IMG Academy Loaded Up Again

Larry Blustein May 17, 2021 @ 08:46 AM

When it comes to high school football nationally, there are very few programs who can match up with IMG Academy – and that does not look to be ending any time soon. While many point to this program and talk about the national talent they have to choose from, you have to understand that these elite prospects who head to Bradenton each year is certainly at an advantage as each athlete competes for playing time against some of the top high school talent in the country. As the Ascenders once again look toward the 2021 season, there is once again, plenty of optimism. With so much talent to choose from, we bring you five rising seniors (2022) to keep an eye on this coming season. All are heavily recruited by schools from all over the country. [player_tooltip player_id="108636" first="Aliou" last="Bah"], OT, 6-6, 325. With schools such as Texas A&M, Texas, Penn State, Florida, Oklahoma and FSU watching his every move, here is one of the best in the class nationally, and this coming season, you will be able to see why college coaches from all over are singing his praises. With another impressive schedule, he will be able to lineup against the best of the best. Originally from the Memphis area. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/11635525/Aliou-Bah">https://www.hudl.com/profile/11635525/Aliou-Bah</a> [player_tooltip player_id="108639" first="Jihaad" last="Campbell"], DE, 6-4, 220. Originally from New Jersey, this difference maker transferred to IMG Academy in January where he will play his senior season. This is a quick, strong and athletic talent, who is already among the best in the country at the position. With schools such as Auburn hot on his tracks, Campbell also holds offers from Alabama, Florida, Florida State, Ohio State and Texas among a plethora of other schools. This is one of those prospects who will keep this program at the top in 2021. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/9867600/Jihaad-Campbell">https://www.hudl.com/profile/9867600/Jihaad-Campbell</a> [player_tooltip player_id="49998" first="Dominick" last="James"], DT, 6-2, 285. When it comes to interest from colleges, this major prospect is indeed one of the premier big men in the nation. In addition to Texas A&M, elite programs like Florida, LSU, Ohio State, Oregon and South Carolina are also very much in the game to land this exceptional football talent. Originally from Prattville, he finished with 30 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, a sack and a batted pass. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/8223748/Dominick-James">https://www.hudl.com/profile/8223748/Dominick-James</a> Keon Sabb, S, 6-3, 200. One of the best safeties in the country, this is a football talent that every college in the nation has been on over the past year. Size, skill and athletic ability have thrust this young man into a bright spotlight. With big time programs such as Clemson, Oregon, Rutgers, Texas A&M, Penn State, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Michigan, Georgia, Florida, Florida State, Auburn, Maryland and South Carolina, all keeping a close eye on this Williamstown (N.J.) High product. Every coach who has watched him play calls this standout one of the best they have watched in this class. TAPE:<a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/11116482/Keon-Sabb"> https://www.hudl.com/profile/11116482/Keon-Sabb</a> [player_tooltip player_id="27555" first="Drew" last="Shelton"], OT, 6-5, 290. After transferring this past January from Downingtown West (Pa.), where he played three seasons, big things are ahead for this impressive big man. Committed to James Franklin’s <a href="https://www.blackshoediaries.com/">Penn State Nittany Lions</a>, there are dozens of programs that are still on this very athletic and talented big men. Last season was all about showcasing his athletic ability. This off-season, it’s been all about getting more weight on his frame. Solid prospect who is going to do some huge things in 2021. TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/11452896/Drew-Shelton">https://www.hudl.com/profile/11452896/Drew-Shelton</a> TRACKING FLORIDA: Teams Look At 2021 Season. <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2021/03/tracking-florida-teams-look-at-2021-season/">https://prepredzone.com/2021/03/tracking-florida-teams-look-at-2021-season/</a> 2022 STATE RANKINGS: <a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/rankings/2022-rankings/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/rankings/2022-rankings/</a> 2023 STATE RANKINGS: <a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/rankings/2023-rankings/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/rankings/2023-rankings/</a> You Can Contact [player_tooltip player_id="111610" first="Larry" last="Blustein"] with prospect or team information at: Floridakids1@aol.com. We are also on Social Media on @PrepRedzonefl.