Senior Yasir Jones Chasing Down Spot on All-State Team

Spectacular Huntington High School running back Yasir Jones is chasing down a spot on the All-State football team. The 6’2, 190 lb. teenager rushed 174 times for 1,258 yards and 24 touchdowns this fall, helping to lead the Blue Devils to seven wins and a spot in the Suffolk Division II semifinals.

“Yasir is one of the most dynamic and explosive running backs we have had at Huntington in many years,” head coach Ronald E. Wilson said. “His field vision, quickness and ability to create plays make him a true game-changing athlete. Over the past two seasons, Yasir not only excelled as our premier running back, but also stepped into the quarterback role when needed; a position he was not accustomed to, yet he embraced it with maturity and leadership. His versatility and competitiveness have been instrumental in our success.”

Jones’ 24 rushing touchdowns was the third most in the county. He also added 18 receptions for 199 yards and two receiving touchdowns. “While some may compare raw statistics, it is important to note that Yasir faced some of the toughest defenses in our division, yet his production never faltered,” Wilson said. “His relentless effort and consistency were driving forces behind our phenomenal season, culminating in a Big 4 championship, the program’s first in 12 years.”

In the county semifinals against a powerful Half Hollow Hills East team, Jones showcased his dominance by rushing for 125 yards and two touchdowns. “He has been our go-to guy in every aspect from running and catching out of the backfield to providing key blocks for our quarterback and receivers,” Wilson said. “Yasir’s all-around skill set and football IQ elevate everyone around him.”

All-Division on the football field in 2023 and 2024 and All-County this past fall, Jones was All-Division in track last spring. At Huntington he has played on the football and basketball teams and on the track and field team.

Jones was recognized twice this season by Newsday as a Gridiron Great and as the New York Jets’ high school Player of the Week. Newsday named him its Athlete of the Week, “further demonstrating his status as one of the elite players in the region,” Wilson said.