Week 8 Game Balls

<p>Playoff implications are starting to unfold, Week 8 Game Balls are below:</p>    <p class="text-gray-700">Quarterback [player_tooltip player_id='1312051' first='Jack' last='Martin'] had a monster outing in Oakton's wild overtime win over South Lakes. Throwing for a career high 5 touchdown passes, Martin has the Cougars in prime position to reach the playoffs in over a decade. This was a statement win for Oakton and having Martin leading the way seems fitting. Before the year there was a bit of unknown of who was going to be the starting quarterback for the Cougars, as time went on the sophomore has cemented his claim. </p>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1230210' first='James' last='Blacker'] seems to be willing his team back to the playoffs with his performance against Forest Park. Blacker has been on a few division 1 schools radars already and his outing in Gar-Fields triumph over Forest Park should only help him. He hauled an incredible one handed touchdown reception that Red Wolves fans will remember for quite some time. He has offers from Tusculum and VMI and a visit with Towson lined up. Blacker is looking like the guy who is going to lead Gar-Field to a Cardinal District title.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JamesBlacker21/status/1847704819760583080 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">I swear to you I planned to include Roncskevitz in my players to watch but nonetheless I was excited to watch him in person last night. He did not disappoint with over 100 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns, this dude runs hard and with vision. A wrestling star for Langley Roncskevitz is the real deal at both running back and linebacker for the Saxons. You can see what force he runs with on each carry, he is a wrestler playing football and playing it quite well.</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">It has to be mentioned [player_tooltip player_id='1231457' first='Tyler' last='Knutson'] is tearing up the entire Cedar Run district. His stat line thru 8 games reads 21 touchdowns and (checks notes) 0 interceptions! Facing a dangerous Osbourn squad Knutson was flawless once again and lead the Pioneers to an easy win. The matchup with cross town rival Battlefield is looming, but Knutson has shown he can play at the FCS level or higher. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TylerKnutson_8/status/1843800008635855072 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Wide Receiver [player_tooltip player_id='1535291' first='Wade' last='Farrar'] is another hidden gem out in Ashburn for the Freedom South Riding Eagles. He played a key role in their thrilling win over Unity Reed and is having an all-district type of season. The senior is 6'0 and 180 lbs., in my opinion he would be a perfect fit for a school such as Catholic University. Congrats on the offer to play at the next level young man, you have earned it!</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Wade_farrar_26/status/1847766843777569249 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">So Battlefield has major prospects in both their 25 and 26 classes, but [player_tooltip player_id='1535249' first='Noah' last='Glover'] out of their 2027 group may have an even higher ceiling. He just picked up an offer this week from Virginia Tech and with more outings like the one he had against Gainesville, the Hokies will not be the last. Glover is a hybrid linebacker/safety on defense he makes plays everywhere. Last night he had an athletic endzone interception and collected 4 tackles. The Bobcats are primed to be state title contenders for the next several seasons with guys like Glover coming into the fold. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/NoahGlover11112/status/1847688555125977201 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Another week another impressive outing by junior wideout [player_tooltip player_id='1523123' first='Justin' last='Musselman'], this kid is a playmaker. Whether it is at punt returner or in the slot, he just finds ways to the endzone. Very impressed with his vision, he made house call against Hylton yesterday that showed you all you need to know. Do not count out the Sharks just yet in this clouded playoff picture.</p>   <p></p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Westfield's [player_tooltip player_id='1232434' first='Troy' last='Lucas'] man does he get after it at linebacker for the Bulldogs. You are reading the tweet below correctly, he had 20 tackles in their win against Centreville. The young man is ferocious and fearless to the football, I hope he is getting offers soon cause he more than deserves them. In my opinion he would look great in the PSAC conference giving quarterbacks nightmares. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/troy_lucas25/status/1847752798425010325 </div></figure>    <p>The showcases are back once again and we are excited they are coming to Virginia this January! I can attest to you personally that our showcases are great for kids at every talent level. We have college coaches throughout the country on hand, looking for their next star. To register or find out more information please go to this link here https://events.prepredzone.com/e/1329/register/virginia-stock-up-showcase. We are still in the early bird special in regards to pricing, after this week feel free to use my coupon code<strong> FrederickPRZ2024</strong> for a discount.</p>

Playoff implications are starting to unfold, Week 8 Game Balls are below: