News and Notes 5-11 to 5-18
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It is that time of week again. Time for the news and notes and what is making headlines this week in the Natural State. First of all, congratulations go out to the class of 2022 on all of the graduation…
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Continue ReadingIt is that time of week again. Time for the news and notes and what is making headlines this week in the Natural State. First of all, congratulations go out to the class of 2022 on all of the graduation ceremonies and activities involved with it. The class of 2022 is one of the better classes I have had the opportunity to scout over the years and you guys deserve all the respect in the world. Now to covering everything going on including scholarship offers and some spring football news taking place.
JT Tomescko JT Tomescko 6'2" | 175 lbs | DB Bentonville | 2023 State AR -Defensive Back-Bentonville-2023
The Bentonville defensive back is one of the prospects that flew under the radar until recently. He is the kind of prospect that can play both sides of the ball with little difficulty. From a defensive perspective he is a playmaker in the secondary. Earlier in the week, Tomescko picked up a scholarship offer from Colorado State University. He is doing everything needed to earn more over the next few months and I fully expect him to this coming season.
CJ Brown CJ Brown 6'2" | 190 lbs | ATH Bentonville | 2024 State AR -Athlete-Bentonville-2024
Brown is a versatile player with incredible speed. He can play anywhere on the field, and he has put it on display numerous times over the past year. With scholarship offers from Arkansas, Kansas State, and Nebraska to his credit; Brown picked up a scholarship offer from Colorado State University earlier in the week. Brown has the opportunity to have an impressive season with the Tigers and I look forward to seeing them play this season.
Carson Morgan Carson Morgan 6'1" | 180 lbs | RB Bentonville West | 2023 State AR -Running Back-Bentonville West-2023
Versatility is the name of the game for running back Carson Morgan Carson Morgan 6'1" | 180 lbs | RB Bentonville West | 2023 State AR . The Bentonville West running back has the ability to make defenders miss at an impressive rate. What really stands out when you watch Morgan play is not just his ability to run the football, but his ability to split out as a wide receiver as well. Earlier in the week, Morgan received a scholarship offer from Arkansas Baptist University. I expect Morgan to have another strong football season this season. He’s a prospect to watch out for this season.
Jay Purifoy Jay Purifoy 5'8" | 160 lbs | RB Arkadelphia | 2025 State AR -Running Back-Arkadelphia-2025
The Arkadelphia running back is a player that has tremendous speed. He is the type of back that chooses the rushing lane wisely. Purifoy can be lined up at the running back or wide receiver positions. He has the hands and the speed to be dangerous in the Arkadelphia passing game. Purifoy earned a scholarship offer from Arkansas Baptist University this week. The Arkansas Baptist offer will be the first of many for the talented Arkadelphia running back.
Omarion Robinson Omarion Robinson 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB Little Rock Parkview | 2025 State AR -Defensive Back-Little Rock Parkview-2025
The 2025 class is getting some looks this week. Standout safety Omarion Robinson Omarion Robinson 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB Little Rock Parkview | 2025 State AR earned a scholarship from TCU this week. Robinson is a playmaker in the secondary. He can pick off passes or deliver a hit to separate the ball from the ball carrier. Robinson has the potential to blow up from recruiting perspective over the course of the next few months. Keep an eye on Robinson he is a prospect that is on the rise.
Carter McElhany Carter McElhany 5'7" | 155 lbs | WR Greenbrier | 2023 State AR -Wide Receiver-Greenbrier-2023
McElhany has excellent speed and is a threat to score from anywhere on the field. He is a nightmare to matchup against because of the speed and smooth routes he throws at opposing defensive backs. The Greenbrier wide receiver picked up a scholarship offer from the United State Military Academy this week. I expect McElhany to have an impressive season. He is one of those players that is always looking to improve and is a student of the game.