EC's Brotherton to Play D-I Football at Western Michigan

The star WR/RB announced his commitment on Monday.

Ryan Brotherton. Photo by Travis Thayer, Eagle Country 99.3.

(St. Leon, Ind.) – Another East Central High School football star has committed to a D-I school.

On Monday, soon to be senior running back and wide receiver Ryan Brotherton announced his commitment to Western Michigan University.

Brotherton (6’4”) broke onto the scene during his sophomore season when he totaled 619 rushing yards, 452 receiving yards, and 14 total touchdowns.

His numbers were even more impressive last fall when he helped the Trojans win the IHSAA Class 4A State Championship.

As a junior, Brotherton caught 35 passes for 859 yards and 11 touchdowns. He added 698 rushing yards and three scores.

For his efforts, Brotherton was named to the IFCA Class 4A Junior All-State Team.

Brotherton, who is listed as an athlete on the 247 Sports recruiting page, chose Western Michigan over the likes of Army, Ball State, Eastern Michigan, and Southeast Missouri State.

According to a tweet from Brotherton, WMU is recruiting him as a tight end.

Brotherton is the second Trojan to commit to a D-I school this spring. Josh Ringer recently committed to Miami (Oh.). Together, they make up one of the most productive duos in the state of Indiana. 

RELATED STORIES

Ringer is Oxford Bound After Commitment to Miami (Oh.)

Twelve Local High School Football Stars, Three Coaches Earn All-State Honors

More from Local Sports

Events

Lawrenceburg Main Street Seeking Participants for Winter Wonderland Nighttime Parade

The event takes place December 5 in downtown Lawrenceburg

America’s Adopt a Soldier Seeks 300K Thank-You Letters for Deployed Service Members and Veteran

National Care Letter Campaign invites families, schools, businesses and community groups to participate through Dec. 31

Switzerland County Golf Star Will Tee It Up at IU Southeast

Alexis Mangold has made her college choice after an incredible high school career.

East Central Lands on IBCA, ICGSA Polls to Start 2026-27 Season

The Lady Trojans have a ton of talent back from a team that won 21 games last season

OA's Hautman Receives Mental Attitude Award at State Championship

Ryan Hautman is a tremendous goalkeeper who also excels in the classroom

On Air

Eagle Country 99.3 playing
Dierks Bentley - Settle For A Slowdown

Fox News Fox News National Newscast 10:03
Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton Islands in the Stream 9:59
Dustin Lynch Seein' Red 9:55
Tracy Lawrence Renegades, Rebels & Rogues 9:53