Elite Athletes from Around the DMV: 2024

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The DMV Elite Athletes Series continued to the Class of 2024!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 5'11 175 ATH - [player_tooltip player_id='140387' first='Tavin' last='Willis'] - Lawrenceville</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='140387' first='Tavin' last='Willis'] turned a lot of heads in Maryland this offseason when he transferred from his championship squad, Fort Hill, to New Jersey powerhouse- The Lawrenceville School. Lawrenceville finished the 2022 season 7-2 overall, therefore, with the addition of Willis, they have a legitimate chance at achieving an undefeated season in 2023. [player_tooltip player_id='140387' first='Tavin' last='Willis'] impacts both sides of the ball, and his ability to thrive in Lawrenceville's passing game while also defending the opposition is a very rare trait. His lightning speed allows him to play running back at this level, but I believe that Willis should pursue the defensive back position during his collegiate career, because he has shown such intelligence and fortitude at the position that I definitely think he can make a solid impact on any program's defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Highlights: <a href="https://t.co/v6itF2P9IG">https://t.co/v6itF2P9IG</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 5'11 175 QB - Tyler Payne - Woodgrove</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tyler Payne is a dual-threat quarterback who thrives outside the pocket. He possesses incredible speed, elusiveness, and arm-talent, making him an elite scrambler who throws accurately on the run. With 954 yards passing, 15 TDs, and 218 yards rushing, it's clear that 2022 was Payne's breakout year, but I still believe he will easily surpass those numbers this Fall. I also believe that he will lead his Woodgrove team to an above .500% record again in 2023. All eyes must be on Tyler Payne and the Woodgrove Wolverines once the upcoming season begins.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Highlights: <a href="https://t.co/eaiRRrwJyh">https://t.co/eaiRRrwJyh</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 5'11 180 DB - Myles Turpin - Stone Bridge - Wake Forest</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Myles Turpin is an all-around next level commit with a ton of potential, and, as evident by the first play of his highlights, he's not limited whatsoever by the defensive back position. Turpin absolutely does it all on the football field, and he does so in emphatic fashion. The VA 5A State Champion and 1st Team All-State Bulldog recently accepted his offer to play at Wake Forest, and there's zero doubt in my mind that he will prove his ACC status this Fall with a dominant season for Stone Bridge. I wouldn't put it past Myles Turpin and the Stone Bridge Bulldogs to bring home the title again in 2023. The Wake Forest Demon Deacons will instantly improve and become more well-rounded once Myles Turpin walks through the door.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Highlights: <a href="https://t.co/vdPNBDoPZx">https://t.co/vdPNBDoPZx</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 6'7 303 OL - [player_tooltip player_id='773666' first='Kadin' last='Zlacki'] - Stone Bridge</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you're looking for an outstanding offensive lineman with off the charts potential then look no further than [player_tooltip player_id='773666' first='Kadin' last='Zlacki'] of Stone Bridge. Zlacki absolutely manhandles the majority of the opposition he faces-off with at this level, but it's his quickness and fast feet that really stand out to me when I watch him play. He can cover multiple blocks on one play, and he's able to block downfield in both the running and passing games already. This means, in my opinion, that his skillset will translate very well to the college game. Zlacki already has a D1 offer to play at Deleware State, and I encourage scouts to keep the Stone Bridge Bulldogs' program on their radars in Virginia. Their roster is loaded with tremendous talent such as star o-lineman [player_tooltip player_id='773666' first='Kadin' last='Zlacki'].</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Highlights: <a href="http://www.hudl.com/video/3/15721637/638d578d664b8800ecb89134">http://www.hudl.com/video/3/15721637/638d578d664b8800ecb89134</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 6'3 175 WR - [player_tooltip player_id='293574' first='LJ' last='Booker'] - Collegiate</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>LJ “Slim Reaper” Booker is most certainly one of the top overall athletes on the Collegiate roster, and his 3 star recruit status is very strong evidence of that fact. Booker already has offers from an array of D1 power five conference schools, and the list includes the likes of: Penn State, Duke, VT, Rutgers, Alabama A&amp;M, Virginia, and more. It's more than evident that [player_tooltip player_id='293574' first='LJ' last='Booker'] has the potential to thrive on Saturdays, but I also believe that he will deliver a stat sheet shattering season this Fall. There's very little, if anything, to doubt about [player_tooltip player_id='293574' first='LJ' last='Booker'] as a prospect, and I believe that a huge performance in 2023 will cement his recruitment status for scouts everywhere. Collegiate is set to have a bounce-back season, and I believe that [player_tooltip player_id='293574' first='LJ' last='Booker']'s performance will have a lot to do with their upcoming success this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Highlights: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17857305/637a4b9b64df0909f477fa4f">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17857305/637a4b9b64df0909f477fa4f</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->