Final Look at Charleston Area 2023 Prospects
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Of the 249 players ranked in the final list of 2023 South Carolina prospects, 40 of those listed played in the Charleston area. The list of players is split almost evenly between offensive and defensive performers, with a few athletes…
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Continue ReadingOf the 249 players ranked in the final list of 2023 South Carolina prospects, 40 of those listed played in the Charleston area. The list of players is split almost evenly between offensive and defensive performers, with a few athletes listed as well.
This article will deal with the top offensive prospects in the Tri-County area of Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties.
Monroe Freeling Monroe Freeling 6'7" | 285 lbs | OL Oceanside Collegiate Academy | 2023 State SC – Oceanside Collegiate, OL
Monroe Freeling Monroe Freeling 6'7" | 285 lbs | OL Oceanside Collegiate Academy | 2023 State SC is rated the No. 1 prospect in the state by year’s end and already enrolled at the University of Georgia. Barring injury and assuming continued development at the college level, the 6-7, 300-pounder will likely be an NFL performer in a few years. He proved to be a force as a first-year worker along the defensive line, as you can see in his HUDL video.
Vaughn Blue Vaughn Blue 5'10" | 180 lbs | RB Oceanside Collegiate Academy | 2023 State SC – Oceanside Collegiate – RB
Vaughn Blue Vaughn Blue 5'10" | 180 lbs | RB Oceanside Collegiate Academy | 2023 State SC missed six games with a hand injury but still rushed for more than 1,200 yards in 2023. Blue has great field vision and feet, sees the hole and hits it at full speed. He also is a weapon in the passing game with good hands. He signed with Liberty University. Blue is the second-ranked running back in the state, behind Dutch Fork’s Jarvis Green Jarvis Green 5'11" | 190 lbs | RB Dutch Fork | 2023 State SC .
Suderian Harrison Suderian Harrison 5'11" | 165 lbs | ATH Woodland | 2023 State SC – Woodland – QB/ATH
While Suderian Harrison Suderian Harrison 5'11" | 165 lbs | ATH Woodland | 2023 State SC was the most productive quarterback in the Lowcountry, he signed with the University of Virginia as an athlete. The 5-10, 175-pounder will likely play receiver or cornerback at the next level. Harrison accounted for 49 touchdowns in 2023 and racked up more than 1,000 rushing yard and more than 2,000 passing yards. He is extremely shifty with great vision. In a word, he is a playmaker. Harrison played receiver in the Shrine Bowl.
Zolten Osborne – Fort Dorchester – QB
Though not at full health for much of the 2023 season, Zolten Osborne Zolten Osborne 6'2" | 205 lbs | QB Fort Dorchester | 2023 State SC (6-2, 205) displayed is potential and ability as a junior when he passed for more than 3,500 yards and 35 touchdowns. Extremely accurate on the deep ball because of his strong arm. Has added strength since his freshman year, when he was thrown into most games. His experience is a plus and he will most assuredly get a next level opportunity.
Drew Moore Drew Moore 6'3" | 175 lbs | QB Goose Creek | 2023 State SC – Goose Creek – QB
Drew Moore Drew Moore 6'3" | 175 lbs | QB Goose Creek | 2023 State SC was a three-year starter for the Gators, leading them to three straight region titles. Threw for more than 2,600 yards and accounted for 36 total touchdowns this season. His 6-3 frame will add bulk on the college level, which will enhance his already strong arm. Signed with Mercer University and was an early enrollee.
Kameron Durant Kameron Durant 6'4" | 315 lbs | OL Cane Bay | 2023 State SC – Cane Bay – OL
Kameron Durant Kameron Durant 6'4" | 315 lbs | OL Cane Bay | 2023 State SC was a three-year starter and a two-time All-Lowcountry selection. He signed with East Carolina in December and played in the North-South all-star game. Already has Division I size at 6-4, 315 and can play guard or tackle, but will likely play guard for the Pirates.
Troy Reid Troy Reid 6'1" | 165 lbs | WR Goose Creek | 2023 State SC – Goose Creek – WR
Troy Reid Troy Reid 6'1" | 165 lbs | WR Goose Creek | 2023 State SC spent one season at Goose Creek after transferring from nearby Berkeley High and made huge impact in the Gators’ passing game. One of the leading receivers in the state with 75 grabs for 1,186 yards and 11 touchdowns.
Marquez Spells – Summerville – RB
One of the more versatile performers in the state this season. Marquez Spells finished with 2,011 all-purpose yards, including 1,366 rushing yards. He also returned two kickoffs for touchdowns. Has very good speed and at 5-10, 185-pounds he can run over tacklers. He played on the SC Shrine Bowl team.
Other top offensive prospects in the Charleston area include Oceanside Collegiate receivers Jace Kraftchick Jace Kraftchick 6'3" | 205 lbs | WR Oceanside Collegiate | 2023 State SC and Cole Strickler Cole Strickler 6'4" | 220 lbs | WR Oceanside Collegiate Academy | 2023 State SC ; Athlete Kevin Townsend Kevin Townsend 6'0" | 160 lbs | ATH Baptist Hill | 2023 State SC of Baptist Hill; offensive linemen Drew Inabinet Drew Inabinet 6'5" | 325 lbs | OL Summerville | 2023 State SC and Reginald Pinckney Reginald Pinckney 6'4" | 320 lbs | OL Summerville | 2023 State SC of Summerville; offensive linemen Roy Maybank Roy Maybank 6'2" | 280 lbs | OL First Baptist | 2023 State SC (First Baptist), Jaylon Richardson Jaylon Richardson 5'11" | 275 lbs | DL Goose Creek | 2023 State SC (Goose Creek) and James Moseley James Moseley 6'3" | 305 lbs | OL Woodland | 2023 State SC (Woodland); running back Zion Reynolds Zion Reynolds 5'11" | 210 lbs | RB Fort Dorchester | 2023 State SC of Fort Dorchester; tight ends Dezmon Mathis Dezmon Mathis 6'4" | 240 lbs | TE Fort Dorchester | 2023 State SC of Fort Dorchester and Marcus Adams Marcus Adams 6'5" | 235 lbs | TE James Island Charter | 2023 State SC of James Island; and quarterback Campbell McCurry Campbell McCurry 5'11" | 195 lbs | ATH Summerville | 2023 State SC of Summerville.