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Anthony Walters
Freshman (R)
Defensive Back
Philadelphia, PA/Cardinal O'Hara

High School: Played quarterback, wide receiver, and defensive back at Cardinal O’Hara High School for head coach Dan Algeo...led team to two-year record of 20-4, including the Philadelphia Catholic League title his junior year in 2004...intercepted 11 passes, returning three for touchdowns, while passing for 500 yards, rushing for 500 yards, receiving for 200 yards, and making 13 tackles as a senior...earned numerous awards as a senior in 2005, including second team All-State, first team All-Catholic, first team All-Delaware County, first team All-Southeastern Pennsylvania, first team All-Delaware County Daily Times, and first team All-City...was named named Catholic League Most Valuable Player...played in state’s Big 33 All-Star Game in June in Hershey, PA...also a three-year starter in basketball for head coach Bud Gardler...averaged 11.0 points per game as a senior and 9.0 points and 5.0 assists per game as a junior...weekly Markward Award winner as Philadelphia area Player of the Week...nominated for Maxwell Club Award as most outstanding high school football player in the Philadelphia area.

At Delaware: Redshirt freshman who will be a key member of Blue Hens’ young but talented defensive secondary...charismatic player who combines outstanding speed and size...slated to take over starting right cornerback spot after graduation of veteran Rashaad Woodard...has good nose for the football...could also see action on special teams...earned starting spot with an outstanding spring...was one of the stars of the Blue-White Spring Game in April as he posted seven tackles (six solo) and three pass breakups...2006: Did not see game action as a true freshman...retained freshman eligibility...team went 5-6 for head coach K.C. Keeler.

Personal: Anthony M. Walters...born Sept. 19, 1988...son of Deitrick and Lisa Bloxom...undecided on major at Delaware...enjoys playing football video games in his spare time.

 
 
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