170 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Marley was a top QB in northern California. He went undefeated at home as a senior and knocked off Folsom in the state semifinals. Although he's shorter in stature, his arm strength is unreal and the confidence he has throwing the football is special. He has a competitive edge that not many possess and is going to be dangerous as a Raider." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

JACK BANTA | Roseburg HS (Ore.)
Offensive Lineman | 6-2, 290 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Jack is a big man from in-state, and his physicality and effort jump off the screen when you put on his tape. We are fired up to be adding this all-conference guard to our OL room." Tim Souza, offensive line coach

WILLIAM BARKER | Foothill HS (Nev.)
Nickel | 6-1, 190 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "We're adding an explosive athlete to our DB room with William. Coming for Vegas, he was asked to play a lot of positions and excelled at them all. He'll be asked to do the same at SOU and we're ecstatic to be adding such a dynamic athlete to our defense." – Tyler Stinn, defensive coordinator

MALACHI BEAN-SEAY | Laguna Creek HS (Calif.)/UC Davis
Wide Receiver | 5-11, 170 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Malachi is a big-time transfer from UC Davis. He has the top-end speed that can take the top off a defense and the creativity to get open when attacking zone. He was a monster in high school and we're excited for another dynamic playmaker on offense." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

NICOLAS BERNASCONI | Roseville HS (Calif.)
Offensive Lineman | 6-4, 275 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Nick is a phenomenal addition to our OL room at SOU. He is a three-sport athlete and a big, physical offensive tackle who we know has a ton of upside and an incredibly high ceiling." – Tim Souza, offensive line coach

DE'MANN BEVERLY | Democracy Prep (Nev.)
Athlete | 5-11, 190 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "De'Mann is an extremely talented individual. He did it all in high school, from returning kicks to catching balls, running touchdowns and being a problem on defense. We are fired up to have him as part of the class and can't wait to bring his mentality and athleticism to our offense." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

DE'REEL BEVERLY | Democracy Prep (Nev.)
Defensive End | 6-4, 185 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "De'Reel is the real deal. He reminds me so much of our all-conference defensive end Adonis Jackson." – Berk Brown, head coach

AARON BIDWELL | Marist HS (Ore.)
Wide Receiver | 6-5, 190 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Aaron is a big-time Oregon receiver who we have extremely high hopes for. At 6-5, his ability to jump and change direction is special. He's coming off a state championship season with a top-notch program in Marist. It's always exciting when we can bring one of the top players in the state to Ashland, and we can't wait to watch him compete and bring the best out of himself and his teammates." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

NOAH BLAIR | Thurston HS (Ore.)
Quarterback | 6-2, 185 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Noah is an underrated Oregon high school quarterback. He was a three-year starter and played in a lot of big games at Thurston. I'm really excited about his athletic ability as a three-sport athlete. Thurston runs a great program and we're excited for Noah to become part of the family." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

MATT BRADLEY | Santiam Christian HS (Ore.)
Offensive Lineman | 6-1, 265 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "We are excited to welcome the PacWest Conference Offensive Lineman of the Year to SOU. He embodies our 'WE' culture and has a phenomenal football IQ." – Tim Souza, offensive line coach

EVAN BRENNER | Central Catholic HS (Ore.)
Defensive Lineman | 6-3, 225 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Evan has everything you look for in a dominant edge. He can rush the passer, stop the run, and has the athletic ability to drop in space. Furthermore, he's a great student who comes from one of the state's top high school football programs." – Berk Brown, head coach

SAM BUCK | Emmett HS (Idaho)
Offensive Lineman | 6-2, 250 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Sam was a first-team all-state offensive lineman back-to-back years at Emmett and we're thrilled to have him joining our program. This three-sport athlete is a blue-collar worker who is the ultimate example of 'WE.'" – Tim Souza, offensive line coach

JACKSON BUCKINGHAM | South Salem HS (Ore.)
Safety | 5-11, 185 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Jackson is a dynamic playmaker in the backend. He was a household name at South Salem, and his senior year was cut short but his best football is ahead of him. His ability to work and athleticism as a two-sport athlete make him a great addition to our class." – Tyler Stinn, defensive coordinator

