STOCK RISERS: Fastest Small-Town 2025 Running Backs

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Which small-town backs bring plenty of speed to the gridiron?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone gives the details...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Triston White - Valwood</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An under the radar back still flying under the radar, the Valdosta native was one of the more consistently productive backs in all of South Georgia last year as a sophomore. A back with a strong frame at 6-foot-0 195-pounds, White has rushed for over 130 yards in seven games last season. He may not go up against the best competition, but he's consistently one of the best overall players on the field, especially with the ball in his hands. He showed the ability to take over games, rushing for at least 200 yards in two games. He may not have ended the season on the strongest note, but he's bound for a fantastic junior season in 2023. He can break tackles consistently and knows how to break off a long run on any particular play. When he has the ball, good things happen as he's rushed for 7.9 yards a carry. In total, he rushed 173 times for an impressive 1,369 yards while rushing for 15 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tyrese Woodgett – Coffee</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the fastest young backs in South Georgia, the South Georgia back is coming off a big sophomore season thanks to his ability to fly down the field with his breakaway speed. The 5-foot-10 185-pounder claims a 4.48 laser time in the 40-yard dash, an incredibly impressive time for a a back his age. Whether he's playing plays at running back or returning kicks and punts, when he has the ball. Woodgett is a threat to make a big play and possible take it back for a score. He's quick and shifty, but his breakaway speed is what makes him one of the more dangerous backs in the area. He played behind a senior and a junior last year, but should see plenty of carries come his way in 2023 in a backup or possible starting role. As a sophomore last year, Woodgett rushed 83 times for 758 yards and 9 touchdowns. He rushed for over 100 yards three times last year, so expect those numbers increase as a junior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://www.maxpreps.com/ga/hiram/hiram-hornets/athletes/kaden-hamilton/football/stats/?careerid=4vb2olksmm8i2">Kaden Hamilton</a> - Hiram</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the fastest backs in the West Georgia area of Hiram, Hamilton glides when he runs with great burst and explosiveness. He can change directions with ease and shows breakaway speed in the open field. In a backup role last season, Hamilton showed big play ability, averaging an impressive 10.3 yards per carry as a sophomore. With his longest run going 66 yards, Hamilton had his speed on full display throughout the 2022 season. He's a versatile player who can split out wide and catch passes as well, but his overall speed makes him one of the top 2025 backs in the area. In total, Hamilton rushed 66 times for 677 yards and. 8 touchdowns. He's a big play back who should only see his touches and opportunities increase as a junior in the fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->