2023 Season Preview: Springfield Central H.S. “Golden Eagles

<!-- wp:image {"align":"left","id":402662,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-full"><img src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2022/08/download-1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-402662" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> The 2023 Massachusetts Springfield Central "Golden Eagles" will be on a quest for another MIAA State Championship run. The program has been one of Massachusett's top Div 1 programs being led by Head Coach Bill Watson. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Team Overview: </strong>The 2023 Golden Eagles Team will be determined to live up to the winning standard it has created. This program is hopeful the 2023 team will reload to become another powerhouse within the Commonwealth once again. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2022 Season Results:</strong> <em>Springfield Central (10-2)</em><strong> </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Returning Offensive Starters: (5) [player_tooltip player_id='385301' first='Mattias' last='Barbour'], [player_tooltip player_id='385298' first='Dwayne' last='Early'], [player_tooltip player_id='385295' first='Dominic' last='Rijos'], [player_tooltip player_id='384264' first='Jaykelis' last='Algarin'], [player_tooltip player_id='385243' first='Khaji' last='Charles']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Returning Defensive Starters: (6) [player_tooltip player_id='380966' first='Noah' last='Carter'], Shaundez Buckhannon, [player_tooltip player_id='403339' first='Jaylon' last='Hebert'], [player_tooltip player_id='385294' first='Jack' last='Casey'], [player_tooltip player_id='962833' first='Isaiah' last='Jones'], [player_tooltip player_id='385297' first='Josiah' last='Monday']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":962868,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/F2kGukMWYAAmXp4.webp?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-962868" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">TOP C/O 2024 Players to Know: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["403339"],"_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='403339' first='Jaylon' last='Hebert']rnrn5'11 175 DB/ATH @ Springfield Central High School (MA) ‘24 | | 3.2 GPA 2 D1 Offersrnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said: February 2023 - u003c/strongu003ernrnHe is 5'11” 170lbs and attends Springfield Central High School in Massachusetts. He was positioned at wide receiver and defensive back for his team during the 2022 season. His athletic numbers are 40yrd time = 4.5, 185lb Bench Press (Reps) = 8, Squat lbs = 335lbs, and Clean = 180lbs.rnrnHe has very good overall athletic skills that pop.  On the defensive side of the ball, he continuously high-tops the ball when it's in the air. He can play press-man with good technique and a physical presence that can surely slow down a wide receiver. His hips are loose and he can open them left or right quickly.  Has the vision to be a good kick returner as he gets upfield quickly with next-level speed. Impressive and quality defensive back who will gather Div 1 interest before he finds his home.rnrnu003cstrongu003eMay 2023 - u003c/strongu003eHe is ranked as our #11 Defensive Back in class of 2024 within New England. His performance earned him an offer from Wagner College.rnrnu003cstrongu003eJuly 2023 - u003c/strongu003eu003cstrongu003eOffers Earned during Spring/Summer 2023: u003c/strongu003eWagner  5/15/23, Stonehill 6/24/23","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e60ed655a52"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/hebert_jaylon/status/1626429094563917824?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/hebert_jaylon/status/1626429094563917824?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["380966"],"_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='380966' first='Noah' last='Carter']rnrn24 | 5'9 170 DB Springfield Central High | 4.45 40 Yard Dash | PR 10.86- 100m | 3.0 GPA |rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhat's been said: October 2022u003c/strongu003e - He is an aggressive competitor who can cover really well.  His loose hips allow him to be left on an island on top receivers. He has D1 speed and quickness that can easily be seen.  He excels in run support. He enjoys giving a blow to any receiver who crosses his path.  Has visible burst and explosion. Has good flexibility.  I would expect him to get some significant interest from college coaches during 2023 spring and summer camp season if not earlier.rnrnu003cstrongu003eMay 2023u003c/strongu003e - He is ranked as our #20 Defensive Back in class of 2024 within New England.  His performance earned him an offer from Wagner College.rnrnu003cstrongu003eJuly 2023. - u003c/strongu003eu003cstrongu003eOffers Earned during Spring/Summer 2023: u003c/strongu003eWagner   5/15/23, Sacred Heart 4/25/23rnrnu003cstrongu003eHUDL:u003c/strongu003e u003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/video/3/13095652/638fba942aa62c07dc46ce36u0022u003ehttps://www.hudl.com/video/3/13095652/638fba942aa62c07dc46ce36u003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e60ed655a8a"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/noahcarterrr/status/1650170400192573441?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/noahcarterrr/status/1650170400192573441?