The Performers That Shined Brightest on Team Flash at The Show
A number of the nation’s brightest young stars were in attendance at The Show in Atlanta, Ga. this past week. Athletes from the class of 2026, 2027 and even a few 2028’s were split into 7-on-7 teams and took to…
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Continue ReadingA number of the nation’s brightest young stars were in attendance at The Show in Atlanta, Ga. this past week. Athletes from the class of 2026, 2027 and even a few 2028’s were split into 7-on-7 teams and took to the fields in the 100-degree weather. It was a very deep and talented field of talent–every athlete had to be invited to attend. With that said, below are the athletes that stood out specifically on Team Flash.
Cayden Thomas | Athlete | Florida | 2026
Thomas told me he signed up late(r) for the The Show and wasn’t able to select his natural position of Quarterback. However, his overall athleticism took over at Wide Receiver and it paved the way for a big weekend at The Show, culminating in a team MVP medal. It was obvious he knew how to make himself a target for the QB’s, taking his knowledge of the position and applying it. As I was bouncing around the games, I did see him get a few reps at the helm as well.
Kiyante Ingram | Defensive Back | Georgia | 2026
Ingram was one of several prospects from McEachern, Ga. at the event. The Indians were GMSAA champions this past season and one could see why. Ingram flashed on the defensive side of the ball throughout the event getting his hands on a number of errant passes. He’s a good-looking prospect with a frame that’s going to allow him to put on significant muscle. He’s a bigger, more physical player that could play Linebacker or Strong Safety.
Keyon Robinson | Wide Receiver | Louisiana | 2026
Robinson was a busy man during The Show, playing both sides of the ball for Team Flash. While he payed well on defense, it was his play at Wide Receiver on the offensive side of the ball is where he opened a lot of eyes. He is put together very well and has a strong body that allowed him to have his way on the field. Can sharpen his routes a little bit, but he has all the physical tools. I see a lot of similarities in his game and that of Luther Burden, the number one Wide Receiver in the 2022 class.
Saeed Williams Jr. Saeed Williams Jr. 6'1" | 185 lbs | QB Warwick | 2026 State VA | Athlete | Virginia | 2026
Another prospect that shined on both sides of the ball throughout his time down there was Williams. He entered the event with an offer from Buffalo already and it was very clear to see why. With the benefit of versatile athletes on his team, Williams was freed up to play Quarterback, but also some Wide Receiver as well. Also played Defensive Back too. The most memorable sequence I saw, was him highpoint an interception on defense and then throw a TD pass two plays later as a Quarterback. Impressive.
Sean Locklear | Athlete | North Carolina | 2026
I was not familiar with Locklear ahead of The Show but he was a prospect that impressed me fairly quickly and in a big way throughout the pool games. Really liked his length on the outside as Wide Receiver, had a very big catch radius. Wouldn’t call him a burner but he certainly has more than enough speed to run himself open and away from Defensive Backs. Ran some of the better routes I saw and was specifically impressed with his advanced ability to stack and set up Defensive Backs to get open.
Forrest Loving | Athlete | Florida | 2026
All 7-on-7 events are really designed for Quarterbacks to play pitch and catch with Wide Receivers, against Defensive Backs. For that reason sometimes the ability and stats don’t always translate to what’s on the field. I feel like that was the case with Loving, who looks to me like a natural Running Back. He has borderline elite acceleration and was one of the quickest kids in space I saw. On a very deep team. his time with the ball in his hands was limited but he’s a next level athlete.
Trey Wright | Quarterback | Texas | 2028
On a team with at least three prospects whose main position is Quarterback, Wright had to do things to stand out and he did. Despite being one of the youngest prospects in attendance, and the youngest on his team, Wright stepped up and played at a very high level. Some kids have the gift of vision on the field or court and Wright checks both boxes–as a guard in basketball as well. At The Show specifically, instead of waiting on his Wide Receivers to break at the top of their routes, he was throwing to where they would be. That type of anticipation and accuracy is rare, especially in a prospect only going into seventh grade.