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Cal football adds top JUCO prospect Alius Mayo from Stockton

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 11:03 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Cal football adds top JUCO prospect Alius Mayo from Stockton
Summary

On August 2, Alius Mayo, the nation's No. 1 JUCO prospect, announced his commitment to Cal at Lincoln High School in Stockton. The 6-foot-4 cornerback chose Cal over numerous top programs, including Alabama and LSU. A graduate of Lincoln High, Mayo had a standout junior college career at Modesto College, where he recorded five interceptions last season. Planning to enroll at Cal in January 2027, Mayo expressed excitement about reuniting with family during games and the coaching staff's appeal. He aims to continue his development on a team beginning a new era under head coach Tosh Lupoi.

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  • •Mayo announced his commitment on August 2 during a local event.
  • •He recorded 30 tackles and five interceptions at Modesto College.
  • •Mayo chose Cal over offers from Alabama, LSU, and others.
  • •He plans to enroll at Cal in January 2027.
  • •First-year coach Tosh Lupoi's staff influenced his decision.
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  • 11:03 PMYahoo Sports — Cal football lands nation's No. 1 JUCO prospect Alius Mayo from Stockton
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Stockton native and nation's No. 1 JUCO prospect Alius Mayo committed to Cal on Sunday. He explains why he chose the Golden Bears.

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