Anthony Valencia

Linebackers coach at Marquez High School in Huntington Park

[Laron “Dewey” Lockhart @LaronLockhart5]

7on7 Spring Highlights @FootballMarquez @LACitySection @CoachRLockhart @CoachTuck23 @DgordonR2 @CoachAJCoop @murraycam2 @dakari_monroe21 @Brettarce84 @CoachTMeyer21 @Coach_Dagan @cowstown @CoachAdamClark @CoachYog @KiGoudeau @CoachGregBurns @BThompson_BT @recruitcoachmc @CoachDHorn

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[Gregory Tucker Jr @CoachTuck23]

Super Proud of my Oldest….All your hard work is paying off. Playing for your dad is one of the hardest things. But we kept pushing. Now we can call you Athlete of the Year. Now it’s time for college ball. @AnthonyFord2026 @tamedlion23 @marquezhsfb @SSJ_MarquezHS_ @SSJ_MarquezHS_

[City Section News @LACitySection]

RECRUITING UPDATE: ‘27 4 ⭐️ ATH Elyjah Staples (Marquez) has committed to Cal. Staples visited this weekend and wasted no time committing. 🔵🟡

[Greg Biggins @GregBiggins]

In case you missed it, Cal picked up a pair of four-star commitments late Saturday night including talented linebacker/edge Elyjah Staples

[Greg Biggins @GregBiggins]

BREAKING: Los Angeles (Calif.) Marquez LB Elyjah Staples committed earlier tonight to Cal

"I really wasn't expecting to commit this early but Cal felt like home, too good to pass up."

Intel: https://t.co/pQqerlueOn

[Inside CAL Football @InsideCalFB]

📣 Recruiting Update 🐻🚨

Elyjah Staples has officially committed to Cal.
The 6’4”, 205‑pound LB from Marquez High School — a true multi‑sport standout with a 4.2 GPA — is bringing his versatility, explosiveness, and relentless work ethic to Berkeley. Staples has been one of the most dynamic two‑way athletes in the 2027 class, and now he’s chosen to continue his journey in blue and gold.

Cal is adding a rare competitor: a high‑ceiling playmaker who dominates in space, thrives in big moments, and elevates every team he’s part of. His commitment is a massive win for the Bears and a testament to the culture being built in Berkeley.

The future just got brighter.
Welcome to Cal, Elyjah.

@StaplesElyjah @CalFootball #GoBears #Committed

[Anthony Valencia @dcValenciaa]

RT @CoachTuck23: @StaplesElyjah Has Landed in @CalFootball for his Offical visit... great weather in the Bay @GregBiggins @LACitySection
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[Inside CAL Football @InsideCalFB]

📣 Recruiting Update 🐻

Update: Elyjah Staples has adjusted his Official Visit schedule.
He’s now expected in Berkeley May 28–31, not June 15 as previously announced.
A big opportunity for Cal to make its case earlier than planned.

@StaplesElyjah #GoBears #CalFootball #Berkeley

[City Section News @LACitySection]

‘27 4 ⭐️ ATH Elyjah Staples (Marquez) got a firsthand look at the power of the Brigham Young University fan base during the BYU Fan Fest in Huntington Beach.

As one of BYU’s top recruiting targets out of California, Staples was welcomed by thousands of Cougar fans throughout the event. Fans constantly stopped to speak with him, showing love and support while encouraging him to become part of the BYU family.

[City Section News @LACitySection]

Cal was in attendance to watch ‘27 4 ⭐️ ATH Elyjah Staples (Marquez). Cal is recruiting him heavy.

[City Section News @LACitySection]

RECRUITMENT UPDATE: Standout ‘26 RB Marcus Juan (Marquez) has committed to LA Verne 🟢🟡

[Gregory Tucker Jr @CoachTuck23]

Marquez Football Appreciate DB coach @Da_DREAM47 from @unlvfootball for coming by @MHS_Athletics12 @marquezhsfb and recruiting our student athletes
#bearebel
@latsondheimer @LACitySection #theworkwillshow #hardworkpaysoff

[Gregory Tucker Jr @CoachTuck23]

Marquez Football Appreciate LB coach @CoachBOdom from U Dub for coming by @MHS_Athletics12 Marquez Football and recruiting our student athletes
@UW_Football
@latsondheimer
@LACitySection #theworkwillshow #hardworkpaysoff

[Ronald Munoz @Munoz_Ronald74]

335 bench from today's max outs! Still more work to do... #theworkwillshow #hardworkpaysoff @CoachTuck23 @MHS_Athletics12 @FootballMarquez @latsondheimer
@LACitySection @dcValenciaa @CoachRLockhart

[Ronald Munoz @Munoz_Ronald74]

455 squat from yesterday! #theworkwillshow #hardworkpaysoff @CoachTuck23
@CoachRLockhart @dcValenciaa
@FootballMarquez @LACitySection @latsondheimer @MHS_Athletics12

[Gregory Tucker Jr @CoachTuck23]

Great Home visit for @StaplesElyjah with @StanfordFball LB coach @CoachAThompson …Good Talks… @MHS_Athletics12 @TreySmith_JSG @jordansportsgrp @recruitcoachmc @GregBiggins @CIFLACS @latsondheimer #gostanford

[Gregory Tucker Jr @CoachTuck23]

Great Home visit for @StaplesElyjah with @ArizonaFBall DC
@CoachGonz and LB coach @Josh_Bringuel Good Talks… @MHS_Athletics12 @jordansportsgrp @TreySmith_JSG @recruitcoachmc @GregBiggins @247recruiting #beardown

[City Section News @LACitySection]

The Coliseum League Showcase is on May 15th. King/Drew, Crenshaw, Dorsey, Marquez & Washington Prep will be in attendance.

[Greg Biggins @GregBiggins]

Los Angeles (Calif.) Marquez ATH Elyjah Staples has cut his list of schools to four and locked in all of his official visits

"I feel that I will be able to excel at all of these school’s but just not sure which one I want to do it at.”

Intel: https://t.co/dFdZS3b3Pf

[Gregory Tucker Jr @CoachTuck23]

Lets goooo!!!! @SSJ_MarquezHS_ @recruitcoachmc @MHS_Athletics12 @CoachRLockhart @LaronLockhart2 #theworkwillshow