Breaking: Loia Valade Reclasses to C/O ’26, Enrolls at Texas A&M Early

Christian Proscia

August 19, 2026
8:24 pm

West Boca Raton Defensive Back Loia Valade is once again making headlines.

Earlier this evening, it was announced that Valade would be reclassifying from the Class of 2027 to ’26, whilst enrolling to Texas A&M early. The Canadian superstar transferred from the McCallie School in Chattanooga, TN. to West Boca Raton earlier this summer. Valade committed to the Aggies on June 2nd.

BREAKING: 2027 West Boca Raton (FL) DB Loia Valade is reclassifying to the 2026 class, sources tell me and @ZBlostein247

Valade, who has dealt with eligibility issues stemming from his Canadian background, will join Texas A&M as soon as possible.

How he fits into the current… pic.twitter.com/N2DBIrkq2F
— Cade Draughon (@Cade_Draughon) August 19, 2026

When asked about his thoughts on his decision, Loia stated:

“I’m taking it one day at a time. I’m very excited for this opportunity.”

In his lone appearance for the Bulls during their 24-23 loss to Carol City, Loia recorded 6 tackles, 1 fumble recovery and 1 pass breakup. Valade was rated as the Pre-Season #3 Player in Palm Beach County, via NewEraPrep.

Sack! Fumble!! Makarion Owens forced the fumble on the sack, and Loia Valade recovers it! West Boca takes over on offense. @EraPrep pic.twitter.com/6I2B0LKllS
— Brandyn Pokrass (@BPok24) August 15, 2026

The talented star Loia Valade will be taking his talents to College Station well ahead of schedule, joining the #10 recruiting class in the 2026 cycle.