WEEK 9 TOP FOOTBALL PERFORMERS

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the season winding down, another impressive week is in the books here in Florida and more athletes are continuing to emerge.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As college coaches are searching for those prospects to help their respective programs, we are giving them additional talent to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here is a look at some of the eye-catching performances this week:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In South Plantation's exciting win, junior quarterback <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='275843' first='Jadyn' last='Glasser']</strong> (Passing: 21-31 369 Yds 4 TDs 1 INT) and (Rushing: 51 yards, 1 TD).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sophomore RB <strong>Deandre Desinor</strong> had just 12 carries 306 rushing yards, 482 all-purpose yards and 7 touchdowns in Coconut Creek North Broward Prep's win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In Parkland's win over Hollywood South Broward, junior <strong>Clayton Cannon</strong> (RB 19/236 1 TD 3 2pt Conversions), <strong>Justin Spano</strong> (RB 12/102 2 Tds 1 2 point Conversion),<strong> Jackson Norkunas </strong>(FS, 11 tackles, 1 interception) <strong>Tucker Jean</strong> (DE, 6 Tackles 2 tackles for loss) and <strong>Gabe Lenamon</strong> (8 Tackles and a forced fumble).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons DB <strong>Tre'Mone Drisdom</strong> had 7 tackles and a touchdown to spark the two-time defending state champions on the road.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hudson Cobras WR <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='404606' first='A.J.' last='McFarlane']</strong> had a team-high 97 receiving yards on 5 receptions and 2 TD in a win. On the season, he has 27 receptions, 722 receiving yards, 11 TD (leading receiver in his county) and 20 tackles on defense. <strong>Riley Blevens completed</strong> 14-of-25 passes for 240 yards and five touchdowns. DE <strong>Elias Williams</strong> had a team-high 5 tackles, 2.0 sacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Belleview 2025 DE/OLB <strong>Jaiden Trentgrove</strong> had a solid Week 9 with 1.5 Sacks, 4 Tackles , 1 Forced Fumble , 2 pass deflections, 1 Forced Interception.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cocoa Beach 2023 LB <strong>Mitch McNeely</strong> had another solid game for the Minutemen with 16 tackles (3 solo, 13 assist), 5 TFL, 1 sack. His recruitment needs to start picking up. He is too productive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fort Pierce John Carroll 2023 OL <strong>Jordan Capraro</strong> isn't just a quality student in the classroom, he also gets it done on the football field where he helped to pave the way for 295 Rushing yards, 5 Rushing touchdowns in another big win. Senior WR <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='404608' first='Aidan' last='Singleton']</strong> had 184 yards and a score.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It was another total team effort for Miami True North Classical Academy. Among those making a contribution were <strong>Zach Katz</strong> (25/33 266 Yards 2 TDs and 3 carries 37 yards), <strong>Jasen “Jroc” Lopez</strong> (8 receptions 122 yards), <strong>Jorge Cascudo </strong>(3 receptions 36 yards 1 TD), <strong>Jonjon Delgado</strong> (3 receptions, 26 yards 1 TD, 7 tackles and 1 60-yard fumble recovery for TD) and <strong>Tristian Smith</strong>, who finished with 6 tackles and some key plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In Naples Golden Gate's big win, <strong>Treyvon Jean</strong> (RB, 25 Carries 264 Yards and 3 TDs) and <strong>Juderain Partha </strong>(2 Tackles 3 Assists 1 interception return for a TD and 2 Fumbles Recoveries).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It has been quite a season for Tampa Plant and the Panthers had a number of key performances this past week. Among those were <strong>Trey O'Malley</strong> (6/8 81 yards, 1 TD, long: 36 yards 1 rush for 16yds), <strong>J.C. Mirasola</strong> (6 9/10 88 yards, 1 TD, long: 30 yards), <strong>Jaquez Kindell</strong> (10 receptions 128 yds 2 TD's 2rushes for 13 yds 1 PBU),&nbsp; <strong>Waltez Clark</strong> (9 rushes 88 yards 3 TD's 10 tackles (6 asst &amp; 4 solo) 1 Fumble caused 2 TFL 1 Sack), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='468699' first='Chase' last='Jarrett']</strong> (9 tackles - 5 solo &amp; 4 assisted,1 interception, 1 TD),&nbsp; <strong>Jaden Davis</strong> (11 tackles - 7 solo &amp; 4 assisted, 2 PBU, 1 interception, 1 fumble recovery 1 TD) and <strong>Antoine Bailey</strong> (7 tackles - 6 solo &amp; 1 assisted, 1 pass breakup, 1 tackle for loss).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Land ‘O Lakes had several standouts in the annual ‘Butter Bowl' as QB <strong>Mason Clarke</strong> completed 8-of-11 passes for 157 yards and a touchdown, WR <strong>Kennen Ayala</strong> had 154 total yards (94 rushing, 60 receiving) and RB <strong>Cody Gwinn</strong> ran for 85 yards and scored a touchdown.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tayshaun Balmir,</strong> Dade City Pasco standout running back ran for 158 yards and scored two touchdowns. The Pirates were also impressive on defense with seven sacks with <strong>Anthony Pratt</strong> – (3), <strong>Christopher Jones</strong> (2), Cody Juarez (1) and <strong>Tyreese Grose</strong> (1) and three interceptions by <strong>Zabrian Hammond.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sophomore QB <strong>Ennio Yapoor</strong> and Georgia Tech-bound senior RB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128052' first='Javin' last='Simpkins']</strong> combined for over 200 yards as Miami Norland won a key GMAC Week game against Miami Palmetto.