New Rankings Update Identify New Ranked Recruits To Know..
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The following recruits were added to our rankings and are very much worthy of knowing. These recruits will head into their April college coaching evaluation period with promising brightness. These athletes are shining so bright after 2022 season play, that…
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Continue ReadingThe following recruits were added to our rankings and are very much worthy of knowing. These recruits will head into their April college coaching evaluation period with promising brightness. These athletes are shining so bright after 2022 season play, that they will likely awaken college programs to take an interest in their talents.
Jack Chappa
Jack
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6’0″ | 215 lbs | DL
Newtown | 2024
State
New E
He is 6’1″ 215lbs and was positioned as a defensive lineman this past season for his team. He attends Newtown High School in Connecticut. In his 2022 season play, he had 31 solo tackles and 45 assisted tackles for a total of 76 tackles while playing in 11 games. His season play helped earn him 1st Team All State and First Team All SWC honors. His athletic numbers are as follows: BENCH 305, SQUAT (LBS) 445, CLEAN (LBS) 315.
His film shows good quickness combined with good foot speed coming off the edge. He makes excellent use of his hands while taking on blockers and gives consistent effort to make the play. When he tackles, he likes to get a wrap on the ball carrier at a low pad level in order to make secure tackles. He maintains the edge when play comes to his side. Knows how to string the play out with his blockers until he can get to the ball carrier. His aggressive and physical play stands out.
He is ranked as New England #42 Defensive lineman and 265 overall ranked recruit in New England.
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Nate Florio Nate Florio 5’11” | 190 lbs | ATH Branford | 2024 State New E is 5’11” 190lbs and was positioned as a running back and defensive back for his team this past season. He attends Branford High School in Connecticut. In his 2022 season play, he had 205 carries with 1238 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns on offense. On defense, he had a 39 solo tackles with 9 assisted tackles for a total of 48 tackles during the season. He had 4 interceptions while playing the safety position. He also participates on his high school varsity basketball team.
His film shows his quick burst on offense from the backfield pre-snap. He approaches line of scrimmage with his shoulders square when running inside iso. Has quick feet that can plant and break away in opposite direction. Has many inside iso home run clips on his highlight film. Very good athletic coordination is seen inhis skill set. Ond efense, He comes down hard for run support. He strikes through ball carriers when making the tackle. Has very good physical presence on defense.
He is ranked as New England #45 athlete and 282 overall ranked recruit in New England.
Aiden Avenia Jr. Aiden Avenia Jr. 6’0″ | 185 lbs | ATH Gilbert-Northwestern Regional | 2024 State New E He is 6’0″ 180lbs and was positioned as a running back and linebacker for his team this past season. He attends Gilbert-Northwestern Regional in Connecticut. His athletic numbers are as follows: 40 YARD DASH 4.7, SHUTTLE 4.45, BENCH 225, 185LB BENCH PRESS (REPS) 5, 100 METER DASH 11.4, 400 METER DASH 56.7, SQUAT (LBS) 345, DEADLIFT (LBS) 390, CLEAN (LBS) 205. He also participates in his high school Basketball and Track teams. In his 2022 season play, he had 106 carries for 810 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns on offense. On defense, he had a 40 solo tackles with 60 assisted tackles for a total of 100 tackles during the season. He had 11 tackle for losses and 2 sacks while playing the linebacker position. His season play earned him 1st Team All State LB 2022 CT, 1st Team All NVL Conference, Team Defensive MVP honors.
His films displays several quick hitting inside run touchdown plays that he had from the fullback position. He is fluid when running and has good game speed. He shows the willingness and desire to get out in front of a ball carrier and deliver a blow by knocking defenders backwards. He appears to be a solid physical downhill runner. On defense, He is a relentless pursuer who can deliver a thumping to any size ball carrier. Has very god open field tackling ability. Plays smart and can react to pass or run quickly. A solid recruit who speed is something that can’t be ignored.
He currently is in communication with Univ of Rhode Island and Stonehill College. He is ranked as New England #56 athlete and 322 overall ranked recruit in New England.
Jason Champagne Jason Champagne 5’11” | 195 lbs | RB Masuk | 2024 State New E he is 5’11” 190lbs who was positioned as RB for his team last season. Also is considered an athlete due to his ability to play multiple positions including wide receiver, strong safety and free safety. He attends Masuk High School in Connecticut. His athletic numbers are as follows: BENCH 290, SQUAT (LBS) 445, DEADLIFT (LBS) 500, CLEAN (LBS) 285. In his 2022 season play, he had 170 carries for 1341 rushing yards and 21 rushing touchdowns. He also had 31 receptions for 487 yards and 1 receiving touchdown on offense. His season play, helped earn him First Team All State, First Team All Conference honors.
His film displays good vision especially on the perimeter when carrying the ball off tackle or outside the tackles. He identified the running lanes and has a obvious burst into the open running lanes. Has good patience to let blockers get in front and read their blocks. Makes very good use of his free hand when running full speed by handing our solid stiff arm to sweep defenders hands away. Has very good game speed.
He is ranked as New England #31 Running Back and 331 overall ranked recruit in New England.
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Justin Outlow Justin Outlow 6’1″ | 185 lbs | ATH Thames River | 2024 State New E He is 6’1″ 185lbs and played both quarterback and wide receiver for his team last season. He attends Thames River High School in Connecticut. He has a recorded 3.2 academic GPA.
His film shows very good athletic coordination. He can run good routes and knows how to get separation from his defender or find a soft spot in the zone coverages. Displays very good hands. Catches the ball away from the body and can also plluck the ball from the air when targeted. He fights for good “YAC” after each reception. He also played the wildcat QB position where he shined brightly as a productive ball carrier and decent passer. Has a nice lean muscular athletic frame with length in his arms and legs. Has good game speed.
He is ranked as New England #60 athlete and 337 overall ranked recruit in New England.