Week 1 Top Performers: Philadelphia Catholic League
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We are back covering the star-studded Philadelphia Catholic League this fall and are excited to show off what that league has in store. A ton of talent from top to bottom, there is no slouch in this league. Let’s get…
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Continue ReadingWe are back covering the star-studded Philadelphia Catholic League this fall and are excited to show off what that league has in store. A ton of talent from top to bottom, there is no slouch in this league. Let’s get right into each game and each
* LaSalle College HS 21 – Bishop McDevitt 0
- Stevie Davis | 5’6, 170 | RB | LaSalle College | 2024 | R/U
- Darold Dengohe Darold Dengohe 6'3" | 280 lbs | DL LaSalle College | 2023 State PA | 6’3, 245 | DL | LaSalle College | 2023 | R/164
- Ryan Moore Ryan Moore ATH LaSalle College | 2022 State PA | ATH | LaSalle College | 2022 | R/332
- Amir Anderson Amir Anderson 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB La Salle | 2022 State PA | 6’0, 170 | DB | LaSalle College | 2022 | R/328
Every player mentioned above deserves a boost in their rankings after the performance put on against Bishop McDevitt. All of the prospects listed are admittedly low, but playing the way these kids did will sure to have their stocks through the roof. Stevie Davis, a sophomore, is a new name to me. I love his tough running style and low-to-the-ground balance. Don’t let his size fool you! He’s got some speed to him despite a short stride! Darold Dengohe Darold Dengohe 6'3" | 280 lbs | DL LaSalle College | 2023 State PA sought out the football so well. His get-off was impressive as was his pursuit of the ball-carrier. It was as if he knew the hole the BC wanted to go to before the snap. Impressive recognition at the line of scrimmage. Ryan Moore Ryan Moore ATH LaSalle College | 2022 State PA was running double moves left and right and was touching the ball often. He showed he can make kids miss in the open field thanks to some wild-cat reps at QB. Amir Anderson Amir Anderson 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB La Salle | 2022 State PA at 328 is going to change. He was as lockdown as they come last outing. Great break-on-ball speed. Great open-field tackling. Sniffed out multiple routes before the wideout broke off. Impressive all around.
* Bishop Shanahan 21 – Archbishop Ryan 3
- Liam Soto Liam Soto 6'2" | 290 lbs | OL Archbishop Ryan | 2022 State PA | 6’2, 290 | OL | Archbishop Ryan | 2022 | R/135
Not much film to uncover in this one, and not too many standouts in a tough loss for ABR. Liam Soto Liam Soto 6'2" | 290 lbs | OL Archbishop Ryan | 2022 State PA , a senior who debuted at 135 on our rankings, released some tape of him pancaking a few Shanahan kids. That’s to be expected. Hope to find more tape in the future.
* Bonner & Prendie 18 – Upper Darby 6
- Mason Peterson Mason Peterson 5'11" | 200 lbs | RB Monsignor Bonner | 2022 State PA | 5’11, 200 | RB | Bonner | 2022 | R/54
- David Kpeglo David Kpeglo 6'3" | 230 lbs | DL Bonner-Prendie | 2023 State PA | 6’3, 230 | DL | Bonner | 2023 | R/77
- Myles Reynolds Myles Reynolds 6'2" | 200 lbs | DL Monsignor Bonner | 2022 State PA | 6’2, 200 | DL | Bonner | 2022 | R/WL
I was in attendance for this game. Check out our SIA piece on the site for full details!
* Father Judge 21 – Lansdale Catholic 7
No film found
* Archbishop Wood 37 – Neshaminy 0
- Johnny Pergine Johnny Pergine 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Archbishop Wood | 2022 State PA | 5’11, 215 | LB | Wood | 2022 | R/142
- Andrew McHugh Andrew McHugh 6'1" | 175 lbs | DB Archbishop Wood | 2022 State PA | 6’1, 175 | DB | Wood | 2022 | R/184
- Tyrese Whitaker Tyrese Whitaker 6'2" | 235 lbs | DL Northeast | 2023 State PA | 6’3, 230 | DL | Wood | 2023 | R/24
- Cole Evans Cole Evans 6'2" | 300 lbs | OL Archbishop Wood | 2023 State PA | 6’2, 290 | OL | Wood | 2023 | R/111
- Khadir Rowe Khadir Rowe 6'1" | 225 lbs | LB Northeast | 2023 State PA | 6’1, 225 | LB | Wood | 2023 | R/201
The usual was the case when watching Johnny Pergine Johnny Pergine 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB Archbishop Wood | 2022 State PA . Flying around everywhere sniffing runs out before they began. I counted 12 total tackles when plugging in the tape. Before I spoke about anyone, I should have spoken about Andrew McHugh Andrew McHugh 6'1" | 175 lbs | DB Archbishop Wood | 2022 State PA . This kid was absolutely dominant and seemed as if things were too easy for the true two-way prospect. TFL’s, two interceptions on the night, one that should have been returned 100 yards for a pick-six. Add on three receiving touchdowns and you have probably the best PCL performance of the week. Tyrese Whitaker Tyrese Whitaker 6'2" | 235 lbs | DL Northeast | 2023 State PA and Cole Evans Cole Evans 6'2" | 300 lbs | OL Archbishop Wood | 2023 State PA each helped control their respective lines, something we can expect game in and game out. Khadir Rowe Khadir Rowe 6'1" | 225 lbs | LB Northeast | 2023 State PA also impressed in run support.
