Eli Waterdown contributes to SHS football despite shoulder injury

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:52 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

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Eli Waterdown, a senior defensive back for Sequoyah football, is sidelined due to a spring shoulder surgery. Although he has not been cleared for practice, Waterdown remains an impactful presence during fall practices, assisting teammates by calling out plays and routes. He aims to maintain his skills and support his team while recovering, demonstrating leadership on the sidelines. Waterdown is scheduled for a follow-up appointment on August 7 and hopes to resume physical activities in time for the season opener on August 21.

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  • Waterdown has not practiced since undergoing surgery.
  • He assists teammates during drills from the sidelines.
  • Coach Chad Hendrix highlights Waterdown's communication skills.
  • Waterdown recorded four interceptions last season.
  • Season opener is scheduled for August 21.
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  • 7:52 PMYahoo SportsDespite injury, Waterdown adding value to SHS football practices
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Senior Eli Waterdown hasn’t been cleared for practice yet, but he is still having an impact for Sequoyah football. While his teammates were hitting tackling dummies, running drills and simulating games, the senior defensive back has been on the sidelines. A spring shoulder surgery has kept him there for spring training, summer camps and now the first three days of fall practices. However, he ...

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