Here is a list of the student-athletes who have committed to compete at Lake Erie College in the sport of football for the 2009-10 academic year:

Jordan Barbina     Union Local HS     QB
"Jordan is an outstanding quarterback with huge upsides. He should provide competition at the QB spot, but is capable of playing a variety of positions."

Ben Bryan    Carrollton HS     DL
"Ben is a hard-working defensive lineman who finds a way to the football. He should work at the defensive end for the Storm."

Schyler Chappell     Kirtland HS     OL
"Schyler was a two-way standout for Kirtland High School. He's a solid technician with a mean streak and will compete for a spot on the offensive line."

Tyler Collins     Eastlake North HS     LB
"Tyler is a rangy local defensive standout who makes plays on defense. He should compete at the outside linebacker position."

Devon Coman     Akron North HS     RB/DB
"Devon is a multi-talented prospect who has highlights on both sides of the ball. He will be expected to make an impact as an offensive skill guy."

Jevon Cook     Brush HS     DB
"Jevon is a quick and athletic defensive back. He has outstanding coverage and ball skills. He makes plays on defense and is also an outstanding wrestler."

Donta Covington     Akron North HS     RB/DB
"Donta is an athlete. He could be a factor at a number of positions. He's excelled as a running back, receiver, defensive back and kick returner."

Bill Desiderio     Iroquois Central (N.Y.)     LB
"Bill is a physical, hard-nosed linebacker. He enjoys playing defense. He will compete at inside linebacker positions."

Brendan Gallagher     Aurora HS     QB
"Brendan is another outstanding quarterback with many intangibles. He led Aurora High School to a State Championship while playing on a torn ACL. He's a tough, gritty leader."

Mark Gehrisch     Eastlake North HS     LB
"Mark is a play-making linebacker. He runs very well and finds a way to the football. He could compete at all of the linebacker slots."

Zane Huston     Bellvue HS     DL
"Zane is a versatile defensive football player. He's excelled as both linebacker and defensive lineman and fits well with Lake Erie's defensive scheme."

Cody Kaser     Wooster Tri-Way HS     OL
"Cody is an outstanding offensive lineman that plays big. He has the size and the ability to compete for time on the Storm offensive line."

Ricky Kaydo     Edgewood HS     WR
"Ricky is a versatile wide receiver. He runs great routes and has the size to give some defenses match-up problems. He also catches the ball well in traffic."

Nick Krantz     Mentor HS     DB
"Nick is a versatile defensive back prospect. He's played both safety and corner. He has the unique skill set that will allow him to compete at several secondary spots."

Wayne Kresek     Independence HS     OL
"Wayne should add needed depth to the Storm offensive line. He can play center and guard. He's consistent, steady and gets the job done."

Bryant Laparo     Bellvue HS     DL
"Bryant is big, physical and athletic. He has the ability to dominate the line of scrimmage. He runs extremely well for a big man."

Taylor Leppla     Cambridge HS     DL
"Taylor is an athletic defensive football player. He runs exceptionally well and is a play maker in the defensive side of the ball."

Clay Lust     Olentangy Liberty     LB
"Clay is a linebacker prospect with excellent size and skills. He could play inside or outside and could eventually grow into a defensive end."

Ricky Manco     Brunswick HS     DB
"Ricky is a big, rangy athlete who has excelled at quarterback and defensive back. He could eventually become a fast, athletic outside linebacker."

Sam Marcotte     Chardon HS     K
"Sam is a local football and soccer standout. He's an exceptional kicker and punter. He has a big, consistent leg and should bring consistency to the kicking game."

Joseph Nagle     Newbury HS     RB
"Joseph is a hard-working running back. He has great vision and determination. He should benefit from our system and offensive line."

Jake Nicol     Delaware Hayes HS     RB
"Jake is a skilled receiver and play maker. He should fit nicely into our system. He should compete for time as a slot receiver."

Russell Paugh     Beaver Local HS     DL
"Russell has the frame to be a big-time player. He could play on either side of the ball and will compete initially on the defensive line."

Parris Perdue     McKeesport HS (Pa.)     DB
"Parris is a shut-down corner. He has great size and athletic skills for a defensive back. He should be a factor in the secondary immediately."

Neil Perko     Kirtland HS     WR/Slot
"Neil is an athletic and versatile player from Kirtland High School's State Runners-Up team. He could play multiple positions on the offensive side of the ball for the Storm."

Jordan Sandidge     Madison HS     RB
"Jordan is a talented, local running back prospect. He led Madison High School to State Playoffs as a senior. He runs with power, as well as speed. He should be a good fit in the Lake Erie offense."

Joseph Siefer     Sylvania Southview     TE
"Joseph is an athletic tight end with wide receiver skills. He can also flex out and work at receiver. He played on a State Championship team."

Bryan Standiford     Cambridge HS     OL
"Bryan is a big and consistent offensive lineman. He's a smart football player who gets the job done. He's also an outstanding student."

De'Ante Starks     Warren Harding HS     OL
"De'Ante is an offensive center prospect. He has the size and ability to dominate. He will help to fill the need at the center position."

Mike Thomas     McDonald HS     RB
"Mike is a productive athlete with great ball skills. He makes plays with the ball in his hands. He should compete as a slot receiver."

Michael Tirone     Montour HS     LB
"Michael is a talented linebacker prospect. He's a play maker on the defensive side of the ball. He finds a way to get to the football."

Andre Wells     Villa Angela St. Joseph's HS     RB/DB
"Andre is a talented local prospect. He's very productive as a quarterback, running back and defensive back." He's a game breaker and could compete for time at several positions."

Dylan White     Brockport HS (N.Y.)     TE
"Dylan is a two-way standout from New York. He has excelled at tight end and defensive end. He will also play lacrosse for Lake Erie."

Ben Wolf     Mount Gilead HS     OL
"Ben is a a big, aggressive, physical lineman. He's an excellent run blocker with an excellent point of attack. He will compete at offensive tackle."

Joseph Zigler     Newton Falls HS     DB
"Joseph is a big play guy. He's played well at receiver and defensive back and will initially compete for time in the Storm secondary."

Additional student-athletes will be added to this list.
Comments are from Storm head coach Mark McNellie.