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Predicting PA Freshmen on the Brink of National/Regional Status

Predicting PA Freshmen on the Brink of National/Regional Status
Vic Castillo
Vic Castillo March 5, 2023 @ 03:25 PM
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Carmelo McKenzie
Carmelo McKenzie 6'3" | 260 lbs | 2026
FL
Brendan Alexander
Brendan Alexander 6'4" | 290 lbs | OL | 2026
PA
Ryan Kerchner
Ryan Kerchner 6'5" | 235 lbs | TE | 2026
PA
Yalik Carter
Yalik Carter 6'0" | 190 lbs | ATH | 2026
MD
Semaj Beals
Semaj Beals 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB | 2026
PA
Yeboa Cobbold Jr.
Yeboa Cobbold Jr. 6'1" | 185 lbs | ATH | 2026
PA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["386284"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Isn't much of a prediction here, [player_tooltip player_id='386284' first='Semaj' last='Beals'] is already a well-known prospect in the Northeast region of the United States as it currently stands. The Roman Catholic freshman passer built legitimate hype around his name before he ever took a snap at Roman. Now, after an impressive debut season, I only expect Beals to iron out all the chinks in his armor over the span of this off-season and add to the momentum he has built. Beals has the tools to be nationally recognized by national media outlets and recruiting coordinators alike. Talking to those in the know, expect Beals to hear calls from some of the most prestigious programs in America sooner rather than later. Boston College, UConn, and Florida Au0026amp;M have already reached out in the form of offers.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64042ceeaf17e"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Maj_QB1/status/1625550283106357262?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Maj_QB1/status/1625550283106357262?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402476"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"I can see a future where [player_tooltip player_id='402476' first='Yalik' last='Carter']'s name is known throughout the East coast. He has a ways to go, both in fieldwork development and notoriety. There's no doubt that this young pass catcher has all the tools necessary to place as the top wideout in his class, his talent ceiling is that high. That being said, what's his ceiling outside of Pennsylvania? After talking to those in the know, I expect Carter to be a popular name amongst some of the more prestigious HS programs in the state. I can't help but be excited at Carter's potential under the umbrella of proven coaching staffs.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64042ceeaf0ea"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["516299"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Being in the evaluation business for as long as I have, I know many 6'4-6'6 studs seemingly pop up out of nowhere as the years progress. There very well might be elite tight-end prospects in the waiting, there's no doubting that. I imagine Sping-Ford's [player_tooltip player_id='516299' first='Ryan' last='Kerchner'] to stay atop the tight-end rankings for the duration of his career. Projecting Kerchner's future status is coupled with analyzing just how successful Spring-Ford could be moving forward. I'm a huge fan of the young talent pool being developed at the program. Future success at QB and OL will benefit [player_tooltip player_id='516299' first='Ryan' last='Kerchner'] moving forward.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64042ceeaf13d"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["646684"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"This young man is another contender for early offers before the start of his sophomore season. The young man is going to have to test well this off-season to land those early opportunities. That being said, [player_tooltip player_id='646684' first='Brendan' last='Alexander'] is too talented for future suitors to ignore. His recruitment will come in time, it shouldn't be a focus of his right now. I can see a future where Alexander's name is known throughout the East Coast. OL/DL prospects this advanced on both sides of the ball don't grow on trees. This coming from a scout that scouts football from Pennsylvania to Maine.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64042ceeaf1bd"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["646686"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='646686' first='Carmelo' last='McKenzie']'s rise throughout the region is already beginning to show itself. Earlier in the week, the stud defensive lineman out of William Penn (York) secured his first offer out of Charlotte University. I can guarantee you, this is only the beginning. WPY does a phenomenal job putting their young studs on the map early, those young men don't need much help out of men like myself. That being said, expect the likes of Temple, Akron, and Bowling Green to inquire on the man sooner rather than later. His efforts in camps this Summer will help his cause.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64042ceeaf1f9"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CarmeloMcKenzi4/status/1630955967641780225?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CarmeloMcKenzi4/status/1630955967641780225?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["386281"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"I think many recruiters on the East Coast don't understand how impressive an athlete Yeboa Cobbold Jr. is at the moment. He'll prove himself on the camp circuit in time, yet the QB/DB prospect continues to open eyes throughout the 7v7 scene. I've witnessed countless elite athletes work in person, Yeboa Cobbold Jr. fits the mold. Early offers will only come if he tests well at camps this Summer. Those early offers might not show themselves for some time, considering he has strides to make in development at both Safety and Quarterback.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64042ceeaf234"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/QB1_Boa/status/1603057409290821633?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/QB1_Boa/status/1603057409290821633?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->

Akron
Semaj Beals

Semaj Beals

PA
QB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 190
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Semaj
Beals QB
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
190
HS
Roman Catholic
|
PA
Predicting PA Freshmen on the Brink of National/Regional Status
Isn’t much of a prediction here, Semaj Beals is already a well-known prospect in the Northeast region of...
Written by Vic Castillo
Akron
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State: Pennsylvania
School: Roman Catholic
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Temple (PA)
Yalik Carter

Yalik Carter

MD
ATH
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 190
POS ATH
CLASS 2026
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Yalik
Carter ATH
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
190
HS
Appoquinimink (DE)
|
MD
Predicting PA Freshmen on the Brink of National/Regional Status
I can see a future where Yalik Carter ‘s name is known throughout the East coast. He has...
Written by Vic Castillo
Temple (PA)
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Yalik Carter

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State: Maryland
School: Appoquinimink (DE)
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Princeton
Ryan Kerchner

Ryan Kerchner

PA
TE
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 235
POS TE
CLASS 2026
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Ryan
Kerchner TE
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
Weight
235
HS
Spring-Ford
|
PA
Predicting PA Freshmen on the Brink of National/Regional Status
Being in the evaluation business for as long as I have, I know many 6’4-6’6 studs seemingly pop...
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Princeton
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School: Spring-Ford
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Brendan Alexander

Brendan Alexander

PA
OL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 290
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Brendan
Alexander OL
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
290
HS
Central Valley
|
PA
Predicting PA Freshmen on the Brink of National/Regional Status
This young man is another contender for early offers before the start of his sophomore season. The young...
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School: Central Valley
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Carmelo McKenzie

Carmelo McKenzie

FL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 260
POS N/A
CLASS 2026
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Carmelo
McKenzie
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
260
HS
William Penn (York)
|
FL
Predicting PA Freshmen on the Brink of National/Regional Status
Carmelo McKenzie ‘s rise throughout the region is already beginning to show itself. Earlier in the week, the...
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State: Florida
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Yeboa Cobbold Jr.

Yeboa Cobbold Jr.

PA
ATH
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 185
POS ATH
CLASS 2026
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Yeboa
Cobbold Jr. ATH
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
185
HS
Lansdale Catholic
|
PA
Predicting PA Freshmen on the Brink of National/Regional Status
I think many recruiters on the East Coast don’t understand how impressive an athlete Yeboa Cobbold Jr. is...
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School: Lansdale Catholic
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