5A Semifinals Players to Watch Pt. 2
The 5A semifinals in any sports competition are always an exciting time for fans, coaches, and players alike. As the competition heats up, it’s essential to keep an eye on key players who have the potential to make a significant…
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Continue ReadingThe 5A semifinals in any sports competition are always an exciting time for fans, coaches, and players alike. As the competition heats up, it’s essential to keep an eye on key players who have the potential to make a significant impact on the outcome of the games. In this scouting report, we will take a closer look at some of the players to watch in the 5A semifinals, highlighting their strengths, and overall impact on their respective teams.
Enelson Delva
Enelson Delva
- Delva has the flexible ankles to turn the corner and get around the perimeter when the opportunity presents itself.
- He’s at his best working in space, showing the quickness and vision of a return specialist. His stop-start ability allows him to create initial separation.
- Possesses quick feet and straight-line speed but doesn’t have the elite burst to be a constant big-play threat. Improving patience as a runner, following pulling guards and makes good decisions on his cut.
- A smooth, loose athlete with very good speed, he is a weapon in space.
Ashton Ashford
Ashton Ashford
- Ashford is patient in the backfield, willing to wait out his blocking and not panicking, and he consistently spots cutback lanes and takes advantage.
- He is a natural playmaker, at his best with the ball in his hands.
- Ashford has very good vision and a knack for picking out cut-back lanes and then breaking off chunks of yardage.
- He’s at his best working in space, showing the quickness and vision when the ball is in his hands. His stop-start ability allows him to create initial separation.
Eli Morrison
Eli Morrison
- Morrison has an innate ability to extend plays under duress, making off-schedule plays when things break down.
- His pocket mobility is top-tier, consistently evading the pass rush while keeping his eyes downfield, making him a threat in RPO (run-pass option) situations.
- Morrison manipulates defenses with his eyes, effectively holding safeties and linebackers to create passing lanes. Delivers the ball with zip, especially when threading the needle against tight coverage.
- Morrison’s release is compact and quick, allowing him to get the ball out with timing and rhythm, especially in short to intermediate throws.
- Shows versatility in his delivery, altering arm angles to throw around defenders while maintaining velocity and accuracy.
- Keenan exhibits high proficiency in pocket maneuvering, evading pressure effortlessly and leveraging vision to find escape lanes for ground gains.
- Impressive arm strength allowing him to target all three levels of the field with ease. Demonstrates quick release, especially on short and intermediate throws.
- Expertise in throwing on the run, maintaining focus on downfield targets and delivering accurate throws even across his body.
- Consistent drops, smooth footwork, and a compact throwing motion. Capable of stepping into pressure for accurate throws during collapsing plays.
Highlights
Ej Havis
Ej Havis
- Havis exhibits exceptional first-step quickness, providing a decisive advantage in explosiveness off the snap.
- Displays adept change-of-direction skills, adeptly navigating through blockers with a “green light” to pursue.
- Combines fluidity and flexibility with athletic prowess, effectively covering zones and tracking swing routes.
- Significant enhancements in play strength, now converting speed to power with greater frequency.