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>New Port Richey Mitchell QB <strong>Chris Ferrini </strong>was 7 of 14 for 111 yards, and an interception. He also rushed for 136 yards on 25 carries, 2 touchdowns. So far this season he is 69 of 133 for 869 passing yards, 6 TD, 5 interceptions. Rushing, he has 703 rushing yards, 10 touchdowns and even registered 20 tackles on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jacksonville University Christian 2024 DB <strong>Ryan Oakley Jr.</strong> was targeted 8 times and allowed 1 completion for 12 yards. Ryan to CB from Safety to cover Jacksonville Terry Parker's top receivers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Palm Beach Central senior QB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128315' first='Ahmad' last='Haston']</strong>, who had a 265 yard and five touchdown night, tossed three scoring passes to <strong>Luby Maurice Jr.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tampa Gaither QB <strong>Jayce Nixon</strong> was 23 of 25 for 405 yards and 5 touchdowns. He also ran for 61 yards. On defense, <strong>Antonio Henley</strong> had a monster game with 6 sacks, 9 tackles and a blocked field goal attempt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Delray Beach Atlantic 2025 DB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='267271' first='Tavius' last='Horne Jr'].</strong> came up with four tackles, 1 tackle for loss and a pick 6 for a score in a win against Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Class of 2024 QB <strong>Aidan Karsh</strong>, Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace threw for 254 yards and 3 scores in a win against Miami Immaculata LaSalle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pompano Beach Blanche Ely remained unbeaten as 2023 WR/TE <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128532' first='Marcus' last='Williams']</strong> (3 catches 88 yards 1 touchdown), &nbsp;2023 QB <strong>Nahcoy Daniels</strong> (12-14 188 yards 2 touchdowns – 1 rushing TD) and OL <strong>A.J. Foulkes</strong> had 3 pancake blocks, gave up no sacks and paved the way for the unbeaten Tigers' running game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2025 DT <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='221454' first='Davion' last='Dixon']</strong>, one of the best nationally in his class, had another impressive game for Miami Belen Jesuit, finishing with 6.5 Tackles, 5 Tackles&nbsp;for loss, 2 QB Hurries, 1/2 Sack and a forced fumble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>North Palm Beach Benjamin star running back <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='404161' first='Chauncey' last='Bowens']</strong> finished with 126 yards and three touchdowns in a huge win against Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fort Lauderdale NSU University School DE <strong>Dylan Daniel </strong>had 15 tackles and 2 fumble recoveries.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2023 LB/TE <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='128724' first='Brady' last='Nowlan']</strong>, Brooksville Nature Coast had 1 TD, 60 Yards Receiving, 1 Sack and 2 tackles for loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2024 RB <strong>Randy Maldonado</strong> Miami Springs ran for 108 yards and a score in a GMAC Week matchup with Doral Ronald Reagan.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2024 Miami Gulliver Prep LB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='404259' first='Dylan' last='Calero']</strong> came up with 11 Tackles, 1 Sack, 3 Tackles for Loss, 3 Carries for 17 yards and 1 Touchdown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LaBelle had some outstanding performances this week – with <strong>Wyatt Milks</strong> (18 tackles), <strong>Isaac Santamaria</strong> (17 carries 160 yards, 1 TD), <strong>Tanner Spencer</strong> (9 tackles), <strong>Wyatt Nicklos</strong> (10 tackles, 1 interception) and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='275839' first='Maurice' last='McClain Jr'].</strong> (9 tackles, 2 TFL, &amp; 1 TD).&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Making his second varsity start at QB, 2025 standout <strong>David Parks</strong> accounted for 200 plus yards and 3 scores in Sanford Seminole's win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='441543' first='Tyler' last='Jensen']</strong> of New Port Richey River Ridge had 8 tackles 2 TFL and pick 6 in a 50-9 win. Tyler has a district leading 76 tackles in 8 games this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pembroke Pines West Broward had a trio of standouts this week. Quarterback <strong>Jonathan Morillo</strong> (18 of 27 for 252 yards 4 touchdowns. Also had 24 yards rushing. Receivers <strong>Josh Moore</strong> (5 for 76 yards and 2 scores) and <strong>Brandon Armenteros</strong> (6 for 113 and two scores).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mount Dora's <strong>Russell Fickett</strong> had 12 tackles and 2 caused fumbles against Tavares.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>UPDATED CLASS OF 2023 RANKINGS.</strong> <a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/rankings/2023-rankings/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/rankings/2023-rankings/</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>CLASS OF 2024 RANKINGS.</strong><a href=" https://prepredzone.com/2022/08/updated-2024-florida-rankings/"> https://prepredzone.com/2022/08/updated-2024-florida-rankings/</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tracking Florida's Football Teams For 2022 –</strong> <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2022/04/tracking-florida-football-teams/">https://prepredzone.com/2022/04/tracking-florida-football-teams/</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://twitter.com/bradynowlan15">&nbsp;</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->