Washington’s Small Town Big Talent Running Backs
In this article:
Colleges often miss out on talented prospects because the prospect was from a small town or small school. Below are some incredibly talented athletes who come from a small town but display tremendous ability. Takari Hickle Takari Hickle 6'4" |…
Access all of Prep Redzone
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingColleges often miss out on talented prospects because the prospect was from a small town or small school. Below are some incredibly talented athletes who come from a small town but display tremendous ability.
Takari Hickle Takari Hickle 6'4" | 240 lbs | DL Tenino | 2022 State WA , SR, Tenino High School, 6-4 260 RB, T, DE
Takari is the ideal athlete. He’s a big downhill runner who can play multiple positions on both sides of the ball. He compiled over 2,000 yards rushing, and 24 touchdowns on the offensive side of the ball while also recording 9 sacks on defense. He is a prime example of a small town big talent prospect.
Jose Torres , JR Toppenish High School, 5-4 165 RB, S
Torres is a running back who has an extreme top speed, elusiveness, and excellent instinct. Averaging over 100 yards per game, Torres proves to be a consistent athlete who is a threat on inside and outside runs. His performance this past year signifies a promising senior year for Jose and the Toppenish High School.
Logan Massie , SR East Jefferson, 6-1 185 RB, OLB
With an average of 16 yards per carry, Logan is a strong physical runner who possesses the ability to gash defenses for big plays. He makes excellent cuts in the box and flashes of speed in the open field. Overall, Massie displays tremendous talent and promise.
Dylan Norman , SO Eatonville High School, 5-9 160 RB, DB
Dylan Norman is an athlete that deserves many accolades. It is important to note that Dylan is only a sophomore but has already had a near 1,000 rushing yard season. Norman’s performance is set to drastically improve as he becomes an upperclassmen in the next few years. He is a prospect that certainly should be watched in the upcoming seasons.
Keldyn Smith , SR Granite Falls High School, 5-6 150 RB, DB
Smith is the type of running back who packs a punch with every run. He is a consistent runner who breaks through tackles and averages 7 yards per carry and 90 yards per game. Keldyn is an elusive back who can make defenders miss and convert broken plays into positive yards. He is certainly an asset for teams to have.
Austin Harrison , JR Bellevue Christian High School, 5-10 160 RB, DB
Harrison has proven to be a versatile running back who can line up in the slot or the traditional HB position. He is a do it all player who averages 7 yards a carry on offense but also serves as an excellent coverage player with 4 interceptions. Austin is an electric athlete who plays with intensity. His skill sets are ones that certainly commands attention from prospective teams.
Byson Vasquez Byson Vasquez 6'0" | 170 lbs | LB Cascade Christian | 2024 State WA , SO Cascade Christian High School 5-10 168 RB, MLB
Byson Vasquez Byson Vasquez 6'0" | 170 lbs | LB Cascade Christian | 2024 State WA was one of the bright spots for Cascade Christian this year. Vasquez’s productivity is due to his fervent demeanor as an athlete. Despite his circumstances, Byson averaged over 6 yards a carry as a sophomore and shows his ability to make plays with the ball in his hands. Byson is a prime example of the extreme talent that is hidden in a small team and should be watched as he progresses these upcoming seasons.