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["812362"],"_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='812362' first='Seamus' last='McDermott']rnrnSpringfield Central | Versatile LB | 2024 | 6' 210 | 1st team All League | Bench 330 | Squat 415 | CONTACT 860-207-5404 seamusmcd33@gmail.com |rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhat's been said: June 2023 -u003c/strongu003e u003cstrongu003eFilm Review Analysis: u003c/strongu003eHe is a secure tackler who aims at attacking and can strike through the bodyu003cemu003e (1st clip in film)u003c/emu003e, or use a wrap and roll technique. Has good instincts and with ability to find the ball carrier in traffic.  Has experience with good technique on how to strip the ball while also making secure tackles. Plays aggressively and downhill on the run.   Shows the ability to maintain gap integrity.  Has good lateral, reaction, and sideline-to-sideline speed with quickness.  Disruptive player with a motor.rnrnu003cstrongu003eHudl:u003c/strongu003e u003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16647457/6388d9944deb1308b0ee9a71u0022u003ehttps://www.hudl.com/video/3/16647457/6388d9944deb1308b0ee9a71u003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e60ed655aaa"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/SeamusMcd1/status/1637975659459878916?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/SeamusMcd1/status/1637975659459878916?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["673169"],"_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='673169' first='Malachi' last='Flax']rnrnClass of 24/ 5,11/180 lbs DB,Athlete/Springfield Central Hs/4.5 in 40 yard dash/ 11.2 in 100m dash.rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said: February 2023u003c/strongu003e - He is 6'0″ 185lbs and was positioned as a linebacker for his team during the 2022 season.  He attends Springfield Central in Massachusetts.  I was informed by a reliable source, that he is extremely aggressive and quick.  He surely can play at the next level.  A full evaluation will be completed by April 1 or earlier.rnrnu003cstrongu003eMarch 2023 -u003c/strongu003e He is 6'0″ 185lbs and was used as an athlete for his team during the 2022 season.  He attends Springfield Central in Massachusetts. He puts in the off season work needed to improve his skill set.rnrnIn view of his film, He has a good frame combined with good athleticism one can easily see.  He is versatile athlete.  He does a very good job with run support while playing both corner or safety.  He reacts to the run with a good burst and quickness while positioned at outside linebacker.   He appears as a striker who will tackle through the body with power when tackling.  Plays with a physical presence along with consistent aggression each rep.rnrnHe surely can play at the next level and being versatile as he is, will give him more opportunities.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e60ed655acd"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MalachiFlax1/status/1670535436442140672?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/MalachiFlax1/status/1670535436442140672?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["671666"],"_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='671666' first='Keilan' last='Hubbard']rnrnDB|ATH Springfield Central(MA)|Class of 2024| 5'10 165rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said: February 2023 -u003c/strongu003e He is 5'10 170lbs and was positioned as a defensive back for his team during the 2022 season. He attends Springfield Central in Massachusetts.  I was informed by a reliable source that he missed 4 games due to injury during the 2022 season. He is a solid run support guy from safety and will play at the next level after all said and done.  A full evaluation will be completed by April 1 or earlier.rnrnu003cstrongu003eMarch 2023u003c/strongu003e - He is 5'10 170lbs and was positioned as a defensive back for his team during the 2022 season. He attends Springfield Central in Massachusetts.  He is a hard worker in the off-season and can be seen getting his on field work drill periods in on a weekly basis when weather permits. He missed four games during the 2022 season due to injury.rnrnIn view of his film, he is quick with good physical reaction to run support needs when the play is to his side of the field while  positioned at corner.  He welcomes contact. He is willing to squeeze the play inside and then get involved or help move the pile.  He has several impressive special team clips that shows his  persistent effort to get down field quickly and make a play on the return player.rnrnI was informed by a reliable source that he missed 4 games due to injury during the 2022 season. He is a solid run support guy from safety and will play at the next level after all said and done.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e60ed655af1"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/hubbard_keilan/status/1630225436109070338?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/hubbard_keilan/status/1630225436109070338?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["962806"],"_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='962806' first='Zyon' last='McKenzie']rnrnC/o 2024|5'10 255 DT/Nose Guard| Springfield Central HighSchool| 3.4Gpa| Contact Info: Phone number -413-777-6965 Email- zyonm2006@gmail.com","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e60ed655b15"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/zyon_mckenzie/status/1599868225688260608?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/zyon_mckenzie/status/1599868225688260608?