COMMITTED!! 5/2/2026
UPDATED!
XAVIER BALA 2027 ST ANTHONYS HS, MELVILLE, NY # 14 RB >>> 6' 1" 215, // 40> 4.54 / VJ 33"/ BJ 9' 8"/ SH 4.28/ BP 225 x 6
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Xavier Bala is a standout class of 2027 running back from St. Anthony’s High School (Melville, NY), measuring 6'1" and 210-215 lbs. A highly recruited prospect, he finished his 2025 junior season with 1,411 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns, attracting offers from major programs including Alabama, Ohio State, Nebraska, and Syracuse.
Player Profile & Recruitment
Recruiting Status: Finalists include Virginia, Wake Forest, Boston College, and Syracuse.
Announcement: Set to announce his commitment on May 2, 2026, after previously planning a Jan. 10 announcement.
Key Accolades: 2025 Navy All-American National Combine RB MVP, 4-star prospect by some outlets.
Playing Style & Stats
2025 Junior Stats: 1,411 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns.
Style: Described as a physical, explosive, and shifty "every down" back.
Physical Metrics: 6'1" and 215lbs.
Bala is known to be a multi-sport athlete, also competing in boxing. He has been heavily recruited by Virginia in spring 2026, receiving an in-home visit from their coaching staff.
Some of the schools heavily recruiting Bala are: NEB, OST, BC, ALA, VA, MD, IL, PST, & others