Singleton – Berks Sports Report

Nick Singleton-PSU/Gov. Mifflin

Paul Roberts — Sat, 28 May 2022 19:19:00 +0000

James Franklin has made it clear this offseason that the Nittany Lions’ running game needs to improve. Penn State averaged 3.2 yards per carry last season. The Nittany Lions finished (7-6). Fans across the state are hoping Nick Singleton can provide a jolt to the ground attack in 2022. The former Gov. Mifflin standout was back in Berks County this weekend. The Reading Fightin Phils honored Singleton before their game in front of a packed house on Saturday evening. Singleton has received plenty of recognition over the past year. He was named the Gatorade National Offensive Player of the Year and Mr. PA Football for Class 4A-6A. The Maxwell Football Club presented Singleton with its National High School Offensive Player of the Year award. The explosive 215-pounder was ranked #57 overall in the Class of 2022 by ESPN which rated him as the third-best running back in the country. Singleton set Berks County career records with 6,326 rushing yards and 116 touchdowns. As a senior, he rumbled for 2,059 yards (12.7/carry) and scored 44 TDs. Singleton told me that his accomplishments wouldn’t have been possible without his coaches, teammates, and family. We talked about what his parents have meant to him. Singleton said he looked up to Saquon Barkley, Miles Sanders, and Journey Brown. I asked how he’s fitting in with the current running backs at Penn State. Singleton mentioned that they push each other every day. Keyvone Lee, Devyn Ford, and Caziah Holmes are all returning. Lee ran for a team-high 530 yards (4.9/carry) last season. Ford was limited to 14 carries. Freshman Kaytron Allen from IMG Academy in Florida could also be in the mix. Singleton noted that his coaches have been very pleased with his effort in the weight room. They’re also happy with his work in the classroom. Singleton stressed that he has always taken care of his schoolwork first. He confirmed that he does have a name, image, or likeness (NIL) deal. Singleton emphasized that he doesn’t regret enrolling early at all. He was able to make it back for the Gov. Mifflin prom. He had fun revealing who the top dancers are in the high school. Penn State kicks off its season at Purdue on September 1st. Singleton can’t wait for the first home game. The Nittany Lions face Ohio University on September 10th at Beaver Stadium. Singleton spoke highly of Sean Clifford’s leadership skills. The senior threw for 3,107 yards last year with 21 touchdowns and eight interceptions. He completed 61% of his passes. We discussed what it’s like practicing against Division I athletes, as opposed to high school players. Singleton led Gov. Mifflin to an (18-2) record over the past two seasons. The Mustangs won their first District 3 championship in 2020. Before Singleton greeted fans at FirstEnergy Stadium, I asked if he had ever played baseball before. He said he never did, but he believes he would’ve been a good hitter. I don’t think anyone who had the pleasure of watching Singleton over the last four years would doubt him.

Nick Singleton-Gov. Mifflin

Paul Roberts — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 22:42:00 +0000

The Mustangs remain undefeated with a 38-13 win over #4 seed Spring Grove in the District 3-5A semifinals. PSU commit Nick Singleton ran for 190 yards and 3TD on 20 carries. We talked about his jaw-dropping 32-yard score in the second quarter which put Gov. Mifflin up 14-7. The 218-pound senior crushed a defender at the 15-yard line! Singleton can bench press over 400 pounds and it showed on that play. The Rockets were within four points early in the third quarter after a 43-yard TD run by speedy 5’7 senior Zyree Brooks. Singleton would add TD runs of 37 and 17 yards to ice it. He gave credit to the offensive line, and said Spring Grove put up a good fight. The Rockets end up (10-2). Singleton likes what he’s seeing from Berks Catholic transfer Aiden Gallen at fullback. Gallen finished with 164 yards and a touchdown. I asked Singleton about playing linebacker which is something he enjoys. We also discussed Eden Johnson’s 37-yard TD pass to Braylon Stewart on 4th & 10 in the third quarter. Singleton is up to 6,289 career rushing yards and 114 touchdowns. Those are both Berks County records. The (10-0) Mustangs will host Exeter next Friday for the District 3-5A championship.

Nick Singleton-Gov. Mifflin

Paul Roberts — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 23:01:00 +0000

Penn State commit Nick Singleton ran for 246 yards and 4TD in a 54-21 win at Exeter. The 218-pound senior made the most of his 20 carries in a physical Section 1 matchup. Singleton told me the Mustangs were really looking forward to playing the Eagles. Singleton gave credit to several of his teammates including Trey Rock, Nate Goodman, and Tyler Minick who returned the opening kickoff 75 yards for a TD. The Mustangs are (6-0) and ranked #1 in the state in Class 5A. Singleton is up to 5,535 career rushing yards, a Berks County record. His TD runs at Exeter were from 7, 28, 43, and 64 yards. Find out the question that Singleton had a difficult time answering. Plus, you will hear about one of his favorite TV shows.

Nick Singleton-Gov. Mifflin

Paul Roberts — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:46:00 +0000

James Franklin made an appearance at Gov. Mifflin’s game vs. Harrisburg last week. Franklin arrived in Shillington in a helicopter and saw the Mustangs roll to a (49-13) win. I asked PSU commit Nick Singleton which teammate and coach would he trust the most to fly a helicopter! We also talked about the White Out against Auburn. Singleton is Berks County’s all-time rushing leader with 5,000 yards. The 218-pound senior is averaging 12 yards/carry. He told me that, “he can get a lot better.” Singleton discussed the keys to beating (3-0) Episcopal Academy on Friday. He ran for 155 yards and 3TD in the rout of Harrisburg. Singleton said he loves facing tough competition. Gov. Mifflin is the top-ranked team in the state in Class 5A.

Nick Singleton-Gov. Mifflin

Paul Roberts — Fri, 03 Sep 2021 23:44:00 +0000

Nick Singleton made history against rival Wilson in front of 5,000 fans. Singleton scored 3TD giving him the Berks County career record with 80TD! Wilson grad Iggy Reynoso was the previous record holder with 79TD. Singleton finished with 15 carries for 130 yards against the Bulldogs. He also made an interception in a 42-14 win. The Penn State commit is up to 4,684 career rushing yards. Singleton had a brief message for Nittany Lions’ fans. He also talked about playing against his cousins Jadyn and Cam Jones of Wilson.

Nick Singleton-Gov. Mifflin

Paul Roberts — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 19:44:00 +0000

Nick Singleton was the most highly recruited running back in Berks County history. I asked him why he chose Penn State and how difficult it was to say no to Nick Saban. Singleton was a Class 5A All-State pick and the Berks County Player of the Year. The 218-pound senior ran for 1,300 yards last season. He averaged 12.5 yards per carry with 24 TD in only 8 games! Singleton needs 512 rushing yards to break the all-time Berks County record. You’ll find out exactly how much he can lift and how fast he can run. It’s no surprise that Singleton is one of the top high school RB’s in the country. He’s also extremely humble off the field.

Nick Singleton-Gov. Mifflin

Admin — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 16:06:54 +0000

Gov. Mifflin’s Nick Singleton ran for 160 yards on 19 carries with 4TD in a 48-7 win at Wilson. ESPN ranks Singleton as the #16 RB in the 2022 class. He has nearly 30 D1 offers including ⁦ @psufootball ⁩ ⁦ @GMSDAthletics ⁩ ⁦ @GovMifflinSD

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