MOUNT BERRY, Ga. – Head coach Luke Syverson is proud to announce the addition of 18 new student-athletes to the 2026-27 men's track and field roster.
Ellis Currie
Ellis is a native of Columbus, Georgia and the son of Allyson and Vaughn Currie. He graduated from Calvary Christian School as an AP student in three subjects. He was also a three-sport athlete as a member of the football, soccer, and track and field teams, earning both individual and team accolades in all three. Ellis will be majoring in engineering, and he chose Berry because of the tight knit community and strong engineering program. His biggest sports influences are his high school football and track and field coaches, and he enjoys fishing, weightlifting, video games, and hanging out with friends during his free time.
Hogan Hunter
Hogan is from Canton, Georgia and a graduate of Creekview High School. He was a pole vaulter for the track and field team, becoming a 2025 GHSA State Championship qualifier, and will be majoring in biology. He chose Berry because both of his parents attended Berry and were student-athletes themselves.
Stephen Prettyman
Stephen is from Macon, Georgia and the son of Amanda and Stephen Prettyman. He graduated from First Presbyterian Day School as a member of the National Honors Society for Mandarin Chinese. He was a member of the track and field, cross country, and soccer teams during his time there, eventually becoming a three-time state champion pole vaulter. Stephen will be majoring in accounting, and he chose Berry because it is a good college with high achieving athletically and academically. His biggest sports influence is Christiano Ronaldo, and he enjoys soccer, surfing, traveling, investing, and playing video games in his spare time.
Qamari Simmons
Qamari is native of Orlando, Florida and the son of Karrie Simmons. He graduated from Lyman High School as an honor roll student and won medals as a SECME Club member. As a member of the track and field team, he was a two-time MVP thrower in shot put, and received the Captains Award, Senior Award, and Most Improved Award. Qamari will be majoring in exercise science, and he chose Berry because it has everything he needed. He sees his mom as his biggest sports influence.
Jaiden Giovannetti
Jaiden is from Dillsburg, Pennsylvania and is the son of Marcelle and Joel Giovannetti. He graduated from Northern High School as an honor roll student and a member of the National Honors Society and Spanish National Honors Society. On the track, he was a two-time conference champion sprinter, finished his tenure fourth all time in the 100m and 200m, and holds the 4x100 relay school record. Jaiden is majoring in pre-physical therapy, and he chose Berry because of the beautiful campus, good academics, and competitive athletics program. His biggest sports influence is Jordan Anthony, and he enjoys lifting, running, playing basketball, video games, and watching sports in his free time.
Dylan Sargent
Dylan is from Athens, Georgia and graduated summa cum laude from North Oconee High School. He was a member of the track and field and football teams, becoming a three-year varsity letter in both and a state champion on the gridiron. He will be majoring in finance and chose Berry because it felt like the place he belonged. In his free time, Dylan enjoys running, working out, and watching football with friends.
Jordan Howard
Jordan is a native of Rome, Georgia and graduated from nearby Woodland High School. He became a county champion as a member of the track and field team, a 2025 Bartow County Champion in the 110 hurdles, and will be majoring in pre-veterinarian studies. Jordan chose Berry because it was close to home, and his biggest sports influence is Steph Curry. He also enjoys hanging out with friends, horror movies, and video games in his free time.
Isaiah Pendleton
Isaiah is a native of Woodstock, Georgia and graduated from Woodstock High School as a two-time state finalist, region high jump champion, and a two-time most valuable player. He will be majoring in animal science and minoring in chemistry, and he chose Berry because of the welcoming community and opportunity to achieve his goals. Isaiah's biggest sports influence is Dontavious Hill.
Calvin Davis
Calvin is a native of Winder, Georgia and the son of Natasha and Leroy Davis. He graduated from Apalachee High School as a three-time all-region academic team member in cross country, twice in track and field, and an honors graduate. He achieved 16 medals (seven gold, five silvers, four bronze) in track and field, two in cross country, qualified for sectionals twice, regionals all four years, and holds the school record in the 4x800 relay. Calvin will be majoring in engineering, and he chose Berry to get his dual degree in engineering and continue his athletic career. His biggest sports influence is Yared Nuguse, and he enjoys reading, drawing, running, and seeing nature in his free time.
