Catholic Memorial’s Top Sleeper Prospects
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Today, we’re out in Massachusetts looking at the state’s top program, Catholic Memorial. We decided to hone in on their top sleepers, a list that features both 2023 & 2024 prospects. A few of the youngsters featured in this article…
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Continue ReadingToday, we’re out in Massachusetts looking at the state’s top program, Catholic Memorial. We decided to hone in on their top sleepers, a list that features both 2023 & 2024 prospects. A few of the youngsters featured in this article have picked up a small number of offers. However, I think the group as a whole is a bit undervalued and should garner more recruiting attention in the very near future. With that being said, here’s who to watch for!
WR: Mervens Amazan Mervens Amazan 6'3" | 200 lbs | WR Catholic Memorial (MA) | 2023 State NewE , 6’3″ 200, SR
- Quite explosive at the top of his route.
- Glides downfield like a gazelle with his long strides.
- Hands and feet work in sync to defeat press coverage.
LB: Zachary Brown Zachary Brown 6'0" | 200 lbs | LB West Roxbury Catholic Memorial | 2024 State NewE , 6′ 200, JR
- Once he gets a ball carrier in his sights, he’s a tough man to evade.
- He’s strong at the point of attack when taking on blocks, and shows great body control tackling in space.
- His quick trigger creates a ton of tackles for loss.
QB: JC Petrongolo JC Petrongolo 6'2" | 215 lbs | QB Catholic Memorial | 2023 State NewE , 6’2″ 215, SR
- Threw for 30 touchdowns to just 3 interceptions in 2021.
- Poised despite what is going on around him.
- Footwork and timing are phenomenal.
LB: Mickey Doyle, 6′ 215, SR
- Barrels through first-level blocks.
- Sees the quarterback well sitting in his zone drop.
- Gives up little to no ground when taking on interior offensive linemen at the second level.
LB: Brady McGowan Brady McGowan 6'0" | 205 lbs | LB Catholic Memorial | 2023 State NewE , 6′ 205, SR
- Oustanding production last fall, finishing with 110 total tackles.
- Plays angry on tape.
- More than willing to come downhill and plug open gaps inside the box.
LB: Will Claude Will Claude 6'1" | 210 lbs | LB Catholic Memorial | 2024 State NewE , 6′ 190, JR
- Has a high motor that keeps churning.
- Can split slide protections coming towards him.
- Will make effort plays from the backside if left unblocked.
OL: Brandon Sullivan Brandon Sullivan 6'3" | 295 lbs | OL Catholic Memorial | 2024 State NewE , 6’2″ 275, JR
- Plays with a mean streak.
- Hits on a rise and keeps his feet moving on contact.
- Hands are well-placed and violent.
WR: Matthew Rios Matthew Rios 6'3" | WR Catholic Memorial | 2023 State NewE , 6’3″ 190, SR
- Takes pride in perimeter blocking.
- Becomes a major weapon in the red area based on his leaping ability.
- Hands are like claws plucking everything within the framework of his body.
OL: Timmy Bruen, 6’6″ 300, SR
- Moves awfully well for a man his size.
- Fights to create lockout as a run blocker.
- Has good ankle and knee flexion.