The Clearwater Central Catholic Mauraders outclassed the Tampa Catholic(TC) Crusaders at the victor’s home field with an almost packed house. Tampa Catholic’s most impressive moment occurred during the captains’ meeting for the coin toss. The Crusaders sent out 4 of their largest lineman with their helmets on in an apparent attempt to intimidate. They dwarfed the 2 CCC captains.

Once the game started it was obvious the plan did not work as the Mauraders defense stymied TC’s offense time after time. TC ‘s WR TJ Moore caught a beautiful TD pass that was nullified by a holding penalty. Moore is 6’3” Clemson commit. He is smooth as silk and appears to be legit. Unfortunately, TC’s ATH Jameer Grimsley, an Alabama commit, was injured so he did not play.

The real story of the night was CCC’s domination. They took it to the Crusaders all game in all phases of the game. The Mauraders junior QB Jershaun Newton ran and passed impressively. In my opinion the major difference was CCC’s coaches had their team ready to play and TC played with markedly less energy.

This was a 3M Region 3 clash of evenly ranked opponents. The result of the game says otherwise.

Fighting a cold presently, so decided not to make the trip to Bradenton last night and instead watch the game online while listening to the guys on radio call the game. Going into the game I was expecting Manatee to win, in part due to the way Sarasota had lost its kick-off classic and then lost to Fort Meade last week. I hear the stuff about the limited practice time, due to the Hurricane this past week to explain Manatee's flat performance last night.

.So before I comment on the game last night, wanted to add some context. After the game I went back and watched the Sarasota versus Fort Meade game. I also kept tabs on the Lake Minneola game versus Vanguard, during the Manatee/Sarasota game last night.

Vanguard won the game 33-21, and the game took on a story similar to what I watched last week against Manatee. Vanguard jumped out to a 21-7 lead, only to watch Lake Minneola come back to tie the game 21-21 at half. 2nd half Vanguard scored to open up a 28-21 lead, and from there it was more less a battle of field possession, with Vanguard scoring its last TD on a long pass play near the end of the game to make it 33-21.

Sarasota against Fort Mede was a game of 2 similar teams with similar styles and personnel. The exception to that was Fort Meade was able to put points on the board, while Sarasota seemed to find ways to not be able to do the same. It was the kind of game where if the two teams were to play again I could see a result with a different out come. Will add this tid bit about that game, the Fort Meade junior RB, ran for over 200 yards against Sarasota on just 20 carries and its other Junior RB had 70 yards rushing on 10 carries. That's a average of 9 yards per carry. Sarasota's RB Ziegler had 120 rushing on 20 carries against Fort Meade.

Against Manatee I fairly certain Zeigler had well over 100 yards rushing, Sarasota's inability to put together any kind of consistent passing attacked together, pretty much doomed them offensively against Manatee. What Sarasota was able to do however was run consistently against perhaps Manatee's biggest asset on defense....its DL. I'm beginning to feel however, Manatee DB play is going to be Manatee's biggest asset this season! I find the Manatee DL, having watched 3 games, being undisciplined and instead tend to rely more on its superior over-all talent. I also still feel its LB play particularly at MLB is weak.

On offense Manatee is blessed with elite speed and talent at all skilled positions. Its OL is young and is still working to come together. The OL has its good moments and then its not so good moments. Liking the TE play more and more, just 3 games into the season, but I believe this young man is going to be a better TE over-all then TE Manatee had last season! The Manatee QB is a tuff mother.....he's taken some big hits in each of Manatee's 1st 3 games, that makes me question whether he'll be able to do that all season? Manatee presently does not have a true backup QB. The Manatee QB is probably the best over-all QB Manatee has had since Cord Sandberg, in that he has a above average arm as well as being an above average athlete. Not saying he is as good, but he does have the potential to be really good eventually!

Was frustrating to watch Manatee struggle offensively much of the night, its assemble the kind of talent that could make them really really good......they are however not close to achieving that....yet.

If Manatee and Sarasota were to meet again later this season, and Manatee hasn't progressed in a positive manner in the areas of concern I've mentioned.......I could see the game ending with a different outcome in as far as a final score.

