Standouts from the 2023 College Showcase: 5/23/23

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On May 23, 2023, a select few Massachusetts High School area coaches sent their college prospects to Nashoba Valley Technical High School in Westford, Ma to showcase their skills in the presence of local college coaches who were in attendance for the event. In this report, I identify a few prospects that caught my eyes during the event and why. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384187"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":837857,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='384187' first='Eli' last='Batista']  He is ranked as our # 13 WR within New England.rnrnHe is a slippery runner who can plant and redirect in either direction with obvious quickness.  A very smooth route runner who knows how to run crisp effective routs.  His athletic skill set combined with his higher level speed, easily stood out among others.   He does everything with ease and with a natural athletic coordinated ability. u003cimg class=u0022alignnone size-medium wp-image-837856u0022 src=u0022https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/IMG_9286-rotated.jpeg?w=225u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022225u0022 height=u0022300u0022 /u003ernrnHe is a bit undersized at 5'9u0022 but  overcomes his height concerns with good visible quickness, solid reliable hands, and desire to get up field after each catch.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-646e2c13ebc21"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/EliBati71023633/status/1597052086889259015?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/EliBati71023633/status/1597052086889259015?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://youtu.be/yAsrhVwz3t8","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://youtu.be/yAsrhVwz3t8 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["679309"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":837917,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='679309' first='Cade' last='Callahan']   He is ranked as our #34 WR within the New england region. After viewing him in live action, I can see a rankings boost come in August 2023.rnrnHe has very good length in his arms.  He brings a very large frame as a primary target for any QB.  Catches the ball out in front with solid hands.u003cimg class=u0022alignnone size-medium wp-image-837914u0022 src=u0022https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/IMG_9294-rotated.jpeg?w=225u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022225u0022 height=u0022300u0022 /u003ernrnHis main athletic trait is his lateral quickness and open field speed he has to pull away from defenders. He can bend and appeared very flexible in his hips and ankles. I see him as an under the radar prospect that could attract college coaches eyes this summer especially if he brings a competitive attitude and skill set in the presence of college coaches. .","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-646e2c13ebc8b"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CadeCallahan_/status/1622707687300497416?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/CadeCallahan_/status/1622707687300497416?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://youtu.be/HG_2RZ5UE2s","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://youtu.be/HG_2RZ5UE2s </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["838084"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":838205,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='838084' first='Jackson' last='Fuller']   He grabbed my attention with his shoulders, lean frame and good size for a young 2026 player.  The more I saw him perform on the night, the more I could see he had a special skill set for a young athlete that he is.u003cimg class=u0022alignnone size-medium wp-image-838204u0022 src=u0022https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/IMG_9288-rotated.jpeg?w=225u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022225u0022 height=u0022300u0022 /u003ernrnHe is raw in technique which is understood given his age, but his athletic movements and strength at point of attack was impressive enough that immediately caught my eyes.rnrnI look forward to viewing his highlights after fall 2023 season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-646e5e115953b"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://youtu.be/IuXKubzKD3Q","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://youtu.be/IuXKubzKD3Q </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384181"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":838430,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='384181' first='Drew' last='Eason']  He displayed good accuracy through out the night.  Has obvious power in his throws.  Could easily see his arm strength is solid. u003cimg class=u0022alignnone size-medium wp-image-838429u0022 src=u0022https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/IMG_9291-rotated.jpeg?w=225u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022225u0022 height=u0022300u0022 /u003ernrnHas good mechanics and he gets the ball out quickly when needed.   Glad to see him in a live setting.  He is known as a playmaker at QB and on track to open more eyes in  fall 2023 season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-646e5e11595c0"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://youtu.be/FGD7oxfOuHA","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://youtu.be/FGD7oxfOuHA </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["404306"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":838736,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='404306' first='Jamal' last='Davis Jr.']  He is ranked as our #2 Defensive back in the class of 2025 within New England.rnrnHis skill set was on another level than the competition.  A class of 2025 stud who is on track to  earn additional offers this summer during camp season.  In speaking with him during the showcase, he was there to get work in just before he begins his summer college camp tour. u003cimg class=u0022alignnone size-medium wp-image-838734u0022 src=u0022https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/IMG_9299-rotated.jpeg?w=225u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022225u0022 height=u0022300u0022 /u003ernrnA solid defender with 4.5 speed and it was displayed in live action.  He is surely so far along in his smooth backpedal and transition to open his hips in either direction, that he looks like a season senior who is ready for college ball.  Solid Defender !!!!!","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-646e6da4698b4"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block 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src=u0022https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/Screen-Shot-2023-05-24-at-4.00.04-PM.png?w=157u0022 alt=u0022u0022 width=u0022157u0022 height=u0022300u0022 /u003ernrnHas a very strong competitive character and appears to love the game.  He is no stronger to the weight room and carries good lean muscle in his upper and lower extremities.   He will need to increase his flexibility moving forward, but overall he is on track to play at the next level.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-646e6da46991f"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/4jaidenwilliams/status/1646190400661512192?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"> 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