Wadley earns back-up role as freshman at UTEP

The Kennedale News had reported last week that Wadley was in the running along with two others for the back-up position after Trayvon Hughes (So) was lost to the season with a knee injury.

?He?s going to play for us this year out of necessity,? Kugler told Broaddus. ?I really loved what I saw out of camp with him. I?m not afraid to put talent on the field if they?re ready.?

Kugler also added Wadley to the list of individuals who performed the best during summer camp?a list that was made up of predominately seniors or returning starters.

But what is it that makes the 6-foot, 180-pound running back so special? According to Broaddus, Wadley is able to combine swift agility with running power to evade defenders. He also reads defenses at an accelerated level as he is able to spot holes to run through.

?It?s just my competitive nature,? Wadley told Broaddus. ?It was how I was always taught how to play the game?to be the toughest out there.?

It was his resume prior to UTEP that attracted the coaching personnel. The high school standout played varsity football at Kennedale High School and rushed for 2,511 yards with 45 touchdowns. He was a strong kickoff returner and also helped his squad to a 12-1 record. Wadley was named to the 4A All-State football first team due to his dominant senior campaign.

 

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