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["962807"],"_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='962807' first='Aidan' last='Pena']rnrnSpringfield Central Highschool C/O 24' GPA-4.1 WR/5'10/160lbs/40 yard dash-4.6 Contact:413-271-4049/email:aidanpena4@gmail.com","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e60ed655b32"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/AidanPena10/status/1606015164817424384?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/AidanPena10/status/1606015164817424384?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384264"],"_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='384264' first='Jaykelis' last='Algarin']rnrn2024 WR • 5'9 - 180lb EMAIL: jaykelis413@gmail.com Phone# (413) 265-4205rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e62fe1322f9"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/jay_algarin1/status/1600929675567460352?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/jay_algarin1/status/1600929675567460352?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["962833"],"_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='962833' first='Isaiah' last='Jones']rnrnu003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/profile/17136817/Isaiah-H-Jonesu0022u003eHUDL: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17136817/Isaiah-H-Jonesu003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e62fe132344"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384350"],"_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='384350' first='Jahsen' last='Williams']rnrnu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003eATHLETE/Springfield Central High School|2024| 6'1 185||3.7 gpa|u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said:u003c/strongu003e u003cstrongu003eFebruary 2023:u003c/strongu003e He can bring the juice on defense.  Plays fast and with a mission.  He is a striker when tackling the ball carrier.  Man to man coverage skills are solid.  Has above speed to chase down the ball carrier. On special team Kick off, he gets down field with a physical purpose and desire to make the play.  He can close quickly on the ball carrier when attempting to turn corner.  Very aggressive recruit!!!!","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e62fe132396"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/jahsenwilliams1/status/1601390808468312064?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/jahsenwilliams1/status/1601390808468312064?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">C/o 2025 Top Players to Know: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> [player_tooltip player_id='385301' first='Mattias' last='Barbour'] ATH| 5'9 170 [player_tooltip player_id='385298' first='Dwayne' last='Early'] WR| 6'4 190 Shaundez Buckhannon S| 5'8 170 [player_tooltip player_id='385294' first='Jack' last='Casey'] Edge| 6'1 215 [player_tooltip player_id='385295' first='Dominic' last='Rijos'] OL| 6'3 295 [player_tooltip player_id='385243' first='Khaji' last='Charles'] OL| 6'1 265 [player_tooltip player_id='724605' first='Ja'Cyion' last='Cox'] RB| 5'9 175 [player_tooltip player_id='735325' first='Cameron' last='Walter'] WR| 6'4 180 [player_tooltip player_id='404215' first='Kyle' last='Pickering'] HB| 5'11 200 [player_tooltip player_id='383758' first='Jayden' last='Polk'] LB| 6'0 195 Jayden White OL| 6'3 290 [player_tooltip player_id='385353' first='Donte' last='King'] DL| 6'0 235 Davian Morales WR| 6'1 175</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">C/o 2026 Top Players to Know: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Isaiah Lumpkin LB| 6'1 195 [player_tooltip player_id='283995' first='Joaxis' last='Medina'] OL| 6'0 260 Vernon Charles OL| 6'2 310 Desiah Anderson Edge| 6'0 215 Derrick Johnson-Smith DL| 5'11 220 [player_tooltip player_id='385297' first='Josiah' last='Monday'] CB| 6'0 160</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">C/o 2027 Top Players to Know:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jareth Staine QB| 6'0 170 Isaiah Rodgers RB/LB | 6'0 190 [player_tooltip player_id='1312236' first='Kaiden' last='Brown'] DL| 6'0 215 [player_tooltip player_id='1312224' first='Gavin' last='English'] OL| 6'3 235</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://scorebooklive.com/massachusetts/football/teams/244650-central-golden-eagles/games"><strong>2023 Schedule</strong>:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>NOTABLE: </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Springfield Central High School opened in 1898.&nbsp;The school added a&nbsp;junior high school&nbsp;in 1922 and in 1936 became Classical High School. Merging two existing schools from other campuses, Classical High and Technical High, the current campus of Springfield Central High School opened on September 3, 1986.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In 2008, the Springfield Public Schools created a mandatory district-wide uniform policy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In 2010, Springfield Central retired jersey number 3 previously worn by basketball player&nbsp;Travis Best, who was a&nbsp;<em>Parade</em>&nbsp;magazine All-American&nbsp;and later played professionally in the&nbsp;NBA&nbsp;and internationally from 1995 to 2009.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Championship History: </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Central Football team won the Division III State Championship for two consecutive years, 2018 and 2019. The Central Football team won its first Division I State Championship in 2021. The 2022 team made it to the Div 1 Championship and loss to a solid St. Johns Prep Danvers, Ma. Team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->