Willamette High School Star Zeke Thomas Commits to Oregon State for Two Sports
Zeke Thomas, a standout dual-sport athlete from Willamette High School, has committed to Oregon State University to play quarterback for the football team and pitcher/outfielder for the baseball team. He is a Class of 2028 recruit.
Bend, OR, September 27, 2026 — Zeke Thomas, a student-athlete from Willamette High School, has announced his commitment to Oregon State University. The Class of 2028 recruit is set to compete in both football and baseball for the university’s athletic programs.
Thomas, recognized for his abilities in two distinct sports, plans to join the Oregon State football team as a quarterback. In addition to his contributions on the gridiron, he has also committed to playing for the Oregon State baseball team, where his role is expected to be as a pitcher and outfielder.
The decision marks a significant step for the high school athlete, who will be balancing commitments across two collegiate sports. The specific timeline for his enrollment and participation in team activities was not detailed in the provided information.
Thomas’s commitment to Oregon State signifies a dual-sport path, a choice that often requires significant dedication and athletic versatility. Further details regarding his training regimen or specific athletic achievements at Willamette High School were not available.
His commitment places him among the recruits for the 2028 academic year. The university has a history of supporting student-athletes who participate in multiple sports, though the specifics of Thomas’s integration into both teams will unfold over time. The nature of his recruitment process and any potential scholarship details were not disclosed.
Oregon State University, located in Corvallis, Oregon, competes in the NCAA Division I Pac-12 Conference for most sports. The football program and the baseball program are both established components of the university’s athletic department.
Information regarding whether this commitment represents a final decision or if other universities were considered was not provided. The athlete’s current academic standing or any specific accolades beyond his dual-sport recognition were also not detailed. His focus will now shift towards preparing for collegiate athletics, beginning with the Class of 2028 cohort.
The commitment to play quarterback in football and pitcher/outfielder in baseball highlights Thomas’s diverse athletic skill set. The athletic department at Oregon State has not released further details regarding Thomas’s expected role or development plan for either team at this time. This commitment is a notable development for Willamette High School athletics as well, showcasing a student-athlete moving on to the collegiate level in two sports. His decision to commit to Oregon State is a key event in his athletic career trajectory as a member of the 2028 recruiting class.
Story summarized from the original created by Isaac Streeter on bendbulletin.com, see more information here.
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