Standing at 6’2″ with a 230+ bench, 415-pound squat, and a 4.9 laser-timed 40-yard dash, Tatum Justice is more than just an athlete—he’s a competitor molded by faith, resilience, and relentless drive. A sophomore at Mountain View High School in Mesa, Arizona (Class of 2027), Justice has already made waves with his combination of physical strength and mental sharpness, earning respect from coaches and teammates alike.

Tatum first picked up a football at just eight years old, playing flag football and feeling something click. “It just felt natural,” he recalls. “I love practicing and seeing myself improve. When I’m playing or training, everything is calm—it’s always a good time.”

That calmness under pressure is part of what sets him apart. While many athletes chase the spotlight, Tatum focuses on steady growth. Whether he’s lifting in the weight room, studying film, or grinding through offseason workouts, the mission is always the same: get better in some way—physically or mentally—every single day.

This summer, Tatum is taking his game on the road. He’ll be joining 23 other quarterbacks and wide receivers on a 7-day bus tour to five Division I college camps. Stops include Texas Tech University, SMU, University of North Texas, University of Kansas, and Mizzou. At each camp, Tatum will have the opportunity to showcase his skills directly in front of college coaches—competing, learning, and proving that he belongs at the next level.

He draws inspiration from elite playmakers like Davante Adams, Brock Bowers, Keenan Allen, and Calvin “Megatron” Johnson—athletes who make the game look easy through years of dedication. “They’ve perfected their craft,” he says. “That’s what I want to do.”

Faith is the foundation for everything in Tatum’s life. His decision to transfer schools was a leap of faith—a moment where he chose to fully trust God’s plan. “It was a scary thing to do,” he admits. “But His plan is the best plan. He loves all of us.” That mindset helped him through one of his toughest setbacks—foot surgery during his freshman year at Red Mountain High School. “It was hard to overcome, but I came back stronger,” he says.

Despite no lingering superstitions, Tatum remains grounded in belief. “Trust God and trust the work you’ve put in.” That work ethic hasn’t gone unnoticed. During his time at Red Mountain, several coaches were vocal in their support of him, a boost in confidence that still fuels him today.

Off the field, he enjoys playing basketball and thrives in competitive environments—especially camps surrounded by athletes who share his dream. “I love the atmosphere,” he says. “Everyone is working toward something bigger.”

Tatum’s goals are clear: earn Division I offers and bring home a state championship. Whether it takes six months or twelve, he’s locked in on making it happen. And through every game, every rep, every challenge—he’s learning, growing, and preparing for the moment his name is called on a bigger stage.

“God works in ways you wouldn’t understand,” he says. “But He is capable of giving more than we could ever think or imagine.”