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“Everything has been wonderful, putting in that work to get 1% better each day.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I’m never satisfied, I like to go out there and do what I do best and get back working that next Monday getting ready for that next opponent.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“We have been playing okay, we see once we play as a WHOLE, we can win.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We can improve having a sense of urgency everywhere we go, it will affect us in the long run.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Just playing as a team, and having that sense of urgency. We won’t be successful if we play slow and individually.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I want to play football in college.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’ve snatched offers from Highland Community College, Pittsburgh, Eastern Kentucky University, and Valdosta State.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Haven’t really been talking to them like that because I can’t until September 1st, but I’d probably say Pittsburgh.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have, it’s been an unofficial visit. But yeah I have.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Not really.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes, being FSU. Teams that I grew up watching were definitely LSU and FSU.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The season has been good so far. I feel that my teammates and I all want the same thing and that is to go back-to-back as State Champions! We are all motivated and dedicated when it comes to pushing ourselves in the weight room and at practice.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“With the season just beginning, I am extremely proud of myself and the way the team is coming together, we will be a force to be reckoned with.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“Again, with the season just starting we can’t wait to show everybody why we won the State Championship last season. We have a lot of returning players and we have some new players and we have all jelled nicely together so we’re all looking forward to playing together this season.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“No team is perfect but each and every day we all do what we are supposed to do as individuals and as a team so that we can play as close to perfection as we can. We will continue to watch film, learn from any mistakes that were made, and continue to grow as individuals and as a team so that we can win a back-to-back State Championship Title.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“It all starts with our coaching staff, they teach us to be the best that we can be both on and off the field. We know that in order to be the best, we have to beat the best so we plan on being successful in the win column with our top competitors. This is why Coach Schneider continues to compile the best schedule each year.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I want to continue playing football at the collegiate level.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Air Force, Navy, and Army have been recruiting me the hardest so far. I have also heard from the University of North Carolina - Charlotte, Valparaiso University, Bryant University, University of New Hampshire, Lehigh University, Bethune-Cookman and the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Air Force and Navy are by far recruiting me the hardest. They have both offered me full ride scholarships to play football and continue my education with them.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, I have made numerous college trips. I have gone on some visits with my mom and family, some visits with my 7v7 team (24k Team Black), and some visits with my high school. I have been to Ohio State, FAU, USF, UCF, Miami, FIU, Rice, Texas A&M, Valdosta State University, University of Delaware, Army, and Navy.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I do not have anything set in stone yet but I would like to go to Air Force, Navy, UNC Charlotte, FAU, USF, Coastal Carolina, Bryant University, UCF, and really any school that I could have an opportunity to go to. I enjoy seeing the different ways that teams come together and the routines they have and share before the start of a game and I feel that the more opportunities I have to see this and be a part of will just help me in making the decision on where I would like to play ball and continue my education at.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Ohio State was my favorite college growing up.”

What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“All I can say is working.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“I know I mostly improved on my feet work and hands.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“This season we’re looking good, you’re going to have to come watch us to see some.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“The toughest competition on our schedule will be Naples High. The Veer offense hasn’t really been stopped by the teams in the area but I know we have the best shot.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest player our team will play is going to be Carter Smith at Bishop Verot.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Umass, West Virginia, FAU, Louisville, and Duke.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“FAU, Louisville, and Duke are recruiting really hard right now.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Camps, yes, went on a visit to Miami in early March.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I attended USF Mega, FAU Big Man and Mega. These camps went great actually.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes I had a few like Oregon, USC, Louisville, and Georgia.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The season is just starting but I already know it’s going to be a movie out there with my brothers.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“Yessir I’m very pleased.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“Our first game next week so let’s see how it goes.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“Just being more disciplined.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Just coming together and being one big unstoppable unit.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yessir my dream school is University of Oregon.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Nobody right now, but just wait till the first game.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Nobody.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yessir I made quite a few.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“N/A.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes Florida State.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The football season has been great so far! Lots of exciting games to look forward to.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“Yes, very pleased about how I’ve played this preseason, I feel unstoppable.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“My team is playing very well this off season. We've been to a padded camp in Mariana and straight dominated.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We could work on being more consistent and heal back up.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“For our team to be successful going forward, we need to focus on strong teamwork, discipline, and executing our game plan effectively. We have the skill to do it.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I’m going to college to play football, can’t say which one until I commit.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’ve been offered by UC, Alabama State, Tennessee Tech, Miami (OH).”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Cincinnati bearcats.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, I went on a visit to Cincinnati, Mississippi State, and South Alabama.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Yes, go down to Cincinnati for a game or two and see if more invites come in.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes my favorite college has been Oregon growing up because just looking at the jerseys they looked way too good.”

Find out what colleges are recruiting Jawaun Campbell, Caden Collier, Woody Celucien, CJ Bragg, and Denali Campbell now!


