Delbarton: North Jersey’s Rising Program

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After having an extremely successful 2023 campaign, Delbarton will be looking to run it back in in 2024 with a reloaded roster. Delbarton has traditionally been a .500 record team, but 2023 was a reversal of that trend and now they are in the conversation as one of the top programs in the state. Finishing the season at 10-2 and a 14-24 loss to the top team in the state (Bergen Catholic), Delbarton is ready to repeat their success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Delbarton played very balanced from an offense/defense perspective last season. Neither side of the ball carried the team, as the offense was able to put up sufficient points to blow some teams away, and the defense was able to shutout a few opponents along the way. However, the catch is, Delbarton is losing a few of their key players from last season. They'll need to replace their QB, RB, and a few of their top linemen on both sides of the ball. While this could prove to be a tough task, they have a few players that are experienced and ready to step up in a big way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["343146"],"_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":"An absolutely electric athlete playing predominately as a receiver, [player_tooltip player_id='343146' first='Phillip' last='Folmar'] has that Deebo Samuel versatility that is becoming the foundation of successful offensive units. All defenses will have a difficult time containing Phillip, as he's often shuffled around on offense and can line up from multiple positions. What makes Phillip so scary is his quick reaction time and ability to burst from a stationary position. Delbarton finds a lot of success dumping the ball off to Phillip early and allowing him to carve up the defensive with his elusiveness.rnrnWhat's most impressive with Phillip's game is his ability to work magic with the ball in his hands. He's a strong runner that can drive his legs through arm tackles after he reels the ball in. Combining for just under 1000 offensive yards and 12 touchdowns, college's are starting to recognize what kind of talent Phillip is. With offers from Boston College, Toledo, Penn, Army, Harvard, and others, many more will be following suit once the season begins.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65411b575a0be"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16152291/6567dfcbd468d904ec4b2d6c' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-656d2413bc470"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1031724"],"_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":"A RB ready to step up and take the reigns to a talented rushing offense, [player_tooltip player_id='1031724' first='Brock' last='Dandridge'] is in a position to get nationally recognized. Rushing for 459 yards and 6 touchdowns as a sophomore, Brock showed that he can make the most of his carries as an underclassman.rnrnBrock has a very high ceiling that he will be inching towards in 2024. He demonstrated that he can accelerate through the hole after he takes the hand off, and can also respond to pressure in the backfield with quick reflexes to avoid the tackle. Brock may not have lethal top end speed, but he has the strength and leg drive to carry defenders downfield, and always find a way to make positive gains. Keep a close eye on how Brock performs in 2024.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65411b575a169"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16414565/656ab8dec124c70284d297c6' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-656d2413bc520"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1099743"],"_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":"A soon to be senior, [player_tooltip player_id='1099743' first='Troy' last='Bailey'] is the first of many versatile defenders that Delbarton has on its roster. The #9 DB in the NJ 2025 class, Troy is a big sized cornerback that can be treacherous to throw against. Troy has that u0022lockdown corneru0022 frame that allows him to compete and succeed against some of the bigger WRs Delbarton goes up against.rnrnIf there's one thing you'll notice with every Delbarton player, it is that they are all very strong and powerful. All of their offseason workouts are paying off, because Troy can jam up a receiver at the line and completely toss them off of their route. Lastly, when it comes it coverage, Troy is able to use his long reach to get his hands in and break up the pass right when the receiver thinks he has it. Bringing in offers from all of the military academies and other D1 programs, Troy has an extremely bright future at the next level.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65411b575a1de"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16414172/657c70c719a68b09788fc750' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6573b8a818f84"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["995369"],"_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='995369' first='Kyle' last='Checchio'] is a speedy linebacker that needs more recognition. While he may be a little undersized for the linebacker position at the next level, right now he is an absolute force for Delbarton's defense. Kyle has shown that he is a legitimate threat to offensive schemes. u0022Quick twitchu0022 is one of the best ways to describe Kyle, because he has this bounciness in his feet that allows him to pounce on runners when they are heading his direction.rnrnKyle is extremely disruptive. He not only racked up 78 tackles last fall, but brought the QB to the ground 4 times as well. Kyle looks like a sprinter when he is coming off of he edge. He's able to get off of the line before the tackle can react and accelerate towards the QB. Kyle is a player I am confident can thrive at the next level, possibly as a rolled down safety.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65411b575a24e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16414550/658a51c802b2c70444821a83' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65411b575a26c"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1031712"],"_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":"If you haven't noticed the trend yet, Delbarton is absolutely stacked at the linebacker position. This team has a wall of defenders that may be the biggest challenge for any opponent to try to get past. [player_tooltip player_id='1031712' first='Michael' last='Sclafani'] is one of those leaders in the middle of the defense that has the ability to completely deny an offense of any success. Only a sophomore in 2023, Michael was able to bring an immediate impact on Delbarton's D as he racked up 53 tackles and 2 sacks.rnrnLining up close to the line, Michael has provided run support that has absolutely shut down opposing offense's success on the ground. Michael has shown that he can hold his own on the outside, preventing the runner from bouncing it, and can also spearhead his way into the backfield to take the runner down swiftly. I'm hoping to see Delbarton in person this season to get a better sense of how else Michael is utilized on this talented defense.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-660da3be5d35b"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18165644/65847b7702b2c704447e6d0e' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-660da3be5d374"} /-->