Simote Katoanga
Status:
Committed
HIGH SCHOOL

Simote Katoanga

Defensive End
6′5″ / 250 lbs
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Santa Margarita Catholic
Class of 2026
Rating: 94
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National Avg
Rating: 91.9
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School Preferences

School
Interest
Offer
Official Visit
USC
Committed
2/23/2025
Arizona
Medium
Kansas
Medium
Missouri
Medium
Ohio State
Medium
Oklahoma State
Medium
Sacramento State
Medium
Texas
Medium
Utah
Medium
Notre Dame
None
Arizona State
None
California
None
Central Michigan
None
Clemson
None
Georgia
None
Marshall
None
Miami
None
Michigan State
None
Nebraska
None
Oregon
None
San Diego State
None
South Florida
None
Tennessee
None
Texas A&M
None
UCLA
None
UNLV
None
Washington
None
Washington State
None
Western Michigan
None
Wisconsin
None
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Simote Katoanga Sophomore Highlights
Junior Regular Season Highlights

Updates

Matt  Freeman
7 mo ago by Matt Freeman
Verified Testing Numbers from Under Armour in LA
Here are some verified testing numbers from last weekend's Under Armour camp in LA. 2026 DL Malik Brooks (USC commit/ND offer) HT: 6-2.9WT: 350Wingspan: 75.310-yard: 2.0640: 5.69Shuttle: 5.45Broad: 6-4.72026 DL Simote Katoanga (USC commit/ND offer)HT: 6-4.4WT: 255Wingspan: 79.910-yard: 1.8140: 5.02Shuttle: 4.95Broad: 8-10.12026 CB Brandon Lockhart (USC commit/ND offer)HT: 6-2.5WT: 166Wingspan: 74.4Broad: 9-4.42026 RB Deshonne Redeaux (USC commit) HT: 5-10.4WT: 192Wingspan: 70.2Shuttle: 4.42Broad: 9-172026 TE Colby Simpson (Utah commit) HT: 6-5.2WT: 224Wingspan: 77.6Shuttle: 4.72Broad: 8-4.22026 LB Samu Moala (Texas A&M/ND offer) HT: 6-4.2WT: 240Wingspan: 79.410-yard: 1.9240: 5.08Shuttle: 4.51Broad: 8-10.42026 DE Richard Wesley (ND offer) HT: 6-4.7WT: 252Wingspan: 772027 DE Alifeleti Tuihalamaka (ND offer)HT: 6-3.1WT: 265Wingspan: 79.710-yard: 1.8140: 5.22Shuttle: 4.74Broad: 8-8.52027 DL Sione Felila (ND offer) HT: 6-2.1WT: 311Wingspan: 78.410-yard: 1.9840: 5.45Shuttle: 4.95Broad: 7-32027 DL Elija Harmon (ND offer) HT: 6-2.4 WT: 300Wingspan: 79.710-yard: 1.8840: 5.46Shuttle: 4.88Broad: 7-8.22027 CB Jailen Hill (ND offer) HT: 6-1.5WT: 167Wingspan: 79.310-yard: 1.7940: 4.74Shuttle: 4.42Broad: 8-5.92027 LB Taven Epps (Texas commit/ND offer) HT: 6-3.7WT: 235Wingspan: 78.110-yard: 1.9340: 5.12Shuttle: 4.62Broad: 8-8.12027 QB Brady Edmunds (Ohio State commit) HT: 6-5.5WT: 219Wingspan: 76.710-yard: 1.8140: 4.99Broad: 8-9.42027 DL Kasi Currie (High end P4 offers) HT: 6-4.5WT: 315Wingspan: 79.810-yard: 1.9540: 5.38Shuttle: 5.35Broad: 7-6.72026 QB Troy Huhn (Penn State commit/ND offer)HT: 6-4.4WT: 212Wingspan: 77.110-yard: 1.7340: 4.79Shuttle: 4.46Broad: 9-1.1Under Armour Navy Notre Dame Fighting Irish Tech Vent Performance Short
ISD Intel | Behind The Scenes Of Notre Dame Recruiting
8 mo ago by ISD Staff
ISD Intel | Behind The Scenes Of Notre Dame Recruiting
Several 2026 prospects we think the Irish currently lead for, checking back in on a couple top 2027 prospects, additional info on the new assistants, 2026 offensive line updates and more.
Matt  Freeman
10 mo ago by Matt Freeman
The Latest | 2026 DE Simote Katoanga
2026 J Serra Catholic (Calif.) defensive lineman Simote Katoanga had Marcus Freeman, Al Washington, Mike Brown and Max Bullough stop by his school on Monday. I'm told the visit went great. In fact, Katoanga told me he would visit Notre Dame this spring and then return for an official visit in the summer. "It was great and I always feel like a priority with Notre Dame," said Katoanga. "I will be back in South Bend for spring practice and an official visit. I definitely have to come out to see my bro, Madden (Faraimo)."https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19606517/672713b2c73931a0da170615Notre Dame Fighting Irish x Guinness Here Come the Irish Stadium Fleece Crewneck
Making Moves | Notre Dame Football on the Recruiting Trail 1.27
10 mo ago by Matt Freeman
Making Moves | Notre Dame Football on the Recruiting Trail 1.27
Notre Dame's coaching staff will be on the road on Monday, which includes Marcus Freeman making a trip to Southern California.
2026 Notre Dame Recruiting Notes | Defense
11 mo ago by Matt Freeman
2026 Notre Dame Recruiting Notes | Defense
We dive into 2026 recruiting and take a look at some of Notre Dame top targets on the defensive side of the ball.
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99-100: Elite national prospect (Five-star)

Considered one of the best prospects in the nation and a likely difference-maker at the collegiate level. Displays all of the physical skills to be a future All-American with potential to be an early-round NFL draft pick.

90-98: Elite state prospect (Four-star)

Considered one of the best 30-40 prospects in the state and a top 250 national prospect. Displays the physical skills to be a major early contributor at the collegiate level with high professional potential.

80-89: Quality prospect (Three-star)

Considered one of the best 100 prospects in the state and a top 500 national prospect. Displays the physical skills to develop into a contributor over the course of his college career. Has the ability to become a professional prospect over time with development.

70-79: Solid prospect (Two-star)

Considered one of the top 250 prospects in the state. Has the physical skills to be a potential contributor at a D-1 program over the course of his collegiate career with significant development. Professional potential is low.
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