Freshman Kicker Junior Martinez: Redshirted Star Ready to Anchor Tarleton’s Historic 2025 Run
Junior Martinez, a 5'10", 195-lb freshman kicker for the Tarleton State Texans, redshirted in 2024 after four years as Brownwood High’s starting kicker, giving him a rare blend of high-volume experience and untouched collegiate potential. Though Corbin Poston handled the final eight games of Tarleton’s 12-2, 1st-in-UAC 2025 season, Martinez’s flawless 13-for-13 record on kicks from 40–49 yards in limited action signals elite range and consistency. His calm demeanor under pressure, combined with a redshirt year that preserved his physical development, makes him a low-risk, high-upside fit for any team needing a reliable long-range kicker with championship-intensity focus.
