Breaking: Massive News as Southern Miss Has Expanded Its List Of Commitments For The Class Of ’25

Southern Miss has expanded its list of commitments for the class of ’25 by securing a promising local linebacker from Oak Grove. He shared his thoughts on his decision to commit.

In today’s era of the transfer portal, high school athletes’ commitments allow coaching staffs to be more selective with their offers, leading most schools to reduce the number of offers they extend to high school athletes. Despite this trend, Henderson emerged as an irresistible prospect for the Golden Eagles. After catching the Southern Miss staff’s attention, he solidified his position as a top target during a camp.

“I attended the camp, worked hard, and felt great about my performance,” Henderson explained. “After the camp, I spoke with Coach Whitehead and Coach Hall about the possibility of playing for USM, which led to Coach Hall offering me.” Shortly after receiving the offer, he promptly informed the staff of his decision.

“Several aspects of USM caught my attention, such as the program’s hospitality, the coaches’ passion, and the welcoming environment,” he remarked. “I believe I can truly make an impact there, which ultimately influenced my choice to commit.”

Coach Chad Williams has taken the lead in recruiting Henderson, establishing a strong rapport with the entire staff. “Coach Whitehead and I have a great relationship,” Henderson explained. “I trust him completely. As for Coach Chad (Williams), I believe he can guide me toward success and development.”

“Coach Hall has shown genuine interest in me, and I feel a strong connection with him. The coaching staff has been very welcoming, and I’m eager to build relationships with all of them.” Coach Hall is transparent about his goal to recruit local athletes and secure them for Southern Miss. Henderson shares this vision and is excited about the prospect of living near his future home.

“Being close to home is a significant advantage for me at USM because my support system is here,” he added. “My family is everything to me, and it was definitely a factor in my decision to commit.”