2021-2022 Oak Grove Program Review
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Oak Grove has had great success over the years and continues to be a contender for the state championships nearly every year. Grove made it into the second round of the playoffs this season and will look to make another…
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Continue ReadingOak Grove has had great success over the years and continues to be a contender for the state championships nearly every year. Grove made it into the second round of the playoffs this season and will look to make another attempt at the trophy next season. Here are some athletes who were formative in the program’s success and will be key contributors next season.
Anthony Maddox Anthony Maddox 6’2″ | 185 lbs | QB Oak Grove | 2024 State MS is the main signal caller and QB for the Oak Grove Warriors. Maddos had quite the productive season throwing for over 2,000 and rushing for another 350 yards for 21 TDs. Anthony’s completion rate is at notable 62 percent proving that he can find the open receiver with consistency. Maddox is currently a 3 star prospect with an offer from Alabama and Interest from Southern Miss. Anthony will be looking to increase his prospect value as he looks to light it up this next season.
Kylin is a dude who has found success early and will continue his upward trajectory for many years to come. As a Sophomore Kylin Champagne Kylin Champagne 5’11” | 205 lbs | RB Oak Grove Highschool | 2025 State MS has proved that he can be one of Oak Grove’s main running backs. Due to his performances Kylin has received various awards such as Athlete of the week and others. Not only was he a key component this season but it is evident that he will be a force to be reckoned with in the next seasons to come.
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Tajii Burkett
Tajii Burkett
Tajii Burkett is an athlete who has exceptional speed and ability. Some may overlook Burkett due to size however He has proven that with the ball in his hands he can be explosive. Burkett is one of those athletes that is difficult to tackle in space as he can put a move on defenders and then be in the endzone. Burkett will be one of Oak Groves most prolific receivers come 2023 and take them far into the playoffs.
Caleb Moore
Caleb Moore
Caleb Moore is one of those athletes with incredible twitch and ability. Over and over this season Moore can be seen breaking his way through the offensive line to make a big time play in the backfield. Moore has shown the patience, power and speed to catch up to any athlete and bring them down. Moore will certainly be a foundational piece for this Oak Grove defense and a great prospect.
Andrew Maddox Andrew Maddox 6’5″ | 280 lbs | DL Oak Grove | 2025 State MS is an immense athlete for the Oak Grove Warriors. Standing at 6-5 280 Maddox is very difficult for opponents to block. This young dude is certainly a stud and he is making sure that everyone knows it. Andrew is considered by many as a 4 star prospect, an All American and potentially a Future SEC athlete. Maddox has recieved 13 offers from program such as Alabama, Arkansas, FSU, Mississippi State and Indiana. What is certain is that Maddox is set to play high level football for the rest of his career.
Based on the evaluations it appears that Oak Grove will be in great shape to contend for the State Championships next season. With these previously mentioned athletes leading the way this program will be one to be reckoned with and potentially in the top 10 programs in the state.