Summer Camp: South Carolina State Part One

ORANGEBURG | No Palmetto State college football gridiron has produced more Pro Football Hall of Famers than Willie Jeffries Field on Oliver C. Dawson Stadium.   It was on these hallowed grounds Friday that an estimated 270 high school players put their skills on display. This was the first pro prospect camp held at South Carolina State by head football coach Chennis Berry.   For three hours, players from as far as Florida and Alabama took part in various drills before the coaching staff, current players and even briefly retired former coach Buddy Pough.   Here's a look at those offensive players who put themselves in position to possibly become future Bulldogs:   QUARTERBACKS   Jace Williams Lugoff-Elgin   The rising sophomore was one of the quarterbacks who stood out for his accuracy and touch on the football. Given the bevy of wide receivers at his disposal, Williams is in position to lead the Demons to a winning season.   [player_tooltip player_id='477819' first='Dylan' last='Redden'] Spring Valley   At 6-feet and 180 pounds, the rising junior showed quick mobility during the running drills.   Evan Rembert Mallard Creek   The 6-foot-2, 180-pound rising senior had arguably the strongest arm of the camp. Every pass was thrown with a purpose, while hitting its mark for the most part.   RUNNING BACKS   Jamarion Brockington Lakewood   The rising senior speedster stands at 5-foot-2 and 140 pounds. This works to his advantage as his low to the ground posture makes it difficult to make a clean hit. He posted one of the fastest times in the 40-yard dash (4.59 seconds) and also excelled in the shuttle drill (4:38 seconds).    Kade Spence Loganville (Ga.)   Another tackler who keeps low to the ground while displaying speed and elusiveness with the football. Avoiding obstacles during the running drills was not a problem for the 5-foot-6, 172-pound rising senior.   WIDE RECEIVERS   Jeremiah Benson, Samil Saadiq and Christian Johnson all Lugoff-Elgin   The trio show why their passing offense will cause teams problems next year in Class 5A. All showed quick feet and an ability to outjump other defenders for the football.     Allen Keendre Colleton County   The 6-foot-2, 176-pound sophomore stood tall in showing toughness during one-on-one battles and adapting to long and short passes to make the catch.   Lasaun Jackson Edisto   The rising sophomore is a name to watch for the Cougars. At 6-feet and 167 pounds, he shows solid hands and does not back down from aggressive cornerbacks.   Devonta Holmes Fox Creek   One of the Predators' top playmakers and with good reason. At 6-foot-1 and 210 pounds, his size and speed makes him difficult to slow down and he rarely allows himself to get physically contained.    OFFENSIVE LINEMAN   [player_tooltip player_id='1253910' first='Isaiah' last='Evans'], Whale Branch   At 6-foot-7 and 315 pounds, the rising senior towered over most of his fellow lineman. His long arms and strength enable him to stand upright and still overpower opposing linemen.    Jeremiah Salley, Lancaster   The 6-foot-3, 270 guard/tackle plays with a quiet intensity and relies on his size and strength to get an advantage in the trenches.   Cam Morrison, Lugoff-Elgin   The 6-foot-5, 260-pound rising junior can play both at tackle and guard. He uses his arms effectively in pushing away defenders and maintains a commanding posture on the line.   [player_tooltip player_id='1165106' first='Bryson' last='Moore'], Irmo     Many of the running lanes made available for Class 4A All-State quarterback Aaron Brand and running back Jaden-Allen Hendrix were made possible through the rising junior's blocking at tackle and guard. The 6-foot-1, 300-pound Moore effectively uses his arms and lower body to get an advantage and quickly overwhelm a defender.

ORANGEBURG | No Palmetto State college football gridiron has produced more Pro Football Hall of Famers than Willie Jeffries Field on Oliver C. Dawson Stadium.