Stanford’s next football recruiting class will include a second Bay Area player as San Ramon Valley’s Tristan Sinclair — a 6-foot-2, 205-pound strong safety/outside linebacker — announced Wednesday on Twitter that he has committed to the Cardinal.

He joins Bishop O’Dowd running back Austin Jones, who committed to Stanford this summer.

“The recruiting process has been a fun and long road,” Sinclair wrote. “I’ve met so many great athletes and coaches and can’t thank them enough for helping me along my journey. I’d also like to thank my family for everything they’ve done for me. They’ve always supported my dreams and goals and have helped me stay on my path.”

Sinclair also thanked his coaches, including SRV head coach Aaron Becker, adding, “Without them, I truly would not be in the position I am today.

“The decision was extremely hard for me to make. But after much thought and consideration, I’ve decided on a place where I will be able to reach my maximum potential on and off the field. I’m incredibly honored to say I’m committed to Stanford University!” For more Bay Area high school sports coverage follow Bay Area Preps on Flipboard.

Sinclair had 21 offers, including from the likes of USC, Notre Dame, Cal and Nebraska. His father, Andy, was a lineman at Stanford in the 1980s.

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For De La Salle’s seniors, the Texas trip COVID-19 zapped leaves an ache Shortly after Sinclair made his announcement, Jones tweeted, “I am just happy to say my brother and I are going to Stanford.”

SRV principal Jason Krolikowski described Sinclair as a shining example, writing on Twitter that “although we have many, many talented students, (Sinclair) is a model STUDENT-athlete for all of us. He gets it done in the classroom, shows leadership, and not once has ever shown a sign of arrogance. We are #PackProud of you!”