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Q&A with Walton defensive lineman Jawaun Campbell​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I’m going to college to play football, can’t say which one until I commit.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’ve been offered by UC, Alabama State, Tennessee Tech, Miami (OH).”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Cincinnati bearcats.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, I went on a visit to Cincinnati, Mississippi State, and South Alabama.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Yes, go down to Cincinnati for a game or two and see if more invites come in.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes my favorite college has been Oregon growing up because just looking at the jerseys they looked way too good.”


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Q&A with St. John Paul ll cornerback Caden Collier​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yessir my dream school is University of Oregon.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Nobody right now, but just wait till the first game.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Nobody.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yessir I made quite a few.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“N/A.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes Florida State.”


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Q&A with Lely offensive lineman Woody Celucien​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Umass, West Virginia, FAU, Louisville, and Duke.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“FAU, Louisville, and Duke are recruiting really hard right now.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Camps, yes, went on a visit to Miami in early March.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I attended USF Mega, FAU Big Man and Mega. These camps went great actually.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes I had a few like Oregon, USC, Louisville, and Georgia.”


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Q&A with Cocoa wide receiver CJ Bragg​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I want to continue playing football at the collegiate level.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Air Force, Navy, and Army have been recruiting me the hardest so far. I have also heard from the University of North Carolina - Charlotte, Valparaiso University, Bryant University, University of New Hampshire, Lehigh University, Bethune-Cookman and the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Air Force and Navy are by far recruiting me the hardest. They have both offered me full ride scholarships to play football and continue my education with them.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, I have made numerous college trips. I have gone on some visits with my mom and family, some visits with my 7v7 team (24k Team Black), and some visits with my high school. I have been to Ohio State, FAU, USF, UCF, Miami, FIU, Rice, Texas A&M, Valdosta State University, University of Delaware, Army, and Navy.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I do not have anything set in stone yet but I would like to go to Air Force, Navy, UNC Charlotte, FAU, USF, Coastal Carolina, Bryant University, UCF, and really any school that I could have an opportunity to go to. I enjoy seeing the different ways that teams come together and the routines they have and share before the start of a game and I feel that the more opportunities I have to see this and be a part of will just help me in making the decision on where I would like to play ball and continue my education at.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Ohio State was my favorite college growing up.”


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Q&A with Seabreeze wide receiver Denali Campbell​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I want to play football in college.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’ve snatched offers from Highland Community College, Pittsburgh, Eastern Kentucky University, and Valdosta State.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Haven’t really been talking to them like that because I can’t until September 1st, but I’d probably say Pittsburgh.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have, it’s been an unofficial visit. But yeah I have.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Not really.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes, being FSU. Teams that I grew up watching were definitely LSU and FSU.”


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Find out what some of the top players in the state are saying about football and sports now!


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Q&A with Walton defensive lineman Jawaun Campbell
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The football season has been great so far! Lots of exciting games to look forward to.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“Yes, very pleased about how I’ve played this preseason, I feel unstoppable.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“My team is playing very well this off season. We've been to a padded camp in Mariana and straight dominated.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We could work on being more consistent and heal back up.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“For our team to be successful going forward, we need to focus on strong teamwork, discipline, and executing our game plan effectively. We have the skill to do it.”

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Q&A with St. John Paul ll cornerback Caden Collier
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The season is just starting but I already know it’s going to be a movie out there with my brothers.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“Yessir I’m very pleased.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“Our first game next week so let’s see how it goes.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“Just being more disciplined.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Just coming together and being one big unstoppable unit.”

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Q&A with Lely offensive lineman Woody Celucien
What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“All I can say is working.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“I know I mostly improved on my feet work and hands.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“This season we’re looking good, you’re going to have to come watch us to see some.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“The toughest competition on our schedule will be Naples High. The Veer offense hasn’t really been stopped by the teams in the area but I know we have the best shot.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest player our team will play is going to be Carter Smith at Bishop Verot.”

