SECU Staff

Chris Phillips
Founder/Owner
@CPhilly19
Founder. Entrepreneur. Creator. Formerly The Spurs Up Show. The joy is in the journey.
Founder. Entrepreneur. Creator. Formerly The Spurs Up Show. The joy is in the journey.
Donovan James
Contributor
@DonJamesSports
Donovan James is a staff writer for SEC Unfiltered and Fansided. Don James has been seen and featured on websites such as: Jaguars Wire, Trojans Wire, UK Wildcats Wire, Super Sports West, Yahoo Sports, MSN, Newsweek, Yardbarker, Sports Illustrated and AOL. Throughout his career he has interviewed the likes of Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murray, Myles Garrett, Lamar Jackson, Trevor Lawerence, Deshaun Watson, Joe Burrow, Jake Fromm, Tate Martell CeeDee Lamb and Justin Fields to name a few. Major events Don James covered in the past include: The College Football Awards in Atlanta from 2016-2019, Elite 11 (2015-2019), The Opening at the Nike HQ (2017-2018), Mercer Athletics (2014-2019), The Under Armour All-American Game (2014-2015), On3 Elite Series 2023 and much more.
Donovan James is a staff writer for SEC Unfiltered and Fansided. Don James has been seen and featured on websites such as: Jaguars Wire, Trojans Wire, UK Wildcats Wire, Super Sports West, Yahoo Sports, MSN, Newsweek, Yardbarker, Sports Illustrated and AOL. Throughout his career he has interviewed the likes of Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murray, Myles Garrett, Lamar Jackson, Trevor Lawerence, Deshaun Watson, Joe Burrow, Jake Fromm, Tate Martell CeeDee Lamb and Justin Fields to name a few. Major events Don James covered in the past include: The College Football Awards in Atlanta from 2016-2019, Elite 11 (2015-2019), The Opening at the Nike HQ (2017-2018), Mercer Athletics (2014-2019), The Under Armour All-American Game (2014-2015), On3 Elite Series 2023 and much more.
Luke Dunavant
Keenan Womack
Andy Katzer
Sean Redfearn
Football and Baseball Contributor
@sean_redfearn
Sean Redfearn joined the SEC Unfiltered team in 2025 after creating content for the Horn Takes Podcast the previous two and half years. As a former college football player, Sean enjoys the statistical and schematic side of college baseball and football. He resides in Texas, America.
Sean Redfearn joined the SEC Unfiltered team in 2025 after creating content for the Horn Takes Podcast the previous two and half years. As a former college football player, Sean enjoys the statistical and schematic side of college baseball and football. He resides in Texas, America.
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Cole Thompson
Lead Football Contributor
@MrColeThompson
Cole Thompson has spent the better part of the last decade covering college football, mostly around the SEC. He’s previously worked for Sports Illustrated, USAToday and SBNation Radio. He resides in Houston, Texas
Cole Thompson has spent the better part of the last decade covering college football, mostly around the SEC. He’s previously worked for Sports Illustrated, USAToday and SBNation Radio. He resides in Houston, Texas
Hayden Victoria
Head of Content
realhaydenvic
Hayden Victoria has spent the past five years immersed in the world of sports, from playing a pivotal role in launching hockey in Houston with the University of Houston to covering the Texas Longhorns for USA TODAY. A proud member of the Longhorn Class of ’28 and a passionate college sports enthusiast, Hayden has a particular love for all things SEC—because down here, it just means more.
Hayden Victoria has spent the past five years immersed in the world of sports, from playing a pivotal role in launching hockey in Houston with the University of Houston to covering the Texas Longhorns for USA TODAY. A proud member of the Longhorn Class of ’28 and a passionate college sports enthusiast, Hayden has a particular love for all things SEC—because down here, it just means more.
Mayhem Matthew
Written Contributor
@mayhemmatthew
Mayhem Matthew is a passionate content writer hailing from Augusta, Georgia. At 25 years old, he has dedicated himself to the world of college football, aiming to captivate fans with his unique insights and engaging content. As a writer for SEC Unfiltered, Mayhem Matthew combines his love for the sport with a desire to make a lasting impact on the college football community. Through his articles and analysis, he strives to keep fans informed, entertained, and excited about the game they love.
Mayhem Matthew is a passionate content writer hailing from Augusta, Georgia. At 25 years old, he has dedicated himself to the world of college football, aiming to captivate fans with his unique insights and engaging content. As a writer for SEC Unfiltered, Mayhem Matthew combines his love for the sport with a desire to make a lasting impact on the college football community. Through his articles and analysis, he strives to keep fans informed, entertained, and excited about the game they love.
Eric Reece
Head of Graphics
@ReeceCreative_
University of South Carolina '23. College football enthusiast.
University of South Carolina '23. College football enthusiast.
Harrison Cordell Fant
College Baseball Contributor
@Fantavious9
Played 2 years of collegiate baseball at Central Alabama as a left-handed pitcher before transferring to South Carolina where I dealt with a shoulder injury and then COVID. Played in the Coastal Plain League (2019) and back-to-back SunBelt League champion (2018, 2019). Worked for the Atlanta Braves and on the 2022 World Series Trophy Tour. Worked for ESPN in SportsCenter producing highlights for various games and events, including the 2023 World Baseball Classic and the College World Series. Covered collegiate baseball pitching content for our SportsCenter shows. Work as a part-time private baseball coach.
Played 2 years of collegiate baseball at Central Alabama as a left-handed pitcher before transferring to South Carolina where I dealt with a shoulder injury and then COVID. Played in the Coastal Plain League (2019) and back-to-back SunBelt League champion (2018, 2019). Worked for the Atlanta Braves and on the 2022 World Series Trophy Tour. Worked for ESPN in SportsCenter producing highlights for various games and events, including the 2023 World Baseball Classic and the College World Series. Covered collegiate baseball pitching content for our SportsCenter shows. Work as a part-time private baseball coach.
Dave Shumate
Lead Basketball Analyst/Football Contributor
@Mach10Sports
Worked in college football for 10 years and at 4 different SEC Schools. Graduated from the University of Alabama & currently CEO/Owner of Mach 10 Sports.
Worked in college football for 10 years and at 4 different SEC Schools. Graduated from the University of Alabama & currently CEO/Owner of Mach 10 Sports.
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