Army head coach Rich Ellerson welcomed the newest members of the Black Knights' football program into the fold on Monday as he announced his club's 2009 recruiting class.
About Washington: Has spent time on both sides of the ball during early stages of his collegiate career ... settled into defensive secondary during spring drills in 2010 ... utilized as a backup and on special teams ... finished spring practice as top reserve at field corner.
2010: Appeared in all 13 contests ... made collegiate debut against Eastern Michigan ... credited with lone tackle of season in that contest ... saw majority of playing time on special teams ... utilized in nickel and dime packages on defense.
2009: Did not see any varsity action.
High School: Two-way standout at Fork Union Military Academy High in Fork Union, Va. ... played for head coach Mickey Sullivan ... two-time letterwinner ... split time between defensive back and wide receiver positions ... earned all-state laurels at both positions ... all-conference performer on both sides of ball ... earned two additional varsity letters in track and field ... specialized in sprint events on track ... garnered conference championship in 100-meter sprint event ... ran leg on state championship-winning 4 x 100-meter relay unit ... helped squad to pair of state championships.
Personal: Born Sept. 23, 1988 ... given name is Waverly Evan Washington ... parents' names are William and Joyce Washington ... majoring in Management.