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Q&A with Cocoa wide receiver CJ Bragg
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The season has been good so far. I feel that my teammates and I all want the same thing and that is to go back-to-back as State Champions! We are all motivated and dedicated when it comes to pushing ourselves in the weight room and at practice.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“With the season just beginning, I am extremely proud of myself and the way the team is coming together, we will be a force to be reckoned with.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“Again, with the season just starting we can’t wait to show everybody why we won the State Championship last season. We have a lot of returning players and we have some new players and we have all jelled nicely together so we’re all looking forward to playing together this season.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“No team is perfect but each and every day we all do what we are supposed to do as individuals and as a team so that we can play as close to perfection as we can. We will continue to watch film, learn from any mistakes that were made, and continue to grow as individuals and as a team so that we can win a back-to-back State Championship Title.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“It all starts with our coaching staff, they teach us to be the best that we can be both on and off the field. We know that in order to be the best, we have to beat the best so we plan on being successful in the win column with our top competitors. This is why Coach Schneider continues to compile the best schedule each year.”

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Q&A with Seabreeze wide receiver Denali Campbell
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“Everything has been wonderful, putting in that work to get 1% better each day.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I’m never satisfied, I like to go out there and do what I do best and get back working that next Monday getting ready for that next opponent.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“We have been playing okay, we see once we play as a WHOLE, we can win.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We can improve having a sense of urgency everywhere we go, it will affect us in the long run.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Just playing as a team, and having that sense of urgency. We won’t be successful if we play slow and individually.”

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Looks like Cal Preps need to stick with predicting California prep games only!!!
Very good win against a very talented Lake Minneola squad. Defense played much better in the second half holding Minneola to 6 second half points. Next up home against (0-1) Sarasota next week.

Ventured to Orlando to see one of this weekend’s marquee matchups with frequent state finalist Cocoa @ Jones. A lot of history at Jones. It was established in 1886.

It was a tale of 2 half’s. Cocoa dominated the first half taking a 19-7 lead into halftime. Both teams started sophomores QB’s. Cocoas’s Brady Hart is approximately 6’4” with a good arm. He moves well. If he adds muscle and progresses there is no reason he won’t be one the top QB’s in the state before he finishes his career.

Cocoa came out flat after halftime. Jones took advantage of it but failed on a 2 punt conversion that would have tied the score at 22 each. Cocoa stopped Jones on downs with just under 2 minutes to get the W..

It was a muggy night with plenty of players cramping. A lot of first game mistakes but both teams played well. Would not be surprised at all to see Cocoa get back to the state final. Jones looks to do some damage in the playoffs. I know, it was the first game but I saw enough to believe this.

There was nothing really flashy about IMG White, they were a typical Blue Collar bunch. Manatee did just enough to stay close, and then on its final as well as winning score, Got one of its speedy WR open in space.........couple of nice moves and it was all over as the WR left everyone in his dust for a game winning TD. I believe I understand why everyone wants Jaquez to remain its head coach, but I'm going to state it as plainly as I can once again...........he sucks as OC and play caller. He needs to drop the experiment of Pinder at LB and let him be his primary RB........Pinder is head and shoulders better then anyone else Manatee can put at RB! Manatee needs to take a close look at it middle linebacker play, in order for its defense to be somewhat effective it needs a enforcer at the middle linebacker position. Tonight's game was a game where the MLB was basically man handled by the IMG OL almost the entire game. I suggested to the guys that were sitting around me, that Ean Johnson-Kelley #55 has the speed, physicality and the right mentality for the position..........presently Manatee plays him at DE. I remember a few year back when Manatee played STA, STA had Dallas Turner and Tyreak Sapp on defense. The entire game both these guys were lining up all over the field and were total disruptors the entire game. Ean Johnson-Kelley is this type of player, playing him exclusively on the DL is short changing your defense......my opinion. I liked the blocking on the whole by the Manatee WR group! Wasn't a pretty game for Manatee, there also must have been 8 - 10 stoppage of play due to Manatee players cramping up

