San Jose, CA | March 29–30, 2025
Under partly cloudy skies and the threat of rain that never came, GSF Sports & Entertainment’s Top Dawg Camp XII (TD12) lit up Oak Grove High School with two full days of verified combine testing, elite competition, and athlete development. With over 50 student-athletes in attendance — ranging from rising 8th graders to college hopefuls — the event delivered everything the GSF brand is known for: intensity, opportunity, and next-level exposure.
🧪 Day 1: Certified Combine Testing
Saturday was dedicated entirely to athletic testing — and this wasn’t just for show. All drills were independently certified by two of the region’s top performance coaches:
Coach Andrew DeLa Cruz of XIOS Fitness — Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Bay Area Panthers (IFL)
Coach Marcus Romo of OVERTIME Performance — Speed and agility specialist for high school, college, and pro athletes
Athletes rotated through stations measuring the 40-yard dash (Zybek laser-timed), shuttle, 3-cone, med ball toss, broad jump, and vertical jump (Vertek).
🔝 Testing Standouts Included:
Seth Evans (Moreau Catholic, 2026): 4.615 40 | 11-yard MB Toss | 4.35 Shuttle
Patrick Charfauros (Bellarmine, 2026): 31” Vertical (Top mark of the camp)
Alijah Torres (Piedmont Hills, 2026): 7.64 3-Cone (Fastest of camp)
Joshua Navidad (Alisal, 2027): 8’7” Broad Jump (Top distance)
Josiah Delgado (Live Oak, 2027): 4.81 40 | 4.35 Shuttle | 7.78 3-Cone
Two GSF Senior All-Stars from Christopher High School — Salomon Quintero and Matthew Boles — also took part in the testing phase to update recruiting metrics. Both were invited by Coach Andrew (XIOS) and performed above the majority, proving they’re still among the most explosive seniors in the region.
Though Charfauros did not return for Day 2, he left his mark as one of Bellarmine’s top athletes to watch this fall. His 31” vertical, footwork, and athletic fluidity made it clear: he’s ready for a breakout junior season.
🏈 Day 2: Showcasing, Competition & Performance
Sunday brought the Dawg out of everyone. The weather held steady — cool, partly cloudy with bursts of sun — as athletes were coached up, challenged, and pushed through drills, 1v1s, and a camp-style 7v7 format.
👟 Coaching Staff Included:
Coach Sal Romero – Head Coach (GSF veteran)
Coach Sione Umufuke – Defensive Line
Coach Neil Duffy – Offensive Line
Coach Dante Funtila – QBs and Defensive Concepts
Coach Newstein Alvarez – Defensive Backs (largest group)
With a wide mix of ages and skill levels, younger athletes stepped up big, going head-to-head with varsity upperclassmen and often holding their own — or winning reps.
🔥 Breakout Dawgs & Storylines
Santino DeSantiago (Live Oak, 2027 OL/DL): Varsity starter, 3.0 GPA, 2024 BVAL Honorable Mention. Solid all weekend and primed for a breakout junior season.
Pita Tanielu (USDA, 2029 OL): Massive young lineman with raw strength. One of the elite 8th grade prospects.
Mannix Jennings (2029 DE/OLB): Twitchy, aggressive, and fearless in 1v1s. A future Top Dawg.
Landin Manzi (Pajaro Valley, 2028 QB/RB): Pop Warner vet turned dual-threat QB. Showed leadership and poise.
Ja’Ron Price (Moreau Catholic, 2027 TE/OLB): 6’2”, 187 lbs, 3.91 GPA, State Champ, honor roll student. Consistent and versatile.
Michael Ochoa (Palma, 2027 OL): On track to start at center for the Chieftains. Steady and reliable in drills.
Johnathan Soudah (Hillsdale, 2026 OL/DL): Quiet grinder, competing with GSF’s 5v5 team. Growth showing.
Colton Pierce (Freedom, 2028 DE/OLB): Explosive edge rusher. All-Camp Team selection and future All-Star.
Josiah Delgado (Live Oak, 2027 QB): JV MVP, 1st Team All-League, League Champ. Solid decision-maker and athlete.
Maximo Arce (Monte Vista Christian, 2026 QB): “Eye test” passer with receiver/defender versatility. Dual-threat upside.
Kaden Hill (Bellarmine, 2027 QB): Composed, accurate, and coachable. All-Camp Team QB.
Jaeden Harris (Valley Christian, 2027 WR): 6’1”, 197 lbs, 4.0 GPA. Made big plays, closed out 7v7 with an INT. Named Best Offensive Player.
🏆 TD12 Camp Awards
🐾 Top Dawg (MVP): Seth Evans (Moreau Catholic, 2026)
6’0″, 170 lbs | CIF State Champion
133 total tackles | 6 FF | 4 FR | 4 blocked PATs | 2 INTs
4.615 laser-timed 40 | All-Camp Team DB
A rising star ready for a massive senior year.
✨ Best Offensive Player: Jaeden Harris (Valley Christian, 2027 WR)
🔒 Best Defensive Player: Alexavier Rivera (Piedmont Hills, 2026 DB)
59 tackles, 7 PBUs (2024), top BVAL defender, GSF 7v7 alum
💪 Big Dawg (Top Lineman): Nico Quetania (Piedmont Hills, 2026 OL)
Dominated drills and 1v1s. Locked in for GSF All-Star recognition
🏅 TD12 All-Camp Team
QB: Kaden Hill (Bellarmine, 2027)
RB: Alijah Torres (Piedmont Hills, 2026) – top 3-Cone (7.64)
WR: Joshua Navidad (Alisal, 2027) – top Broad Jump (8’7”)
WR/DB: Patrick Charfauros (Bellarmine, 2026) – 31” Vertical, standout Day 1 tester
- OL: Pita Tanielu (USDA, 2029 OL): Massive young lineman with raw strength. He will make his mark starting this Fall at a high school near you.
DL: Colton Pierce (Freedom, 2028) – explosive edge
LB: Bernie Phillips (Palma, 2027) – rising sophomore leader
DB: Seth Evans (Moreau Catholic, 2026)
🐾 Dawgs in the Making
Top Dawg Camp XII once again showed that NorCal football talent runs deep — and it’s not just about the seniors. Middle schoolers, sophomores, and juniors showed they’re ready to compete. The GSF 7v7 Tournament Seriescontinues this spring, and many of these names will be in the mix.
🗓️ Next stop: Top Dawg Camp XIII this May.
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Congratulations to every athlete who showed up, competed, and earned their respect. The Dawgs are coming.
