_lukebranting

St Thomas High School | 2027 | Football | Track | WR | 5’ 11” | 160lbs | @bmecamps 7v7 |

[St. Thomas Football @STHFootball]

First few weeks are complete and these guys are off to great starts. Overall, 108 of our guys logged workouts the first two weeks. This week we’ll test Squat, Bench, and Power Clean as we get ready for the next 8 weeks. Eagle Fight Never Dies!! #IRONTALONS

[Michael Austin @CoachAustinTX]

@LukeBranting | c/o '27 WR

📚 4.0 GPA | 📏 5'11" | ⚖️ 160 lbs | 40 yd – 4.7
📽️ https://t.co/jZuH9YgMTi

[Javaughn Waldron @JavaughnWaldron]

#AGTG After a fantastic camp, I am grateful to receive a offer from @McMURRYFOOTBALL @brownfieldIV @CoachNealMcM @CoachMNewby
@STHFootball @bmecamps @SFlem91 @CoachConaire @SportsNewera @5StarScouting @Coach_J_Holland @TXPSMedia

[Texas Private School Football @TXPrivateFBGuy]

🚨 2025 Season Preview 🚨

Houston St. Thomas
TAPPS D1, District 2

HC: @CoachDavis82
RC: @Michael_Austin2
Team: @STHFootball

@ObinnaUmeh_ @Liam5McCarthy @26MichaelTaylor @NateTidwell_1 @piercewjacobson @JavaughnWaldron @Kohenalexander2 @AlexPomp07 @KhairanMcqueen @DeboseLogan4 @Mylesx_stewart @rylankimpsontx @Pryce_Cravens @FredyOates @TrellBenton41 @rjwilson89

After years as a trusted assistant, Raymond Davis takes over the head coaching role at St. Thomas, and he's stepping into a strong situation in year one. The Eagles return a loaded roster headlined by Duke commit Obinna Umeh, one of the most disruptive edge defenders in the state. Umeh’s explosive first step is already causing sleepless nights for opposing offensive linemen.

Joining Umeh in the trenches are Khairan McQueen and Rylan Kimpson, forming a formidable defensive front. Behind them, the linebacker corps is stacked with Liam McCarthy, Jacob Quinlan, and Max Moore, three physical and high-IQ defenders who bring toughness and leadership to the heart of the defense. While the secondary may have been the biggest question mark entering the offseason, the transfer of Kohen Alexander from Lutheran South gives that unit a much-needed boost.

On offense, quarterback Pierce Jacobson returns after a strong sophomore campaign in which he often outshined more heavily recruited counterparts. Though the Eagles will miss the elite speed of Derrek Stevenson, they return a solid group of pass-catchers in Nate Tidwell, Luke Branting, and a handful of versatile tight ends.

The backfield will feature a three-man rotation, with Javaughn Waldron, Myles Stewart, and Wells Granger all expected to contribute. They will run behind a seasoned offensive line led by Alexander Pompilus, Fred Oats, and Conner Edmondson, one of the most cohesive units in the district.

Rounding out the roster is kicker Michael Taylor II, who might just be the best special teams player to come through Texas private school football in recent memory.

St. Thomas enters 2025 as the clear favorite in TAPPS Division I, District 2. The real question, one that has become a familiar storyline, is whether they can carry that success into the postseason when they meet the heavyweights from District 1. Will this be the year the Eagles finally break through and make a deep playoff run?

Coach Davis and his squad are certainly built to try.

[Corey Williams Jr. @CoreyWilliams_5]

Great work leading up to the season for @lukebranting_ ‼️
Rising Junior at St. Thomas High School📈

If you haven’t tapped in yet don’t miss the jet ✈️
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#leadbyexample #football #recruitment

[Michael Austin @CoachAustinTX]

⚡ 2027 Skill Guys – Fast, Smart, Game-Ready ⚡

WR | @Eric_Feighl | 📚 3.73 GPA | 📏 5’10 | ⚖️ 155 lbs https://t.co/hV2NT7G6yK

WR | @lukebranting_ | 📚 2.90 GPA | 📏 6’1 | ⚖️ 180 lbs https://t.co/hu6jkvtStc

RB/ATH | @Myles_stewart43 | 📚 3.97 GPA | 📏 6’0 | ⚖️ 195 lbs https://t.co/EzHiGVWEF7

