Stone Earle’s throwing motion is something else! According to his offensive coordinator at Parish Episcopal, “The craziest part of it is he made the change in three and a half months.” That’s impressive, especially since most players need a year or more to adjust their throwing style. So, you can see how unique Stone Earle really is. Well, his parents have played a big role in helping him become such a standout on the gridiron.

Stone’s parents, John and Josie Earle, took the adage “learning begins at home” very seriously and they put effort into making him a vigorous player at an early age. “We’ve been working at it since Stone was in the first or second grade,” said John. Moreover, appreciating the dedication of Stone, he said, “He’d get up at five in the morning to run ladders and do push-ups. He’s always grinding and doing extra.“

Now, you get a little idea about the star quarterback of Marshall Thundering Herd, whose football journey started at Birdville High in North Richland Hills, Texas, under coach Lon Holbrook. Being a quarterback “Stone had that leadership quality. Everyone was going to follow him. If he said something, people were going to listen,” according to his high school’s offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, Allen Smith. In addition, Stone’s work ethic is something that drives him to succeed. 

He spent two seasons at Abilene Christian and played in nine games with eight starts during the 2021 season. He earned All-District honors in his senior year. Additionally, he made UNT’s debut against FAU with two rushes for 10 yards and 1-of-1 passing. In his junior year at high school, he recorded 2,742 passing yards with 31 touchdowns. Although his achievements don’t end here, we will focus on the story behind his success. 

Stone Earle’s primary support in football journey

Having an athletic family background is always beneficial for athletes and so for Stone Earle. His father, John Earle, and even his uncle, Guy Earle, both played in the NFL and the Canadian Football League as offensive linemen. Moreover, Stone’s father had a clear approach to coaching his child, which paid off when Stone arrived at Birdville. “An amateur does something until he gets it right. A pro does it until he can’t get it wrong. Stone has always had that mindset. There is only one way to get to where you want to go, and that’s hard work and hustle.“

Stone is not a single child; he has a younger brother named Laderrious Mixon, who plays running back for Birdville. The most intriguing fact is that Stone is white, but his running back brother is African American. Well, Stone’s mother Josie has been the RB’s legal guardian since he was 14. Once she said, “When Stone’s father was Laderrious’ youth pastor at First Baptist Colleyville in 2014, the opportunity came where (Laderrious) didn’t have a place to live anymore and my husband brought him home.” However, Stone’s parents fostered several kids, which helped the star QB to become a more humble and selfless leader.

Now, the star QB is gearing up for the challenges of the upcoming college football season.