JACOB BYRN | Windsor HS (Calif.)
Tight End | 6-3, 210 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Jacob is a huge addition to the offense. His dominant run-blocking and physical play will be an asset for years to come." – Matt Lawson, tight ends coach

TODD CLARK | Federal Way HS (Wash.)
Linebacker | 6-2, 185 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "We got a steal with Todd joining our program. This young man will be roaming Raider Stadium for a long time to come." – Josh Winfield, linebackers coach

JAKOBI COLE | Crater HS (Ore.)
Offensive Lineman | 6-2, 280 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "We are proud to have a homegrown, all-conference player from the Rogue Valley in Jakobi joining our OL room. His enthusiasm is evident from the moment you see him." – Tim Souza, offensive line coach

BLAINE CROOK | Meridian HS (Idaho)
Offensive Lineman | 6-0, 275 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Blaine is the ultimate technician at center. Since his sophomore season, he anchored an offensive line that competed for a state title and made multiple postseason appearances. This first-team all-conference lineman is a leader whose execution is a huge addition." – Tim Souza, offensive line coach

JONATHAN CRUZ | Ann Sobrato HS (Calif.)
Safety | 5-11, 165 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Jonathan is a great signing for the Raiders. Out of northern California, he was asked to play both sides and do a little bit of everything. He loves to hit and finds himself around the ball at all times. He'll be joining his former teammate [SOU defensive back Noah Taylor] and is a huge addition to our class." – Tyler Stinn, defensive coordinator

MIKEY CUNNINGHAM | Rocklin HS (Calif.)
Wide Receiver | 5-9, 180 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Mikey is an explosive slot receiver with an elite understanding of the game. He comes from a football family and you can tell he was born to play the game. Mikey is not only explosive but extremely physical, which makes him really hard to deal with as a defense. I can't wait to watch him score some touchdowns in the future." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

REEGAN DUNTEN | Lassen HS (Calif.)
Offensive Lineman | 6-2, 270 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Reegan is another multi-sport athlete joining our OL room. The effort and physicality that this all-state lineman plays with is outstanding." – Tim Souza, offensive line coach

LANDON FAY | McMinnville HS (Ore.)
Defensive Lineman | 6-3, 260 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Landon has the ability to play both defensive end and defensive tackle for us. He was invited to play in the Les Schwab Bowl all-star game as a junior and continued to show his dominance as a senior at McMinnville." – Berk Brown, head coach

LUCAS FOLAU | Marshfield HS (Ore.)
Defensive Lineman | 6-3, 245 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Lucas is an all-state caliber player out of Marshfield. He dominated the 4A level for three years as part of John Lemmons' program and I'm really looking forward to watching his growth at SOU." – Berk Brown, head coach

TRAYTON FUTI | Sprague HS (Ore.)
Safety | 6-1, 185 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Trayton is a great addition to the safety room and will fit in nicely with our guys. His range, tackling, and ability to play the football are high level. We got a good one and are excited to see his talent grow and take off as a Raider." – Tyler Stinn, defensive coordinator

DONOVAN GLOVER | Basic HS (Nev.)
Wide Receiver | 5-10, 160 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Donovan is electric: When he touches the ball, explosive plays happen. He has speed and quickness that's hard to find and was also a great leader as captain at Basic. We want to get Donovan the ball in space as much as possible and let the magic happen." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

BRADY GREER | South Salem HS (Ore.)
Linebacker | 6-0, 210 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Brady brings the physicality and athleticism we look for in the LB room. I can't wait to see him making plays at Raider Stadium." – Josh Winfield, linebackers coach

TOBIN HOLLOWAY | West Albany HS (Ore.)
Defensive Lineman | 6-0, 250 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Tobin will be a great addition as a defensive tackle. Although he'll be making a transition from linebacker and offensive line, he harnesses a great level of physicality, aggression and nastiness that you love to see on the D-line. I'm looking forward to watching his growth in real time." – Jon'Mae Wafford, defensive line coach

LOGAN HUTTON | Folsom HS (Calif.)
Linebacker | 5-10, 195 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Logan has a unique skillset that will allow him to have success right away playing for D-block. Mr. Hutton will be a problem for every opponent he lines up against. The Raiders hit a home run with this one." – Josh Winfield, linebackers coach

