Austin Thompson: Serra's Shutdown Safety
Serra Cavaliers safety Austin Thompson finished last season with 82 tackles, 45 of which were solo stops, and 3 interceptions, helping the team secure a CIF Southern Section Division 1 playoff berth. The Class of 2025 standout transferred from out-of-state powerhouse, Bishop Gorman in Nevada, and quickly earned a starting role in the Cavaliers' secondary. Thompson's impressive tackling numbers and ball-hawking ability have drawn comparisons to top-tier safety prospects. The CIF classification in Texas may have given Thompson a different level of competition, but the 6-foot-1, 190-pound safety has shown he can dominate on the field. This offseason, Thompson has been working on refining his coverage skills and improving his agility through rigorous summer camp training. Scouts are watching to see how Thompson adapts to the CIF's more competitive landscape and if he can maintain his high level of play in the upcoming season. His ability to read the quarterback and make game-changing plays will be crucial for the Cavaliers' success in 2026.