Recruiting News and Notes 11-17-23

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The high school football season is coming to a close in the state of Arkansas over the next few weeks. However, the recruiting of prospects in the Natural State is not slowing down one bit. We are going highlight some recruits that are making some recruiting news over the past few weeks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='706364' first='Carius' last='Curne']-Offensive Line-Marion-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='706364' first='Carius' last='Curne'] is a powerhouse on the offensive line. He is a versatile prospect that can play all along the offensive front. He mixes impressive quickness with a power game that is difficult for opposing defensive linemen to contend with on the field. The versatility he possesses is making Curne a major recruiting target for numerous teams. Earlier in the week, the Marion offensive lineman earned a scholarship offer from the LSU Tigers. He is a prospect to watch out for over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='149594' first='Ashton' last='Gray']-Athlete-West Memphis-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='149594' first='Ashton' last='Gray'] is a versatile athlete that can play all over the field at the next level. Gray has great speed and can range all over the field. He is a difficult prospect to bring down and he has no trouble making defenders miss. Gray is someone that can play on both sides of the football. Earlier in the week, Gray earned a scholarship from the North Texas Mean Green. Gray has been a tremendous player for the Blue Devils and he will be a prospect to watch at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Zach Easterling-Defensive Back-Joe T. Robinson-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Robinson defensive back is a player that has no problem getting aggressive with opposing wide receivers. Easterling is a cornerback that does a good job of playing the ball while it is in the air. He has the ability to pick off passes and take them the opposite direction. Easterling is a dangerous player with the ball in his hands. He recently earned a scholarship offer from Oakland City University.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='631619' first='Jace' last='Birkes']-Wide Receiver-Lincoln-2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Lincoln Wolves have a talented roster with wide receivers that are capable of stretching the field. [player_tooltip player_id='631619' first='Jace' last='Birkes'] is a wide receiver that uses his speed well to create separation from opposing defenders. Birkes has no problem stretching the field vertically. The Lincoln wide receiver can work the underneath routes as well and does a good job of getting open for his quarterback. Earlier in the week, Birkes earned a scholarship offer from Ottawa University. Birkes is a player that has the potential to do well playing football on Saturdays in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='612846' first='Cash' last='Farris']-Defensive Back-Alma-2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='612846' first='Cash' last='Farris'] is a safety to watch out for over the next couple of months. He does an excellent job of separating the ball from the ball carrier. Farris does an impressive job of getting to the ball carrier and making the tackle. He does a good job of playing the ball while it is in the air. Farris has the hands to pick off passes and is a player that can make big plays on the defensive side of the ball. The Alma safety will be making a visit to Missouri this week to watch the Tigers take on the Florida Gators.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->