WILLIAM KANAVALOV | Liberty HS (Calif.)/Bakersfield College (Calif.)
Linebacker | 6-2, 220 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "We are excited to add a player with the experience, leadership and playmaking ability that Will brings to our team." – Josh Winfield, linebackers coach

CAIDEN LACY | North Medford HS (Ore.)/Shasta College (Calif.)
Defensive Lineman | 6-3, 220 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Caiden is a great addition to the Raider program. He spent his high school days at North Medford as a quarterback and has shown tremendous growth as a defensive lineman. His best football is ahead of him." – Tyler Stinn, defensive coordinator

MICK MERZON | Oakdale HS (Calif.)/College of Idaho
Wide Receiver | 6-0, 195 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Mick is an awesome addition to the WR core. Throughout winter workouts he has already started to impress his teammates and the staff. Mick has a work ethic that coaches dream about and is excited to compete in all phases of the game for us in the future." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

DOM MONTIEL | Marshfield HS (Ore.)/Oregon State University
Quarterback | 6-2, 190 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Dom is a big deal for the Raider football program. I recruited him out of high school before he committed to Oregon State and it's awesome how our paths crossed again. He has a great understanding of the game and can make all the throws. I'm excited to watch him compete for the QB job as we progress through the offseason and can't wait to coach him going forward." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

WILLIAM NEILSON | Minico HS (Idaho)
Linebacker | 6-2, 190 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "William was a playmaking machine for the Minico Spartans. We can't wait to see him bring that same energy here to SOU." – Josh Winfield, linebackers coach

MATTHEW NEVAREZ | Nampa Christian HS (Idaho)
Running Back | 5-9, 185 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Matthew is a great running back with amazing quick-twitch burst movement when he carries the football. He has a great work ethic and the ability to be a great all-around back." – Anthony Morales, running backs coach

AUSTIN PORTNER | Post Falls HS (Idaho)/Feather River College (Calif.)
Offensive Lineman | 6-3, 300 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Austin brings experience and veteran savvy to our OL room. He oozes enthusiasm and is a phenomenal example of our 'WE' mentality." – Tim Souza, offensive line coach

KALLEN SAFFER | Oregon City HS (Ore.)
Defensive Lineman | 6-1, 295 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Kallen is a great addition to our DT room. His great technique, hands and build make him a problem for offensive linemen. I'm looking forward to watching him excel and polish his craft." – Jon'Mae Wafford, defensive line coach

CADEN SIMMONS | Sutter HS (Calif.)/Butte College (Calif.)
Wide Receiver | 6-2, 190 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Caden is a big-time transfer for our WR room. He was very productive during his time at Butte and brings a lot of maturity. He has the ability to be a very consistent weapon within our offense and has already fully embraced our 'WE' culture. I'm excited for him to become a big part of the Raider offense." – Ty Currie, offensive coordinator

GRANT VALLEY | Jesuit HS (Ore.)
Cornerback | 6-0, 170 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Grant is a talented athlete who will bring great speed to our cornerback room. His ball-hawking ability and top-end speed will put him in position to cover any opponent we face. Grant will also be a difference-maker in our return game. We're excited for his future as a Raider." – James Wheeler, cornerbacks coach

MAX WALKER | Banks HS (Ore.)
Tight End | 6-4, 200 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Max is a true dual-threat who made the all-state first team as both a tight end and linebacker in 2024. We're looking forward to him making an immediate impact with our offense." – Matt Lawson, tight ends coach

BRENTON WESTON | Douglas HS (Nev.)
Safety | 6-0, 200 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Brenton is a big signing for us. Coming from Douglas, where we've signed a lot of good players in the past, he brings a physical style of play to our defense. In addition to football, Brenton is an accomplished Olympic weightlifter. I'm excited to see him on the field in red and black." – Tyler Stinn, defensive coordinator

DAVEYON WILLIAMS | Vanden HS (Calif.)
Defensive Lineman | 6-2, 260 | Highlights
Coach's Quote: "Daveyon is a dominant force at the defensive tackle position. His long levers and twitchy speed make him a huge pass-rushing force and helped his team win a state title in California. Developing and getting polished with the SOU defense will make him dominant for us over the next four or five years." – Jon'Mae Wafford, defensive line coach