August Rankings Release: 2028 ATH

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have officially released the rankings for the class of 2028 in the state of Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2028 (ATH), meaning players who play multiple positions consistently, with analysis. After this, we will round up our release coverage with a few more segments. Welcome to High School. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2028","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2411","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66cb581368531"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1026962"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66cb581369914"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1026962' first='Fletcher' last='Lee'] ranks first on our board as he plays multiple positions, including quarterback and defensive back. Lee displays good decision-making within the short and intermediate range, showcasing the angle freedom to adjust his release point. He has solid pocket mobility, as he can roll out and deliver with solid ball placement toward the boundary. Defensively, he displays good read and react ability, arriving at the catch point to force a PBU. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*No Social Media Found*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1183094"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66cb58136996a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Torrance L. Talbot Jr. ranks second on our board. He is a versatile prospect who can play both wide receiver and defensive back. Talbot Jr. displays a solid release due to solid foot quickness, footwork, and bend. Off the release, he can eat up space quickly, get to the stem of his route, and create separation off his breaks due to a solid change of direction. He has good hand-eye coordination, body control, and balance to win vs. contest, adjust mid-route, or high-point the football. His awareness and speed translate to defense as well, allowing him to arrive at the catch point consistently.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/torrance_talbot/status/1814450407563055314","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/torrance_talbot/status/1814450407563055314 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1213802"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66cb5813699bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tarvarius Hardaway ranks third on our board and who is another versatile prospect due to his ability to dominate on both sides of the ball. He is a prospect to watch as Hardaway displays good acceleration off the line of scrimmage with good foot quickness to eat up space quickly. He can create separation off breaks due to good change of direction, balance, dip, and burst. He showcases strong hands, good ball tracking, and hand-eye coordination. At defensive back, he showcases good read and react ability, breaking on the ball to force a PBU, turnover, or making a tackle in space.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/TavariusHard1/status/1769416822153961835","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TavariusHard1/status/1769416822153961835 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1189713"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66cb5813699ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1189713' first='Preston' last='Strong'] is number four on our board. Strong is a high-motor player with sideline-to-sideline ability and solid athleticism. He takes on blocks effectively, staying square with good hand timing, placement, and physicality to disengage and tackle the ball carrier. He consistently pressures the quarterback with his quickness at the position. He has solid zone awareness and stays in his area. Strong can play Mike or Will. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*No Social Media Found*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1173960"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66cb581369a3d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1173960' first='Austin-Phillip' last='Lewis'] rounds out the top five, coming in at number five for the position. Lewis showcases his ability to be dangerous both out wide and in the slot. He displays a quick release off the line of scrimmage with solid foot quickness and smooth route-running ability. He has a good feel for zone coverage, effectively attacking weak spots and creating windows for the quarterback. Solid and strong hands with good hand-eye coordination to catch vs contest or adjust mid-route. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.2 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/APLewis_2028/status/1821888518039240915","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/APLewis_2028/status/1821888518039240915 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER ATH IN THE CLASS OF 2028:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6. [player_tooltip player_id='1373219' first='Gabriel' last='Jaime'] (Malvern)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7. [player_tooltip player_id='1325893' first='Brendan' last='Hill'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8. [player_tooltip player_id='1308037' first='Luke' last='Barnett'] (Rivercrest)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9. [player_tooltip player_id='1291957' first='Lane' last='Stewart'] (Newport)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10. [player_tooltip player_id='1330943' first='Kyeran' last='Culclager'] (Pine Bluff)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>11. [player_tooltip player_id='1269716' first='Brandon' last='Harris'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12. [player_tooltip player_id='1397603' first='Jackson' last='Plumlee'] (CAC)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>13. [player_tooltip player_id='1351637' first='Ashton' last='McDaniel'] (Wynne)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>14. [player_tooltip player_id='1402848' first='Serious' last='Hammond'] (Conway)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>15. [player_tooltip player_id='1365004' first='Anthony' last='Ellis'] (Bryant)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>16. [player_tooltip player_id='1365010' first='Christian' last='Carroll'] (Little Rock Central)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17. [player_tooltip player_id='1396284' first='Christopher' last='Ross'] (Little Rock Parkview) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->