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Valdosta (GA) vs Massillon (OH) - was surprised to see this one, as Valdosta hasn't been a state power in GA for a long while. In this one Massillon spotted Valdosta a 14-0 lead......
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Mater Dei (CA) vs Centennial (AZ) - early season matchup of top 10 national powers.....
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Buford (GA) vs ST Frances (MD) - if your ever traveling north up I85 in Georgia, at exit 115 Buford HS is just a few miles off of the Interstate. The school campus is University like and its athletic facilities 1st rate across the board. There are a couple of ariel shots before the game of the campus in this video. Another national matchup of pre-season top 10 teams
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What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“We have prepared from our spring game that kicked off our preparations for this year. We had a Busy summer with our workouts, 7v7 completion, and camping together with many of my teammates.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“Our team has worked tremendously hard together and this has allowed us to grow as a team. Individually I have worked hard on route running and speed training this summer. Catch every ball is a goal of mine and no fumbles.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“We have prepared very hard as I mentioned before our goal is a State Championship. We have our coaches with us and many alumni that believe in us.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Our coach has started us out with Miami Central which is a top team in Florida, this will be one of our toughest games but we will be prepared for it.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“N/A.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I do want to play in college. I have recently committed to the University of Western Kentucky.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Offered by: Western Kentucky, Ohio Bobcats, Florida Atlantis.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Western Kentucky.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes I have unofficial visits to Western Kentucky, UCF, LSU, Arizona.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I camped at FSU, Troy, Florida, Mercer, USF. Camping went well, it allowed me to get on the board at those colleges. I'm thankful to have had the opportunity.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“UCF was one of my favorite schools, as a kid my dad went there and my brother went to FSU. LSU was one of my favorites as well.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It’s been going great! Just working and getting better every rep! I am definitely being encouraged everyday by the play of the team.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“N/A.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“The team played very fast and physically.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We can get better every day by playing more aggressively.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Consistency and humility.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I do and I am committed to Marshall University for Football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“N/A.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Marshall staff is who showed the most love! That’s why I fell in love with them. An AWESOME staff!”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I’ve been pretty blessed. Been to game days for close to a dozen different schools.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I’ll be going up to visit my Marshall team.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I grew up watching and rooting for Florida given that my grandfather played there.”

What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“My teammates and I have been working really hard in summer workouts and getting with our trainers to increase our game.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“I feel I’ve most improved with my form and the velocity of my ball.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I’m excited for this season, I expect us to win a lot of games and go far in the playoffs.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think the toughest team we’ll face this season will be Vero, especially with them having a home field advantage.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I think teams will definitely come out with their guys but I can't say anyone personally stands out.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, the goal is to play college football. I think it would be a blessing to stay home and play for teams such as FIU, UCF, or SFU etc.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Currently I’ve received an offer from Lake Erie and have been speaking with various coaches from that area as well.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Lake Erie (as it is the only offer I currently hold right now) is showing me the most love.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, early in the summer I was in Ohio for a few days visiting multiple schools in the state with my school.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I attended Toledo, Lake Erie, Kent State, Ohio State, Bowling Green and some other schools. Overall it was very exciting, I loved the energy at a lot of the camps and it was a great experience.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Growing up when I was more in the baseball scene my dream school was Vanderbilt as it was the top school at the time.”

What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“Me and my teammates have been working out in the weight getting stronger, getting our team chemistry on and off the field.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“IQ and being a leader.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“We will do great and go far in the playoffs.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel that South Sumter will be the hardest team on the schedule.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I really don’t know because it’s a lot of good teams.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes , I want to play college football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“20 colleges have been recruiting me.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“USF.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, I came back from an official visit from USF.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I attempted 6 or 7, and it went well. I met a lot of good coaches and have a connection with them.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Florida Gators.”

What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“All summer we have been working out and bonding as a team. Hitting the weight room 4 days a week and then getting some kind of conditioning and field work about 3 days a week.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“I feel like I've overall gotten way stronger and more athletic, I feel like I can move better than before and that's big for me.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“The obvious goal is an undefeated state championship season which is definitely achievable because they've been to state the past 3 years, winning last year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Until playoff time I would say South Sumter, one of the top teams in 2s with great athletes all over.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I’m not super familiar with every roster we are playing yet which consists of a handful of FBS recruits, but for now I would say Rashad from South Sumter and Jarquez from Newberry based on their recruitment and the little I've seen.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“My dream has always been to play college football and that hasn't changed.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“A handful of schools blessed me with a scholarship offer but the most recruiting I saw was from Navy, Air Force, Mercer and Arkansas State.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Navy, which is the school I’m committed to right now.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Multiple, I've visited a lot of schools but the visits that were big for me were Navy, Air Force and Mercer.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I went to Mercer, Duke, Kennesaw State, USF and UIndy. I felt as if the camps went really well and I performed how I should've.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Florida State.”

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Q&A with Hawthorne edge Andrew Zock​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“My dream has always been to play college football and that hasn't changed.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“A handful of schools blessed me with a scholarship offer but the most recruiting I saw was from Navy, Air Force, Mercer and Arkansas State.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Navy, which is the school I’m committed to right now.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Multiple, I've visited a lot of schools but the visits that were big for me were Navy, Air Force and Mercer.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I went to Mercer, Duke, Kennesaw State, USF and UIndy. I felt as if the camps went really well and I performed how I should've.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Florida State.”


