Under Armour ALL-AMERICAN Game TX Standouts Team Phantoms
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With the high school football season officially over the top athletes from America all gather in one place to play in The Under Armour All-American Game. This game took place on January 3rd in Orlando, Florida. All the athletes were…
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Continue ReadingWith the high school football season officially over the top athletes from America all gather in one place to play in The Under Armour All-American Game. This game took place on January 3rd in Orlando, Florida. All the athletes were ready to compete with the best of the best in the nation for their last football game in high school. It was Team Phantom vs Team Speed both teams were evenly matched the whole game, but Team Phantom was able to get ahead and won with a final score of 14-7. In this article, I will be covering the Texas standouts from Team Phantoms.
Team Phantom Desoto Eagles #2 Johntay Cook II Johntay Cook II 6'0" | 170 lbs | WR DeSoto | 2023 State TX WR 6’0 170 lbs
Ranking: National #35 TX #6 WR #6
College: University of Texas
I saw Johntay last month at the 6A Texas state championships and he dominated. Johntay was one of the main contributors during that game earning Desoto high school the 2022 state title. However, during the All-American Johntay was faster than when I saw him in Texas, especially against stronger competition. The cornerbacks and safeties could barely keep up with Johntay’s speed. Even being on the field for a limited Johntay showcased his skills as one of the best wide receivers in the country.
Team Phantom Paetow Panthers #5 David Hicks David Hicks 6'4" | 245 lbs | DL Paetow | 2023 State TX Jr. DE 6’4 270 lbs
Ranking: National #9 TX #1 DL #1
College: Texas A&M University
David Hicks David Hicks 6'4" | 245 lbs | DL Paetow | 2023 State TX Jr high school career is two years at Morton Ranch, one year at Allen, and one year at Paetow, and finally an All-American athlete. David was one of the most anticipated players in this game. David is ranked #1 in his position and in all of Texas he had all eyes on him. David is the ideal size defensive end he is quick off the ball, agile, versatile, and possesses great athletic ability. David was attacking the edge throughout the whole game using his power and speed to break through any obstacle in his way to make the play. David had a fantastic showing at the All-American and I expect him to make a big name for himself at Texas A&M University.
Team Phantom Cy-Ranch Mustangs #9 Ashton Porter Ashton Porter 6'4" | 240 lbs | DL Cy Ranch | 2023 State TX DE 6’3 255 lbs
College: University of Oregon
Rankings: National #329 DL #45 TX #57
Another defensive lineman people had their eyes on was Ashton Porter Ashton Porter 6'4" | 240 lbs | DL Cy Ranch | 2023 State TX . Ashton was quick and fast off the ball allowing him into the backfield to lay on massive pressure getting tackles. Ashton also had the strength to pull and push offensive linemen off him to make the play. Offensive linemen had difficulty containing both defensive ends Ashton Porter Ashton Porter 6'4" | 240 lbs | DL Cy Ranch | 2023 State TX and David Hicks David Hicks 6'4" | 245 lbs | DL Paetow | 2023 State TX . Ashton’s commitment to The University of Oregon during halftime was the most anticipated announcement of the whole game especially after he de-committed from Northwestern three months ago.
Team Phantom South Oak Cliff Bears #4 Malik Muhammad Malik Muhammad 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB South Oak Cliff | 2023 State TX CB 6’0 175 lbs
College: University of Texas
Rankings: National #41 CB #5 TX #8
I was excited to see cornerback Malik Muhammad Malik Muhammad 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB South Oak Cliff | 2023 State TX ever since I saw him win defensive MVP in the 5A Texas State Championships. Malik is extremely fast using his speed to get in front of passes to deflect them. Malik was neck and neck with his wide receiver not allowing any space between them or freedom of movement. Malik in this game demonstrated why he is a top 5 cornerback Texas’ defense is unmatched.
Team Phantom Martin Warriors #14 Javien Toviano Javien Toviano 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB Arlington Martin | 2023 State TX CB, S 6’0 185 lbs
College: Louisiana State University
Rankings: National #58 CB #6 TX #9
Javien Toviano Javien Toviano 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB Arlington Martin | 2023 State TX in ranking is right behind Malik Muhammad Malik Muhammad 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB South Oak Cliff | 2023 State TX , but in terms of skills they’re about even. Javien is a pro at reading the offensive anticipating where the pass will go and delivering a devastating hit on the ball carrier. With Javien’s quickness and speed, he displayed lockdown defense throughout the whole game. I’m expecting Javien to be a top player in the future at LSU.