Alma Showcase Preview 2023 Edition
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Early June is the time of year where we start to see plenty of 7-on-7 tournaments take center stage. The Alma Showcase always has an excellent mix of talent in the tournament every season. We are going to look at…
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Continue ReadingEarly June is the time of year where we start to see plenty of 7-on-7 tournaments take center stage. The Alma Showcase always has an excellent mix of talent in the tournament every season. We are going to look at a few players that have the potential to open some eyes this Friday in Alma. All of the prospects that are discussed in this article will be players you see catch the spotlight on Friday nights this fall.
Dizzy Dean Dizzy Dean QB Elkins | 2024 State AR -Quarterback-Elkins-2024
The Elkins signal caller had a tremendous 2022 season, and he has the opportunity to open plenty of eyes this Friday. Dean has the arm strength and accuracy needed to throw his receivers open. He does a great job of keeping the opposing defense honest. Dean has the arm strength to test the opposing defense deep. Dean is going to be a player to watch out for this Friday and during the upcoming season.
Drake Stogsdill Drake Stogsdill 5'10" | 170 lbs | WR Alma | 2024 State AR -Wide Receiver-Alma-2024
Over the past few seasons, Drake Stogsdill Drake Stogsdill 5'10" | 170 lbs | WR Alma | 2024 State AR has done a great job of putting his ability to get open for his quarterback on display every Friday night. He is a wide receiver that uses his smooth routes to create separation from opposing defenders. Stogsdill opened plenty of eyes last. However, I look for him to have an even stronger 2023 football season. He has the opportunity to open plenty of eyes this upcoming Friday. I expect a big season from the talented Alma wide receiver.
Dax McMellon Dax McMellon 6'3" | 205 lbs | QB Sheridan | 2026 State AR -Quarterback-Mena-2026
The quarterback position in the class of 2026 is going to be well represented in Alma this Friday. McMellon is a quarterback that makes good decisions with the football. He is a quarterback that can fit the ball into some tight windows. McMellon is a prospect that has the potential to have a big season for Mena. He has the opportunity to open some eyes this Friday in Alma. Keep an eye on him over the next few seasons, he has the potential to light up Friday nights in the future.
CJ Brown CJ Brown 6'2" | 190 lbs | ATH Bentonville | 2024 State AR -Wide Receiver-Bentonville-2024
Last season, CJ Brown CJ Brown 6'2" | 190 lbs | ATH Bentonville | 2024 State AR was one of the most productive wide receivers in the state of Arkansas. Brown has tremendous speed and is threat to take it the distance from anywhere on the field. Brown’s speed and athleticism is what has numerous division one programs pushing hard for his services. I look for the talented Bentonville wide receiver to continue to open eyes this upcoming season and have a strong season in the process. Brown will be playing on Saturdays in the future.
Drake Lindsey Drake Lindsey 6'3" | 180 lbs | QB Fayetteville | 2024 State AR -Quarterback-Fayetteville-2024
The future Minnesota Golden Gopher is looking to build off an impressive 2022 football season. Lindsey has a strong throwing arm and is not afraid to throw the deep ball. He is a quarterback that makes good decisions with the football. Lindsey can throw his receivers open and does well throwing into tight coverage. Fayetteville always has a talented roster, and this has the potential to be a strong season for both Lindsey and the Bulldogs.
Kane Archer Kane Archer 6'1" | 205 lbs | QB Greenwood Bulldogs | 2026 State AR -Quarterback-Greenwood-2026
The Greenwood signal caller is always working on the details of his game. Archer is always looking to improve, and he was impressive in the playing time he played last season. He is an extremely accurate passer and can fit the ball into tight windows. Archer does an impressive job of keeping opposing defenses honest. He will throw the deep ball with good accuracy. Archer has opened plenty of eyes and I look for him and Greenwood to have a strong season this season.