* Neumann-Goretti 22 – Roman Catholic 18
- Raleigh Collins Raleigh Collins 6'4" | 190 lbs | DB Neumann-Goretti | 2022 State PA | 6’4, 190 | DB | NG | 2022 | R/17
- Shawn Battle Shawn Battle 5'11" | 175 lbs | DB Neumann-Goretti | 2023 State PA | 5’11, 175 | DB | NG | 2023 | R/8
- Zaid Warren Zaid Warren 6'1" | 220 lbs | LB Neumann-Goretti | 2022 State PA | 6’1, 220 | LB | NG | 2022 | R/80
- Terry Cameau Terry Cameau 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Neumann-Goretti | 2022 State PA | 5’11, 180 | DB | NG | 2022 | R/113
- Brett Kwoka | 6’2, 240 | OL | NG | 2022 | R/U
- Marqui Adams Marqui Adams 6'0" | 185 lbs | QB Neumann-Goretti | 2022 State PA | 6’0, 185 | QB | NG | 2022 | R/108
- Jasir Jefferson Jasir Jefferson 6'0" | 170 lbs | WR Neumann-Goretti | 2022 State PA | 6’0, 170 | WR | NG | 2022 | R/182
- Tyseer Denmark Tyseer Denmark 5'11" | 180 lbs | WR Imhotep Charter | 2024 State PA | 5’11, 180 | ATH | Roman | 2024 | R/11
- Mehki Smallwood Mehki Smallwood 5'11" | 180 lbs | DB Roman Catholic | 2022 State PA | 5’11 | DB | Roman | 2022 | R/269
The stars were out in this one, the game of the week didn’t disappoint! I love the consistent play out of the defensive backs from Neumann-Goretti. Denmark is going to get his, but Collins, Battle, and Cameau were enough to make everything earned by Denmark and company. Marqui Adams Marqui Adams 6'0" | 185 lbs | QB Neumann-Goretti | 2022 State PA and Jasir Jefferson Jasir Jefferson 6'0" | 170 lbs | WR Neumann-Goretti | 2022 State PA were in rhythm, connecting twice in the endzone for two touchdowns. Jasir may be the go-to target for Adams this Fall.
As stated above, Tyseer Denmark Tyseer Denmark 5'11" | 180 lbs | WR Imhotep Charter | 2024 State PA is going to get his. The stud 2024 prospect showed off his elusiveness, his change of direction ability, and his hand-eye coordination. The kid is special in the open field and when manipulating defenders with the ball in his hands in space, or without the ball running routes. His route manipulation and leverage usage are way beyond his years. Love Smallwood’s tape too, he played well in run support.
* Pope John Paul II 43 – Archbishop Carroll 14
- Vic Taylor Vic Taylor 5'6" | 155 lbs | RB Archbishop Carroll | 2022 State PA | 5’6, 155 | RB | Carroll | 2022 | R/333
Vic Taylor Vic Taylor 5'6" | 155 lbs | RB Archbishop Carroll | 2022 State PA was the lone bright spot in this one. Taylor was everywhere for ABC. Offense, where his speed and quickness were tough to contain for PJP. Defense, where he was a stalwart in run-support and not afraid to put his head down and make a big tackle. Special teams, where he was also effective. Can’t wait to see more.
* Conwell-Egan 25 – Upper Merion 13
- Maximus Locke | 5’10, 235 | OL | CEC | 2022 | R/U
- Dante Morris Dante Morris 5'11" | 195 lbs | ATH Conwell-Egan Catholic | 2022 State PA | 5’11, 200 | QB/ATH | CEC | 2022 | R/U
- Zamire Cottrell Zamire Cottrell 6'4" | 260 lbs | DL Conwell-Egan | 2023 State PA | 6’3, 230 | DL | CEC | 2023 | R/61
- Colin Majors Colin Majors 5'9" | 160 lbs | RB Conwell Egan Catholic | 2023 State PA | 5’9, 160 | ATH | CEC | 2023 | R/280
We begin with two new names to the site! Maximus Locke, who displayed good power in the trenches on both sides of the line. We should speak about the game Dante Morris Dante Morris 5'11" | 195 lbs | ATH Conwell-Egan Catholic | 2022 State PA had. I am intrigued by his build and athletic abilities. 12 carries for 193 yards is special, two touchdowns to boot. Love to find new names and this kid is officially on my radar. Zamire was controlling guys along the defensive line as well. Majors was making plays as well, he’s got alignment versatility that allows him to win matchups on offense and defense. I want to catch a CEC game in person soon!