The Chandler (Ariz.) High five-star traveled perhaps the farthest to compete and did a nice job, throwing with accuracy and rhythm, making off-platform throws, and being consistent at all stations
earning a spot among the top performers.
As much as college coaches love Mencl for what he can do physically, they also covet his intangibles as a leader, the high football IQ, and being a terrific teammate. Four schools have moved to the front of the pack in Oregon, Auburn, Miami and Penn State. His family is finalizing spring visits to each campus. A college decision would likely come soon after those trips.
“Relationships is the No. 1 thing in deciding a school and then not rushing the process,” Mencl said. “Making sure I’m making the right decision and not second-guessing myself so when it feels right, pull the trigger.”
Mencl used to live in South Florida and is excited about the way things are going with Miami.
“Like I said with Auburn, you can’t argue results,” Mencl said. “With what Cam Ward did and what Carson Beck did and what Darian Mensah is about to do I feel like that is really difficult to argue. And then my relationship with Coach (Shannon) Dawson is really strong and Coach (Mario) Cristobal I talk to him once a week on the FaceTime with him.”