Mater Dei’s Star Freshman Cornerback: Jayden Crowder

Jayden Crowder is a 2026 recruit who plays Cornerback at Mater Dei High School. Crowder is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2026 and is ranked among one of the top Cornerbacks in the class as well. In addition, Crowder is listed among one of the top recruits in the state of California and is listed among one of the top Cornerbacks in the state of California. He holds offers from schools such as Texas A&M, Miami and Michigan State.

Who are some role models in your life?

My role model in my life is my dad, he has been beside me for everything l’ve gone through and throughout my football career.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

My favorite artist to listen to before every game is NBA YoungBoy.

What are the strengths of your game?

The strengths of my game are my playmaking abilities and my man coverage skills.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory of my career so far was when I scored in the National Championship last year against St. John Bosco, although it got overturned.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best players I have played with so far are Trent Mosley and Jonah Smith.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Continue working hard, block out distractions and ignore any negativity people have to say.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

If I could travel anywhere in the world, I would travel to Hawaii.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I fell in love with the game of football when I was 5 years old.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

I would like to meet Sauce Gardner in the future.