The inaugural class recognizes standout young athletes from across multiple sports, including football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, track and field and more.
Sixteen of the nation's top young athletes have been selected for the inaugural "UP NEXT: No Days Off" class, a new recognition program created by Whistle Sports and DAZN to spotlight standout competitors from across the country.
The inaugural class includes football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, track and field, golf, gymnastics, skateboarding, tennis and flag football athletes recognized for both athletic achievement and leadership away from competition.
Each honoree will receive a premium documentary-style episode exploring their journey, support system and pursuit of excellence before being presented with the Golden Whistle Plaque—an annual award recognizing athletes who exemplify the spirit of No Days Off.
Kaleb Herndon — Santa Margarita Catholic High School
A physically imposing 6-foot-5, 225-pound edge rusher from Santa Margarita Catholic (California), Herndon has quickly emerged as one of the nation's premier defensive prospects in the Class of 2028. Still just 15 years old, he already holds offers from Oregon, Miami and Texas A&M, with his size, athleticism and disruptive pass-rushing ability making him one of the most coveted young defenders in the country.
Credit story by Roland Padilla
- football
- football news story