Pinecrest vs. Jordan – Offensive Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I was on the sidelines for the State Second-Round Playoffs game. Pinecrest was able to take control of the first half of the game. Jordan mounted a comeback in the second half to gain momentum and win the game. The listed players performances caught my attention throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Pinecrest </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mason Konen - QB, 6'4" 205</strong>. Mason directed a ground-oriented attack throughout the game. He completed a few passes during the rain and windy conditions throughout the game. Mason completed 5 of 12 passes for 48 yards and 1 TD and 2 interceptions. He tucked it and ran to score a TD during one offensive series.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Nahjiir Seagraves - RB, 5'11" 175</strong>. Nahjiir displayed balance and speed to accelerate past defenders once he found an open lane. He had 14 carries for 73 yards on a rain-soaked field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Zymaire Spencer - RB, 5'10" 170</strong>. Zymaire displayed balance and vision while following blockers, looking for an opening to gain yards. He displayed speed to accelerate past defenders in the open field to gain big yardage. Zymaire had 15 carries for 160 yards and 2 TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hunter Neifert - WR, 6'1" 195</strong>. Hunter ran good pass routes and separation from defenders to make catches. He had 3 receptions for 37 yards and 1 TD.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Roston Barber - T, 6'3" 265</strong>. Roston displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He was technique-sound in run-blocking throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Rylan Lupo - C, 5'10" 260</strong>. Rylan displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He was technique-sound in run-blocking throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Austin Deese - T, 6'2" 270</strong>. Austin displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He was technique-sound in run-blocking throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Rylan Lupo - C, 5'10" 260</strong>. Rylan displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He was technique-sound in run-blocking throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Austin Deese - T, 6'2" 270</strong>. Austin displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He was technique-sound in run-blocking throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Dominick Bialer - G, 5'10" 200</strong>. Dominick displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He was technique-sound in run-blocking throughout the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jordan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Addison Vondy - QB, 6'3" 180</strong>. He displayed calmness while directing the offense throughout the game. He displayed accuracy and good ball velocity on the short passes. Addison did a good job of mixing up passing and running plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='380042' first='Amareon' last='Blue'] - RB, 5'8" 170</strong> <strong>(No. 3 RB, No. 25 Overall).</strong> Amareon plays on both sides of the ball for his team. He runs with power and balance while running inside for tough yardage. He displayed speed to accelerate past defenders in the open field to gain big yardage. He displayed good hands on catches that were made on the passing plays. Amareon has eclipsed the 2,000 rushing yards mark this season and he does not go down after initial contact is made.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='363263' first='Luke' last='Dale'] - RB, 6'1" 200</strong> <strong>(No. 29 LB, No. 283 Overall)</strong>. Luke plays on both sides of the ball for his team. He displayed quickness and power while running inside for tough yardage. He displayed speed to accelerate past defenders in the open field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='304423' first='Trevor' last='Dury'] - T, 6'5" 280</strong> <strong>(No. 18 OL, No. 162 Overall)</strong>. Trevor displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He displayed quickness and upper body strength while drive-blocking defenders out of the play. Trevor is the anchor on the offensive line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='321266' first='Noah' last='Clark'] - G, 6'2" 275 (No. 2 DL, No. 9 Overall)</strong>. Noah plays on both sides of the ball for his team. He displayed quickness and upper body strength while drive-blocking defenders out of the play. Noah displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='120038' first='Tyler' last='Clark'] - G, 6'3" 270</strong> <strong>(No. 1 OL, No. 24 Overall)</strong>. Tyler plays on both sides of the ball for his team. He displayed good footwork and technique to control defenders while opening lanes for the running backs. He displayed quickness and upper body strength while drive-blocking defenders out of the play. Tyler is athletic and talented offensive lineman with a bright upside. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->