University of California Athletics

Redshirt Freshman (2025) - Auburn

• Played in the first two games of the season as the kickoff and long field goal specialist.
• Attempted his lone field goal of the season vs. Ball State.
• Redshirted.
• Rated as high as the No. 15 placekicker in the 2026 transfer portal by On3 after being the media outlet’s top placekicker in the 2024 prep recruiting class.

Freshmen (2024) - Auburn

• A-Day special teams MVP, making seven field goals, including a game winning 58-yarder.
• 27-27 on PAT's.
• Averaged 63.5 yards on 61 kickoffs with 44 touchbacks.

Prep

• Played at Auburn HS -- Class of 2024.
• Versatile kicker and punter with terrific accuracy.
• Was 19-22 on field goals as a senior.
• Holds the Alabama state record with six FG of 50+ yards and a long kick of 60 yards.
• Played in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game.
• Under Armour All-American.
• Max Preps All-American.
• ASWA  All-State.
• National Honor Society.
• Also an All-State soccer letterman.

Personal

• Birthday is April 19.
• Son of Chris and Stephanie McGough and has one sister, Preslee.
• Father played football at Troy.
• Enjoys wake surfing.