PA Elite Winter CHP Series, CTC 18U/15U Top Performers

<p>I wasn't going to write anything up on any programs outside of Pennsylvania, yet CTC(ChangeTheCommunity) forced my hand considering the amount of talent on the field. I just couldn't ignore some of the prospects I'm about to dive into below. </p>    <p>Each 7v7 piece I've released thus far starts with my thoughts on the program's quarterback play. I love my PA guys, that being said, [player_tooltip player_id='505538' first='Ben' last='Newman']'s overall performance at the position had me thinking he was the best quarterback prospect present outside of the 18U BOOM passer. Consistent mechanically, consistent footwork that matched his eyes. Quick, seamless release that provided plenty of torque behind the football, yet minimal wind-up or hitch from the young man. Deadly accurate and on time in goal-line situations. I saw Newman throw open receivers, especially when targetting corner routes downfield. Newman understands that he should give his playmakers a shot to win one-on-one matchups, providing a catchable ball that only his target can come down with. Over anything, I've never seen a quarterback, an underclassman at that, call plays and have complete control of the offense in a 7v7 setting. Nothing impressed me more than his overt ability to lead in a hectic and chaotic setting like this one. Running the offense in its totality, even in this setting, could do wonders for a young quarterback's development moving forward.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1622342221293920257?s=20 </div></figure>    <p>Pretty much equally as impressive as his older counterpart, Marcus Snipes Jr. was the first prospect out of this program that caught my eye. Again, I didn't come into this prepared to write on any prospects outside of PA, yet the way this kid was firing rockets with complete confidence forced my hand. After my eyes fell on Snipes, I snowballed into learning more about [player_tooltip player_id='505856' first='Messiah' last='Hampton'], [player_tooltip player_id='505538' first='Ben' last='Newman'], etc. I don't see too many quarterbacks this young look this decisive. Snipes caught the snap, made a read, let the ball loose. Love his overall accuracy when targetting out-breaking routes. He's got the depth perception and downfield accuracy to hit vertical shots deep. He flashed natural arm strength. He hardly pressed the issue, taking what was given underneath. I had to continue reminding myself that the young man is only a freshman. I'm excited to watch his game and body develop from afar. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1622284403907993601?s=20 </div></figure>    <p>I see why Caleb Holfoth and the New York guys are so fond of what [player_tooltip player_id='505856' first='Messiah' last='Hampton'] brings to the table. Hampton put his name into the conversation for the best overall athlete at the event that had nearly 400 kids represented. I'm stunned the young man only has one offer out of Buffalo. His time will come. Hampton was an easy strider who always seemed to be open deep downfield. Even when Hampton was covered well, his high-pointing ability and body control negated any and all pass defense against him. I lost count of the number of back-pylon touchdowns this kid came away with. Long limbs make him an easy target along the boundary. I can tell from his performance alone that he'd be a special DB, his tape backs up that notion. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic/status/1622769520053043202?s=20 </div></figure>    <p>CTC's most physically-imposing, arguably most-gifted pass-catcher. [player_tooltip player_id='399901' first='Tyrell' last='Simmons'] made everything looks easy. Smooth transitioner in and out of his cuts, [player_tooltip player_id='399901' first='Tyrell' last='Simmons'] consistently caught LBs and corners off guard releasing off the line of scrimmage. He ate up cushion a lot quicker than DBs expected, leaving open windows for Newman to target downfield. The kid looked every bit of 6'3, so Newman didn't have to give the kid much room. He, much like [player_tooltip player_id='505856' first='Messiah' last='Hampton'], came down with pretty much every jump ball. Simmons served as an almost unguardable red-zone threat. Campbell, Buffalo, and Stony Brook have extended offers to the University Prep junior. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Tyrellsimmons_1/status/1596578378026467332?s=20 </div></figure>      <p>The three prospects above put forth solid outings too. [player_tooltip player_id='406845' first='Anthony' last='Diaz'] was reeling in passes from [player_tooltip player_id='505538' first='Ben' last='Newman'], catching digs and crossers in front of the sophomore quarterback. [player_tooltip player_id='1283628' first='Noah' last='Mather'] reeled in numerous balls from Marcus Snipes as well. [player_tooltip player_id='527830' first='Jayden' last='Rapp'] was part of an under-appreciated linebacker group that caught my eye, especially against the immensely talented BOOM program. I managed to catch some highlights on Twitter. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JAYRAPP_/status/1624783819210473477?s=20 </div></figure>

I wasn't going to write anything up on any programs outside of Pennsylvania, yet CTC(ChangeTheCommunity) forced my hand considering the amount of talent on the field. I just couldn't ignore some of the prospects I'm about to dive into below.