By DUSTIN ARMBRUSTER
Hays Post
One of the most decorated football players and athletes in Hays High history made official his decision to continue his football career at Kansas State University.
The roller coaster ride started with offers from power five conference schools in search of bringing the linebacker to their campus. Then COVID hit and with it a hit to Meyers' opportunities. The NCAA granted players another season of eligibility. That opportunity for so many collegiate players limited the opportunities for players like Meyers. Offers that had been on the table were pulled off when established starters declared their intent to remain in school for another year.
In the end however, Meyers decided on a school that he thought would be the best fit for the player that he is and the one he can become.
Gavin Meyers
Among the many accolades that have Meyers name on it include the Sports in Kansas 5A Defensive Player of the Year, Western Athletic Conference Player of the Year, along with numerous all-state team lists.
He leaves the program as the all-time leading tackler, a mark he achieved early in his senior season. The leaderboard now show Gavin Meyers at the top with 385 tackles, over 130 more than second place. He is second in all-time tackles for loss at 43, behind only his future Wildcat teammate Gaven Haselhorst.
His career numbers feature a program high seven forced fumbles. Meyers names ranks second and third for most tackles in a single game at 23 and 22. He recorded 124 tackles this past fall which is second most in a single season, the 121 tacles from his sophomore year ranks third.
Coach Tony Crough
Meyers most recently completed a undefeated (37-0) wrestling season that was capped with the 220 pound 5A title. He is a three time qualifier, missing only his sophomore season with a broken jaw. He also qualified for the 5A state track meet in javelin his freshman season when he placed 3rd. He qualified for the 300 meter hurdles his junior season. The sophomore track season was canceled due to COVID-19.