West Virginia Short Stint Ends as Brevard County’s Ric Darious Joins the Transfer Portal

West Virginia Short Stint Ends as Brevard County’s Ric Darious Joins the Transfer Portal

Farmer will have four years of eligibility

West Virginia Short Stint Ends as Brevard County’s Ric Darious Joins the Transfer Portal

Holy Trinity Speedway Star Leaves West Virginia for New Dash

In a move that’s making the campus buzz faster than a quarterback’s spiral, Former Holy Trinity Tiger, who was the 2022 Cocoa Tiger state champ and also a brief stop at MCC Hustler, has just hit the transfer portal after spending a year in the Blue and Grey trenches. The question on everyone’s lips? Where will he sprint next?

With four years of eligibility still at his fingertips, the wide‑receiver‑cornerback‑triple‑threat is ready to show us more than just his flashy route‑running. Coaches love him for that “wiggle” that lets him slide through the tightest of grates, and every tough catch turns into a routine triumph. His signature move? A sudden spin that throws defenders off their game plan.

Highlights that Keep the Red‑Zone Clock Running

  • 2022 Cocoa Tiger Glory – The team powered through an 11‑3 season, clinching Florida 2S with farmer’s domino effect: 63 receptions, 938 yards (an astounding 14.9 yards per catch), and 10 touchdowns.
  • All-Star High School Set‑Up – At Melbourne Central Catholic High School, coached by Nate Hooks, this athlete shone as both a wide‑receiver and a cornerback, painting a picture of versatility that left opponents in awe.
  • Two‑Time All‑State – The Florida Athletic Coaches Association (FACA) handed him a first‑team All‑State nod twice, cementing his reputation as a top‑tier talent.
  • Three‑Time All‑District Winner – In District 12, he nailed first‑team honors as a wide receiver during his junior and senior seasons and earned the same as a utility player in his sophomore year.

Senior Season Snapshot

  • Offense – 15 carries for 195 yards and 3 TDs; 18 receptions for 302 yards and 3 TDs.
  • Defense – 25 tackles (16 solo stops), forced a fumble, and returned an interception 100 yards for a touchdown.
Junior Year Heights

Leading the Cocoa Tigers to a state title, he recorded 63 receptions for 938 yards and 10 touchdowns – a total of 1,297 all‑purpose yards, including kickoff return yardage.

Early Roots at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy

He began his journey by racking up 387 rushing yards and 1,751 receiving yards in just his first two seasons, setting the stage for what would become a breathtaking career.

Recruiting Rings: The Bingo Line

Big names trailed after him—Arizona State, Boston College, Georgia Tech, Iowa State, Michigan State, Minnesota, UCF, Missouri, Nebraska, Penn State—yet he leaned into the West Virginia opponents first, ultimately giving our Blue and Grey a look of his sheer lightning.

As rumors swirl through the transfer portal tide, fans are by all accounts leaning on the calendar to see where he’ll next throw the ball. One thing is certain: give him a field, and watch the game turn from a serious contest to a dance.