Class of 2026: Top Overall Athletes in WNY

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, I will begin my series of articles on the Class of 2026. This article will focus on the athletes that displayed a versatility to their position; whether it be a player who has displayed dominance in all three aspects of the game or a High School Quarterback whose athleticism could transfer to other positions at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1208769"],"_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":"At 6' and over 200 lbs., [player_tooltip player_id='1208769' first='Isaiah' last='Hill'] has the physical stature to play Running Back or Linebacker at the next level. In just his sophomore season, Hill accumulated 1,112 all purpose yards and 12 touchdowns, all the while dominating opposing offenses with 41 tackles (16 for loss), 3 force fumbles, 2 interceptions and added another touchdown. He is a straight ahead runner that has a unique blend of speed and power. He is also a sound tackler with impeccable football instincts. [player_tooltip player_id='1208769' first='Isaiah' last='Hill'] is already getting recognition from many Division I Universities. Sky's the limit for this young student-athlete.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["814985"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_player_featured_image":1240912,"_player_evaluations_1_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='814985' first='Jherek' last='Breske'] is a “jack-of-all-trades.” He is listed as a WR/DB/KR/PR/P and he has displayed tremendous amounts of talent at each position. He received All State honorable mention as a Punter and garnered many Special Teams Player of the Game awards in 2023. Breske is quick with good footwork. 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On offense, he gained 745 yards rushing and 14 touchdowns, with his amazing cutting ability and determination to never go down upon first contact. He also displayed blazing speed as one of his touchdowns came from 99 yards out. He is also an exceptional receiver with solid hands. On defense, he is the quintessential ball hawk. Along with his 45 tackles, he had 4 fumble recoveries and an interception (all of which were returned for touchdowns). Premielewski has great football intuition and tackles with aggression. 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