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Gideon Davidson

Running back/defensive back
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA
SENIOR
Height: 6-FOOT-0
Press Release

Peak Performance

2054

Rushing Yards

34

Rushing Touchdowns

95

Tackles

2

Interceptions Caught
“Gideon is by far the best back I have ever seen in high school football. Coaching against him the past four years, it’s clear that every year, he improves. As a senior, he has really bulked up, but has not lost a step when he carries the ball. His vision and explosion are special. He’s a game-changer.”
Dustin Russell
Head Coach - Rustburg High
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Athletic Excellence

At the time of his selection, the 6-foot, 200-pound senior running back and defensive back had led the Bulldogs to a 12-0 record and a berth in the Class 3 state semifinals. Davidson rushed for 2,054 yards and 34 touchdowns through 12 games. He also caught two TD passes and returned two kickoffs for scores. Defensively, Davidson entered the postseason round of four with 95 tackles and two interceptions. The 2023 Class 3 Offensive Player of the Year, he had 7,476 rushing yards and 118 touchdowns in his prep football career prior to the semis. 

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Academic Achievement

Davidson has maintained a 3.29 GPA in the classroom. At the time of his selection, he had made a verbal commitment to receive athletic aid to play football at Clemson University next fall.

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Exemplary Character

Davidson has volunteered locally with the Salvation Army and as a youth football coach. He has also donated his time to multiple community service initiatives through his church youth group.