From high-profile college football players to workers honing highly-specialized crafts, from freshman working their way up in the ranks to veteran skilled trades professionals breaking down stereotypes in their fields, Wolverine has assembled a crew of individuals who embody what it means to be blue-collar.
Meet the crew:
Energetic and dynamic, Donovan Edwards is known for the electric plays he brings to the game. He lights up the field with his explosive plays in the running back position.
Traveling welder, self-proclaimed “girly-girl,” and proud first-generation Hispanic American, Saray Hernandez is sparking change in the trades by breaking the mold of what it means to be “blue-collar.
A defensive tackle with a relentless motor and the resilience of a brick house, Mason Graham embodies what it means to be blue-collar with his toughness, physicality, and reliability.
As just a sophomore year in high school, Duncan Ruby is determined to gain as much hands-on experience as he can in the trades to lay the foundation for a successful career in construction.
In addition to working with complex wiring as an electical foreman at a hospital, Stephen Madrosen has built an online community dedicated to educating and inspiring future generations of electricians.
A tough and hard-nosed fullback, Max Bredeson packs a punch and paves the way for the running game by doing a thankless but extremely necessary blue-collar job on the field: blocking.
Originally from a small town in Idaho, Colston Loveland learned early on that you have to work for everything–nothing’s handed to you. His on-field excellence as a tight end is the product of his discipline, patience, and work ethic.
Wit, grit, and resourcefulness. A woodworker, breast cancer survivor, and content creator with a highly-engaged audience, Leah Houghtaling lives her “leave no scrap behind” mantra with every project that enters her workshop.
An All-American stud at the cornerback position, Will Johnson’s elite physical tools allow him make plays that change the game for his team.
Since buying and restoring a 1967 Ford Mustang at the age of 14, Carter Worm has continued to grow his automotive passions and skills while working as a fabricator, machinist, and technician.
An ultra-strong Texas native with the athleticism it takes to generate impactful moments for his team, Alex Orji is a quarterback with the rare fusion of running and throwing.
A skilled welder specializing in the construction and maintenance of water tower tanks, Miggie Milan has earned a reputation for precision and craftsmanship in his work.
Freshman Blake Frazier is following in his father’s footsteps as a member of the Wolverines’ offensive line. With a blue-collar mentality and built-to-win attitude, he is ready to get to work.
This season, Benjamin Hall is ready to use his speed and strength to etch his name next to the legendary Michigan running backs he studied under as a freshman apprentice.
Growing up, Grace Colone’s electrician grandfather showed her the sense of accomplishment that can come from working with your hands. Now, she’s dedicated to mastering her craft and setting the example that women can thrive in the trades.
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