WR/DB | @WebLewis10 | 📚 4.02 GPA | 📏 5’10 | ⚖️ 175 lbs https://t.co/cATnauycQj

[Raymond Davis @CoachDavis82]

Year 2 = Bigger and Better

https://t.co/cRqfpBfItb

@STHFootball @STHCatholic @timbergrovetx

[Pierce Jacobson @piercewjacobson]

Highlights from the 2025 TAPPS State 7 on 7 Tournament.
@STHFootball @CoachDavis82 @Coach_J_Holland @TXPSMedia @marshmadness16 @TXPrivateFBGuy @QBHitList

[Derek Miles Stevenson @DerekStevenso1]

I’m coming home‼️ JAN 2026

Thank you @TheHC_CoachLew @CoachSampson3 @CoachMattyJ @coachhagHagan @DarianLH3 @SeanDillonSDSU @SDSU_CalebDavis & the entire organization for a great visit and for believing in me. #aztecfast #BeTheA1pha

[Derek Miles Stevenson @DerekStevenso1]

Got it! 36yr old school record. 🙏🏾 @STHFootball @txpsmedia @txprivatefbguy @CoachConaire
@texashsfootball @247sports
@on3 @bmecamps @on3
@GPowersScout @lonestarprepstx
@JScruggs247 @MikeRoach247
@5StarScouting @MichaelRGarvin @malloryhartley

[_lukebranting @lukebranting_]

Had fun at my first 18u tournament!!
@bmecamps @Coach_J_Holland @STHFootball @CoachDavis82 @CoachConaire @TXPrivateFBGuy @TXPSMedia

[LukeGarcia @LukeAGarcia]

First Meet of the Season

Setting personal records and getting better each time. One more Race to go.
@STHCatholic #EFND

[_lukebranting @lukebranting_]

First 7v7 tournament in the books!!
@STHFootball @CoachDavis82
@CoachConaire @Coach_J_Holland
@TXPrivateFBGuy @TXPSMedia
@bmecamps

[_lukebranting @lukebranting_]

Excited for the 7 on 7 season!!
@bmecamps @CoachMcGuire16 @CoachConaire @STHFootball

[Anthony Williams @AWilliamsUSA]

🚨@BWWings Player of the Week Alert!🚨
Shoutout to St. Thomas Eagles’ '27 QB @piercewjacobson for an incredible performance:
9 - 14 for 311 passing yards, and 4 touchdowns! This rising star is making waves on the field, and we couldn't be prouder to spotlight his hard work and dedication.
Special thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings for their continued support of St. Thomas Eagles football! 🍗 Every order with the mention of the team helps support the program!
#PlayerOfTheWeek #StThomasEagles #BuffaloWildWings #FridayNightLights #StudentAthlete

[Logan Branting @_loganbranting_]

#AGTG After a great conversation with @coachrichduncan , I am blessed to say I have received an offer from @RhodesFootball ‼️

@CoachMcGuire16 @CoachDavis82 @STHFootball @CoachConaire @Coach_J_Holland @bmecamps @TXPSMedia @TXPrivateFBGuy

[Logan Branting @_loganbranting_]

#AGTG Thank you @CoachSchultz_DC for offering me the opportunity to continue my academic and athletic career @HendrixFootball‼️
@CoachMcGuire16 @STHFootball @CoachDavis82 @CoachConaire @bmecamps @TXPrivateFBGuy

[Logan Branting @_loganbranting_]

Thank you @sixstarfootball for the write up ‼️
@STHFootball @CoachMcGuire16 @CoachDavis82 @CoachConaire
@bmecamps @TXPrivateFBGuy @TXPSMedia

[Damarcus Batiste @DamarcusDB1]

Thank you for the write up @sixstarfootball I really appreciate it!! Ready to have a standout senior season‼️@CoachDavis82 @CoachMcGuire16 @STHFootball @TXPSMedia @TXPrivateFBGuy

[Logan Branting @_loganbranting_]

Had an awesome time competing and the @Generals_Fball camp yesterday.
@coachlerose @coach_vj @Coach_Kirk4
@STHFootball @CoachMcGuire16 @CoachDavis82 @CoachConaire
@bmecamps