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Russ Yeast

Running back/defensive back
CENTER GROVE HS
GREENWOOD, INDIANA
SENIOR
Height: 6-FOOT
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Peak Performance

152

Rushing yards

19

Rushing touchdowns

25

Tackles
“Russ Yeast is dynamic and plays multiple positions. He is dangerous and has a big impact. He is the most versatile player I've seen in a long time.”
Pat Mallory
Head Coach
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Athletic Excellence

The 6-foot, 185-pound senior running back and defensive back rushed for 1,525 yards and 19 touchdowns this past season, leading the Trojans (12-2) to the Class 6A state championship game. A transfer from Fremont Ross High in Ohio, Yeast scored 12 touchdow

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Academic Achievement

Yeast has maintained a 3.32 GPA in the classroom.

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Exemplary Character

He has volunteered locally with an elementary school literacy-outreach program and at a camp for children with disabilities. He has also donated his time as a youth football coach.