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Q&A with Hawthorne athlete Alvon Isaac​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I want to play college football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“20 colleges have been recruiting me.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“USF.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, I came back from an official visit from USF.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I attempted 6 or 7, and it went well. I met a lot of good coaches and have a connection with them.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Florida Gators.”


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Q&A with Palm Beach Gardens quarterback Miche Estime​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, the goal is to play college football. I think it would be a blessing to stay home and play for teams such as FIU, UCF, or SFU etc.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Currently I’ve received an offer from Lake Erie and have been speaking with various coaches from that area as well.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Lake Erie (as it is the only offer I currently hold right now) is showing me the most love.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes, early in the summer I was in Ohio for a few days visiting multiple schools in the state with my school.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I attended Toledo, Lake Erie, Kent State, Ohio State, Bowling Green and some other schools. Overall it was very exciting, I loved the energy at a lot of the camps and it was a great experience.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Growing up when I was more in the baseball scene my dream school was Vanderbilt as it was the top school at the time.”


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Q&A with Bradford linebacker Chason Clark​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I do and I am committed to Marshall University for Football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“N/A.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Marshall staff is who showed the most love! That’s why I fell in love with them. An AWESOME staff!”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I’ve been pretty blessed. Been to game days for close to a dozen different schools.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I’ll be going up to visit my Marshall team.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I grew up watching and rooting for Florida given that my grandfather played there.”


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Q&A with Vanguard wide receiver Dallen Ponder​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I do want to play in college. I have recently committed to the University of Western Kentucky.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Offered by: Western Kentucky, Ohio Bobcats, Florida Atlantis.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Western Kentucky.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes I have unofficial visits to Western Kentucky, UCF, LSU, Arizona.”

What camps did you attend this summer? How did the camps go overall?
“I camped at FSU, Troy, Florida, Mercer, USF. Camping went well, it allowed me to get on the board at those colleges. I'm thankful to have had the opportunity.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“UCF was one of my favorite schools, as a kid my dad went there and my brother went to FSU. LSU was one of my favorites as well.”


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Q&A with Hawthorne edge Andrew Zock
What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“All summer we have been working out and bonding as a team. Hitting the weight room 4 days a week and then getting some kind of conditioning and field work about 3 days a week.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“I feel like I've overall gotten way stronger and more athletic, I feel like I can move better than before and that's big for me.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“The obvious goal is an undefeated state championship season which is definitely achievable because they've been to state the past 3 years, winning last year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Until playoff time I would say South Sumter, one of the top teams in 2s with great athletes all over.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I’m not super familiar with every roster we are playing yet which consists of a handful of FBS recruits, but for now I would say Rashad from South Sumter and Jarquez from Newberry based on their recruitment and the little I've seen.”

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Q&A with Hawthorne athlete Alvon Isaac
What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“Me and my teammates have been working out in the weight getting stronger, getting our team chemistry on and off the field.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“IQ and being a leader.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“We will do great and go far in the playoffs.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel that South Sumter will be the hardest team on the schedule.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I really don’t know because it’s a lot of good teams.”

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Q&A with Palm Beach Gardens quarterback Miche Estime
What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“My teammates and I have been working really hard in summer workouts and getting with our trainers to increase our game.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“I feel I’ve most improved with my form and the velocity of my ball.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I’m excited for this season, I expect us to win a lot of games and go far in the playoffs.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think the toughest team we’ll face this season will be Vero, especially with them having a home field advantage.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I think teams will definitely come out with their guys but I can't say anyone personally stands out.”

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Q&A with Bradford linebacker Chason Clark
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It’s been going great! Just working and getting better every rep! I am definitely being encouraged everyday by the play of the team.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“N/A.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“The team played very fast and physically.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We can get better every day by playing more aggressively.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Consistency and humility.”

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Q&A with Vanguard wide receiver Dallen Ponder
What have you and your team been doing as of late to get ready for the fall?
“We have prepared from our spring game that kicked off our preparations for this year. We had a Busy summer with our workouts, 7v7 completion, and camping together with many of my teammates.”

What do you feel you have improved on the most since football ended?
“Our team has worked tremendously hard together and this has allowed us to grow as a team. Individually I have worked hard on route running and speed training this summer. Catch every ball is a goal of mine and no fumbles.”

How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“We have prepared very hard as I mentioned before our goal is a State Championship. We have our coaches with us and many alumni that believe in us.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Our coach has started us out with Miami Central which is a top team in Florida, this will be one of our toughest games but we will be prepared for it.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“N/A.”

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