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Chase Ames, a standout quarterback from Dripping Springs High School in Texas, has announced his commitment to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) football program. The announcement came on July 16, following a visit that left a lasting impression on the signal-caller.
Ames explained that in the current college football landscape, finding the right fit is paramount. He stated that it is better to choose a program where he can compete for playing time early and develop under a coaching staff that can elevate his game, rather than sitting on the bench at a Power 4 school. He praised Coach Bush and the UTRGV community for their dedication to building the program into an FCS powerhouse, and he expressed his commitment to contributing to that vision.
During his visit, Ames met with the coaching staff and toured the facilities, which he described as some of the best he had ever seen. He highlighted the staff's genuine interest in player development and their ability to make him feel at home. Ames also noted that Coach Bush had offered him during the visit, and he quickly accepted, citing their growing relationship and the coach's deep knowledge of the game.
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Ames comes off a record-setting junior season, throwing for 3,736 yards and 48 touchdowns with a 71% completion rate, while also adding three rushing scores. Dripping Springs finished 12-2, falling in the Texas Class 6A Division II Region IV Final to Vandegrift. Looking ahead to the 2026 season, Ames aims to lead the Tigers to a deeper playoff run and a potential state championship appearance at AT&T Stadium. He is focused on executing the offense, minimizing mistakes, and possibly breaking his own school records.
In addition to UTRGV, Ames held offers from North Texas, East Carolina, Lamar, and Prairie View A&M. His commitment adds to a growing recruiting class for the Vaqueros, which includes offensive lineman Wyatt Moebes, running back Trevon Johnson, safety Tyler Bush, defensive lineman Chase Leonard, safety Kaden Jacobs, and EDGE Adrain Felton Jr.
Originally reported by headtopics.