Team Preview: Strong Offense Propelling Millbrook
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I have begun team previews of some of the top teams in the Raleigh/Durham region. There are a lot of talented players throughout the region. The previews will highlight the recruits on the teams featured. A high level of competition…
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Continue ReadingI have begun team previews of some of the top teams in the Raleigh/Durham region. There are a lot of talented players throughout the region. The previews will highlight the recruits on the teams featured. A high level of competition is expected as the high school season starts in late August.
Mason Fortune Mason Fortune 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Millbrook | 2024 State NC (6’1″ 170) set school records (40 passing TDs) and led the state with 3,137 passing yards for the Class of 2024 Quarterbacks. He is expected to continue his high level of play as he leads another high-powered offense. Mason’s primary targets will be wide receivers, Nathan Leacock Nathan Leacock 6'4" | 200 lbs | WR Millbrook | 2023 State NC (6’3″ 200), Ty Broughton Ty Broughton 6'2" | 180 lbs | WR Millbrook | 2023 State NC (6’2″ 175), and Chase McClary Chase McClary 6'2" | 180 lbs | WR Millbrook | 2023 State NC (6’2″ 180). Speedster Leacock will be difficult to defend in man-coverage and will often be double-teamed. Ty and Chase are solid route runners with good hands. David Santiago David Santiago 6'3" | 230 lbs | ATH Millbrook | 2023 State NC (6’4″ 230, TE) uses his body to shield defenders to make catches in traffic. Mason will hand off the ball to Xavier Pugh Xavier Pugh 5'10" | 190 lbs | DB Millbrook | 2023 State NC (5’10” 185, RB) and John Alarcon John Alarcon 5'6" | 175 lbs | RB Millbrook | 2024 State NC Gomez (5’7″ 175) to establish the ground game. Xavier will mix it up with inside running and the speed to get outside and accelerate past defenders in the open field. John is a shifty runner who looks for an opening to gain yards. Tyler Heggins-Hill (6’3″ 250, OL), Jaylon Johnson Jaylon Johnson 6'3" | 275 lbs | DL Millbrook | 2023 State NC (6’3″ 275, OL), and Micah Sumpter (6’4″ 270, OL) will anchor the offensive line opening lanes for the running backs and protecting their quarterback.
Tyler Heggins-Hill (6’3″ 250, DL) and Jaylon Johnson Jaylon Johnson 6'3" | 275 lbs | DL Millbrook | 2023 State NC (6’3″ 275, DL) both play on both sides of the ball. They are technique-sound defensive linemen who are “run-stoppers”. David Santiago David Santiago 6'3" | 230 lbs | ATH Millbrook | 2023 State NC (6’4″ 230, ATH) is a standout performer who lines up at both the defensive end and linebacker positions. He changes direction quickly and makes a high number of stops. Daunte Stokes Daunte Stokes 6'1" | 195 lbs | DB Millbrook | 2023 State NC (6’1″ 195, DB) and Xavier Pugh Xavier Pugh 5'10" | 190 lbs | DB Millbrook | 2023 State NC (5’10” 185) are expected to anchor the defensive secondary. They are both technique-sound with good reaction and defend receivers well. Millbrook is expected to contend for the conference crown and advance into the state playoffs.