FZE Lions Midwest 7v7 Observations: Part One

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Ft. Zumwalt East Lions Midwest 7v7 tournament feature multiple top teams from around the area and state this past week. He is part one of the observations of teams and players I had the opportunity watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>NORTH POINT</strong><br>- The Grizzles were led by 2025 QB [player_tooltip player_id='1117607' first='Hoyt' last='Gregory'] (6'3" 210) who recently committed to Lindenwood University and Gregory was his usual smooth, strong-armed self. Hoyt did a good job finding his receivers and pulling the trigger with his quick release to hit the open man. He has more weapons this coming season with 2027 WR [player_tooltip player_id='1251169' first='Tavren' last='Williams'] (6'0" 170) giving him a nice deep option with speed who can make plays in space. Older brother [player_tooltip player_id='1249875' first='Tyron' last='Williams'] (5'11" 160) was also an option on offense, but was more impressive as a lock down corner on the day. Tyron is athletic, with good hips, speed to run with anyone and ball skills. Another player who impressed me that I had the chance to see for the first time was 2027 WR <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1326743' first='Jeremiah' last='Mozee']</strong> (6'0" 180) who was making plays on offense and defense. Mozee has big play potential with his speed, quickness and receiving skills. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>KIRKWOOD</strong><br>- 2025 WR [player_tooltip player_id='285181' first='Larry' last='Robinson'] 6'3" 190 had a big day and was one of the overall standout of the tournament. Larry is a tough match-up for high school opponents with his size and speed. He's a big bodied receiver who can go up, over or use good body control to go get under or over thrown balls and make the play. He made a few nice over the shoulder grabs for scores. 2026 big-time S/ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1130114' first='Jacob' last='Eberhart'] (6'3" 210) already has two D1 offers from UNLV and Miami University, but he will be one of the more heavily recruited players in his class in due time. Jacob makes is look easier with his natural ability and superior size and speed he possesses combined with his cover skills. He is physical, can cover a lot of ground in a hurry and make plays. He also played some cornerback and looked good locking down his receiver. 2025 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1124886' first='Owen' last='Nesslage']</strong> (6'5" 210) was on with his accuracy and decision making. Owen was on the mark with his smooth deliver and touch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>FT. ZUMWALT EAST</strong><br>- 2025 QB [player_tooltip player_id='345108' first='Carson' last='Topping'] (6'1" 185) transferred in from Francis Howell and gives the Lions one of the top senior quarterbacks in the area. Carson is a skilled signal-caller who can make all the throws and is accurate with all the them. He has great placement and touch on his deep passes. He already seems to have good chemistry with his receivers and made good decisions. 2025 WR <strong>Peyton Oxford</strong> (6'2" 165) was his top target and the returning leading receiver for the Lions. He runs good routes and has reliable hands. Him and Topping make a nice connection for them to have. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>JACKSON</strong><br>- 2026 QB <strong>Drew Parsons </strong>(5'11" 180) led his Indians and showed the same nice connection and skill set he did when taking over the starting job in the playoffs due to injury. Drew sees the field well and has a strong arm he uses to fire the ball in there and hit his receivers. He is QB1 this season and has a nice group of receivers returning to help him. 2025 WR [player_tooltip player_id='345120' first='Kai' last='Crowe'] (6'1" 193) is one of the most athletic receivers in the state and had a great spring at several combines and Lindenwood camp. He is a sure-handed receiver with speed, who is quick and athletic enough to make plays on short or intermediate throws after the catch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->