Luke Feldman
Luke is from Suwanee, Georgia and joins the program after a year at Kennesaw State University. He previously graduated from North Gwinnett High School, where he was a two-time state qualifier on the track and field team as a pole vaulter. Luke will be majoring in exercise science, and he chose Berry to get out of his comfort zone and compete at the collegiate level. His biggest sports influence is his high school coach, and he enjoys hiking, traveling, cinematography, watching sports, and pursuing his faith in his spare time.
Elijah Neal
Elijah is a native of Comer, Georgia and the son of Billy and Stephanie Neal. He will be minoring in Spanish with his major undetermined. Elijah ran for Madison County High School where he graduated as the Valedictorian and an AP Scholar with distinction. Athletically he finished his career as the school record holder in the 5K and 4x800 while also qualifying for the state championships and being named First Team All-Region. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with friends, pickleball, watching tv and hiking. He sees his coach, Travis Knight as his biggest sports influence.
Tayt Snellgrove
Tayt is from Lake Park, Georgia and graduated of Valwood School as an honors and AP student. Athletically, he was a two-sport athlete in track and field and football, becoming a state champion in both. Tayt will be majoring in exercise science and chose Berry because it was close to home and it felt like the place where he could be the best version of himself. His biggest sports influence is Doug Flutie, and he enjoys hunting, fishing, lifting weights, and spending time with family and friends in his free time.
Porter Sentell
Porter is a native of LaFayette, Georgia and the son of Lee and Jeremy Sentell. He graduated from LaFayette High School as a member of the Beta Club and Honors Society. On the track, he was a three-time state qualifier in the 100m and 200m, while breaking three school records during that time. He will be majoring in marketing, and he chose Berry because of the relationships with the coaching staff and team. In his free time, he enjoys playing video games and hanging out with friends.
Xavier Norris
Xavier is a native of Atlanta, Georgia and the son of Sabrina Small. He graduated from Druid Hills High School on the honor roll and as a member of the football and track and field teams. He was named Comeback Athlete of the Year in 2025 and Best Defensive Lineman in 2023 and 2024 for his play on the gridiron, while also being named Rookie of the Year on the track in 2023. Xavier will be majoring in engineering, and he chose Berry because it felt like a home away from home. In his free time, he enjoys playing video games, beach volleyball, and cooking.
Daniel Garcia
Danny is from Kennesaw, Georgia and the son of Isabel and Roggi Garcia. He graduated from Harrison High School on the honor roll, received the Georgia Certificate of Merit, and the AP Scholarship with Honor. He also played football and track and field, becoming an honorable mention at both guard and tight end. Danny will be majoring in biology, and he chose Berry because of the opportunity to further develop his spiritual, athletic, and academic life.
Wolf Harbin
Wolf is a native of Dahlonega, Georgia and a graduate of Lumpkin County High School. In the classroom, he was an honor roll student and a Georgia Merit Scholar and as a student-athlete was regional champion on both the track and field and football teams. Wolf will be majoring in finance, and he chose Berry because it was the best fit for him. His biggest sports influence is James Harrison, and he enjoys eating, lifting, and playing video games in his free time.
Elijah Proctor
Elijah is from Lilburn, Georgia and the son of Andrea and Reid Proctor. At Greater Atlanta Christian School, he was a member of both the Beta Club and National Honors Society, and he finished eighth at the state championship in shot put and discuss during his senior year. He will be majoring in business, and he chose Berry because of the great business school and track and field program. His biggest sports influences are his high school throwing coaches, and he enjoys working out, playing video games, and reading the Bible in his free time.
Sean Hayes
Sean is a native of Kannapolis, North Carolina and the son of Beth and Brian Hayes. He graduated from Davidson Day School and will be majoring in environmental science. He chose Berry because of the nice campus and academics the school provides.
When asked about the impact these newcomers will have, coach Syverson said, "These 18 incoming men represent the largest class we have recruited in a number of years. We add depth and immediate contributors in almost every event area. Several of these guys will start off this fall on the football field and cross-country trails before their time on the track and throws field. Outside of Distance, we graduated very few guys off last year's team so we are excited about what this group of men will accomplish and add to our program."
