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David Sanders

Offensive tackle/Defensive lineman
PROVIDENCE DAY SCHOOL
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA
JUNIOR
Height: 6-FOOT-7
Press Release

Peak Performance

11

Pancake Blocks

24

Tackles

4

Sacks

32

Quarterback Hurries
“David is an exceptional young man and a model student-athlete—he’s also the most gifted player I’ve ever coached. He can dominate on both sides of the ball and is always a threat to block a kick. When we turn him loose, he’s an unstoppable force and fun to watch. He also has authentic charisma and leadership skills on the field that naturally influences teammates to follow his example. But it’s his ability to remain humble, grounded, hardworking and team-first that truly separates him.”
Chad Grier
Head Coach - PDS head coach
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Athletic Excellence

The 6-foot-7, 270-pound junior two-way lineman anchored a front five that blocked for an offense that generated 3,758 passing yards and 8.6 yards per rushing attempt this past season, leading the Chargers (12-1) to the NCISAA Division I state title. Playing all fall with a torn labrum in his shoulder, Sanders graded out at 93 percent on his individual blocking, recording 11 pancake blocks. On defense, he compiled 24 tackles, four sacks and 32 quarterback hurries, also breaking up two passes and both forcing and recovering a fumble. Ranked as the nation’s No. 1 recruit in the Class of 2025 by 247Sports, he was named the Charlotte Independent School Athletic Association’s 2023 Offensive Player of the Year.

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Academic Achievement

Sanders has maintained a B average in the classroom. He will begin his senior year of high school this fall. 

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Exemplary Character

President of the PDS Student Diversity Club, Sanders has volunteered on behalf of the Alexander Youth Network for Foster Children and the Grant Williams Family Foundation. He has also served as a student intern with Novant Health Orthopedic Surgery.