Thompson to NIU; Vorchack to Waldorf

SAN MARCOS, CA (3/20/2020) – Sophomore quarterback Rodney Thompson has signed with Northern Illinois University to continue his collegiate football career.

As a Comet, Thompson landed his way in the record book multiple times. Against San Diego Mesa College, he threw for 489 yards on 36 completions, both of which land him at No. 3 all-time in program history. He threw for 2835 yards with a completion rate of 60.4 percent. He had 25 passing touchdowns. Thompson proved his legs were just as valuable as his arm when he totaled 343 rushing yards. He had a career high 77 rushing yards against Cerritos College. He racked up four rushing touchdowns as well. Thompson is a St. Augustine alum and a bounce-back from Northern Arizona University.

Edwin Vorchack is the latest Comet to commit to Waldorf University, joining offensive lineman Anthony Escalante. Vorchack was a defensive back for the Comets out of Escondido High School. Vorchack recorded 19 tackles on the season for Palomar. He had a career high four tackles against San Diego Mesa. He recorded one forced fumble and one fumble recovery against Moorpark College and Cerritos College, respectively.

Northern Illinois is an NCAA Division I school and competes in the Mid-American Conference. Last season the Huskies were 5-7 overall and 4-4 in conference play.

Congrats to these two Comets!