Tikeo Nicolas – LB Woodside Wildcats

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Tikeo Nicolas

Height: 5’8″ | Weight: 150 lbs
School: Woodside High School
Position: Linebacker (LB) / Weak Safety
Class of: 2025

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Athletic Achievements

  • Team Success:
    • Woodside finished the season with a 7-3 record and a 4-1 league record, earning second place in the Peninsula El Camino League.
  • Position Versatility: Plays weak safety with the intensity and instincts of a linebacker, excelling against both the run and the pass.

Performance Highlights

  • Defensive Playmaker: Known for scrappy, fearless, and aggressive play. Delivers several impactful tackles per game while showing a natural ability to read the quarterback and disrupt plays.
  • Offensive Contributions: Occasionally contributed on offense with 14 carries for 57 yards and 1 touchdown.
  • Defensive Stats (MaxPreps):
    • 39 tackles
    • 6 tackles for loss (TFL)
    • 1 interception
    • 2 forced fumbles
    • 3 pass breakups (PBUs)

Coaches’ Praise

  • Coach Josh Bowie:
    • “TK was a transfer to our program this year from El Camino High, and we are so grateful he came to play for us. He plays weak safety for us and is scrappy, fearless, and aggressive in defending the run and the pass. He’s good for several big tackles a game and loves playing the game.”

Team Contributions

Woodside Wildcats had an impressive season, finishing 7-3 overall and 4-1 in league play, securing second place in the Peninsula El Camino League. TK played a key role in the Wildcats’ defensive dominance, showcasing his ability to disrupt offenses and make critical plays.

His versatility and leadership were vital to the team’s success, especially in a defense anchored by standout performances. TK complemented a strong defensive unit that was among the best in the league, consistently creating opportunities and momentum for the Wildcats.

All-Star Nomination Notes

Tikeo Nicolas, affectionately known as “TK,” is a dynamic and relentless defender who made an immediate impact at Woodside High School after transferring from El Camino High. Playing weak safety with a linebacker’s mentality, TK is scrappy, fearless, and aggressive—qualities that set him apart as a defensive standout.

With 39 tackles, 6 TFL, 1 interception, 2 forced fumbles, and 3 pass breakups, TK delivered one of the most complete defensive performances on the team. His ability to read quarterbacks, disrupt plays, and deliver big tackles consistently make him a playmaker and a vital part of the Wildcats’ success.

TK’s versatility, instinct, and tenacity make him a deserving candidate for All-Star recognition.