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TULANE GREEN WAVE FOOTBALL CAMP RECAP: THREE PROSPECTS EARN SCHOLARSHIPS
The heat was on at Yulman Stadium June 10, but it wasn’t just the Louisiana sun cooking the field. Tulane’s football camp brought serious energy, serious competition, and serious results. While prospects from across Louisiana and beyond battled through position drills, 1-on-1s, and team periods under the watchful eyes of Head Coach Will Hall and his staff, three standout young men did more than just show up, they dominated and walked away with scholarship offers from the Green Wave.
This camp continues Tulane’s aggressive push on the recruiting trail. The staff is clearly evaluating for the 2028, 2029, and even 2030 classes with an eye for physicality, explosiveness, and scheme fit in both Will Hall’s offense and the defensive front.
The Recruits:
1. Blair “Big Red” Lewis – Class of 2029 | OT | Jeanerette High School (LA) | 6’6”, 300+ lbs @BlairLewis2029
This massive offensive tackle has been turning heads all spring and summer, and yesterday he continued his ascent. Lewis used his enormous frame, powerful hands, and improving footwork to control the line of scrimmage in blocking drills and 1-on-1 pass pro. Coaches saw a mauler with natural leverage and the kind of size that projects well inside a physical, gap-scheme or zone-blocking system.
After a strong camp performance and a conversation with OL coach Cody Kennedy, Lewis earned his Tulane offer. He already holds offers from LSU, USC, and Memphis, making him one of the top 2029 offensive line prospects in the state. “Big Red” isn’t just big, he’s moving with purpose and earning every bit of the hype.
2. Trilon Francis – Class of 2028 | TE/DE (Hybrid) | Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy (LRCA) | 6’3”, 230 lbs @FTrilon
Francis showed why versatile, high-motor athletes are always in demand. Whether lined up at tight end or on the edge, he brought explosiveness off the ball, strong hands, and the kind of length that disrupts in the run game and pass rush. His athleticism pops, especially in change-of-direction drills and when asked to drop or expand in space.
After a great camp showing and direct conversation with the defensive staff (Coach McDaniel), Francis picked up his third Division I offer. The Lafayette-area product continues to climb the Louisiana 2028 boards with his combination of size, speed, and positional flexibility.
3. Lipton Zachary Mckenzie – Class of 2029 | RB/ATH | Cardinal Gibbons High School (FL) | 5’9”, 165 lbs @lipton_mckenzie
Sometimes the smaller, shiftier backs steal the show at camp, and Mckenzie did exactly that. With elite burst, vision, and elusiveness, he made defenders miss in space. He can contribute as a change-of-pace back, returner, or slot weapon. His low center of gravity and acceleration stand out.
Tulane saw a playmaker who can create on his own and add speed to the backfield. The offer came through the staff’s evaluation, and Mckenzie now adds Tulane to his growing list (including prior interest from programs like Samford).
The Bottom Line: 7 total Offers
Tulane’s camp circuit is paying off. These three prospects represent exactly what the Green Wave are looking for, size and power up front, versatile athletes who can play multiple roles, and explosive playmakers who can change games. The momentum under Will Hall and this staff is real, and the 2027–2030 classes are shaping up nicely with in-state and regional talent buying in.
More camps are on the way (including June 17), and the staff will keep evaluating.
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LAST WEEK WAS A STATEMENT:
Tulane Green Wave Recruiting Just Went Nuclear, Camp Fire plus 10 Commitments in One Day!
🚨Signals 2027 Takeover 🚨
Last week the Tulane Green Wave didn’t just recruit, they declared war on the rest of the American Conference and anyone sleeping on Will Hall’s vision.
From a loaded summer camp at Yulman Stadium that produced four scholarship offers (and one lightning-fast commitment) to an unprecedented 10 commitments in a single day fueled by official visits, the momentum is undeniable.
The 2027 class is stacking up fast, in-state pride is surging, and the Green Wave are turning heads from the River Parishes to the Mississippi hills and beyond.
The Camp That Lit the Fuse:
🔥June 3 at Yulman Stadium 🔥
Dozens of hungry prospects rolled into New Orleans for Tulane’s key summer camp session (part of the June 7/10/17 series).
Position-specific drills, one-on-ones, and 7-on-7s under Head Coach Will Hall and staff.
The vibe and videos were electric, real coaching, real competition, real exposure.
Four prospects stood out above the rest and earned scholarship offers from Tulane:
• Shaun Phillips @phillips1shaun (Class of 2029, OL, The Dunham School – Houma area) 6’5”, 285 lbs. The massive tackle with rare length and power moved bodies in the run game and showed surprising agility in pass pro. First collegiate offer. High-upside developmental piece with All-Conference ceiling.
• James Tyson @Jetyson28 (Class of 2027, DB, St. Charles Catholic – LaPlace, LA) 6’0”, 180 lbs athletic build. Fluid hips, ball skills, physicality in run support, and the ability to win 1-on-1s consistently. Turned heads all day and left with an offer on the spot.
• Jayden Taylor @the_jtaylor72 (Class of 2028, OL, St. Augustine HS – New Orleans) 6’4”, 255 lbs. Physical “bully” left tackle who dominated the trenches with heavy hands, strong base, and leadership. Proven camp performer who brings nastiness and versatility (tackle or inside).
• Jaden Turner @jaden_1of1 | Class of 2029 | DB | John Curtis | New Orleans, LA 6’0”, 165 lbs (High-character, physical player who rounded out a strong group of trench and defensive standouts.)
The payoff came quick. Just days later, camp standout James Tyson committed to the Green Wave!
The rising River Parishes DB chose Tulane over Arkansas State, Louisiana Tech, Nicholls, Cornell, and others.
He’s already locked in an official visit for June 18. Local kid. Camp-to-commit pipeline working perfectly. Starter upside in a secondary that values length, athleticism, and versatility.
Friday Explosion:
10 Commitments in ONE DAY 💥
The staff didn’t let the momentum cool. On Friday, Tulane secured a massive 10 commitments in a single day, one of the biggest single-day hauls in recent program history. Many tied directly to official visits over the weekend. Prospects saw the vision, felt the culture, and pulled the trigger.
The haul added serious talent and depth across positions, with a strong mix of in-state gems and regional athletes who fit Will Hall’s up-tempo, physical identity:
Key names in the surge include:
• Local star Ray’Quan Williams (WR, St. Augustine HS, New Orleans) New Orleans product bolstering the receiving room. @supermanray3
• Kavarris “Duke” Duncan (DL, Winterboro HS, AL) @KavarrisDuncan
• Teddy Graff (TE, Ensworth HS, Nashville, TN) @teddy_graff
• Peyton Perkins (ATH, Eupora, MS) @PPerkins_12
• Anquan Jackson (WR, South Jones HS, Ellisville, MS) @anquan_jackson5
• Jackson Shaw (OT, Baton Rouge Catholic, LA) @JacksonShaw40
• And the camp-to-commit pipeline delivering again with James Tyson (DB)
Plus several more athletic, high-motor pieces rounding out what’s shaping into a well-balanced, high-upside group.
Cont….👇🏻
#RollWave#RMFW
Had a great week at practice and learned a lot this past weekend competing at camp.
Looking forward to getting back on the field at Tulane on June 17th and continuing to improve.
Grateful for every opportunity to compete and continue improving my game.
@GreenWaveFB
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