NFF Hampshire Honor Society honors program-best 11 UNLV players

UNLV offensive lineman Anton Ambuehl (75) is shown during practice at the Fertitta Football Complex at UNLV Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. Photo by: Steve Marcus

A UNLV program-record 11 football players were recognized as members of the 2025 National Football Foundation Hampshire Honor Society, surpassing the previous record of eight honorees established last year.

The Rebels honored include: offensive lineman Anton Ambuehl, tight end Kaleo Ballungay, safety Jalen Catalon, wide receiver Jacob De Jesus, defensive lineman Jalen Dixon, long snapper Walker Hardan, defensive lineman Tatuo Martinson, tight end Christian Moore, punter Marshall Nichols, wide receiver Ricky White III, and linebacker Jackson Woodard.

The society welcomed 2,532 players from 339 schools, setting a record for membership in the program’s 19-year history. The society has recognized 20,946 student-athletes since its inception.

To qualify, student-athletes must maintain a minimum 3.2 grade point average and serve as a starter or significant contributor during their final year of eligibility.