Polk County Playoff Ballers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1131791' first='Dathan' last='Glover'] | ATH | 2025 | Santa Fe Catholic | <a href="https://twitter.com/dathan_g3"><strong>@dathan_g3</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Glover's loyalty to the Hawks program has paid off in a big way. As a key leader on the SAAA 2A state champion squad, Glover delivered in all three phases of the game, cementing his legacy in Santa Fe Catholic history.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Trevor Smith | QB | 2025 | Santa Fe Catholic | <a href="https://twitter.com/Tsmith_qb11"><strong>@Tsmith_qb11</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith guided the Hawks under center, leading them to a state title and solidifying his place as a key contributor in their championship run. He now graduates with a title under his belt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bryson White | DB | 2026 | Santa Fe Catholic | <a href="https://twitter.com/Bwhite008"><strong>@Bwhite008</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A versatile ball hawk, White was a playmaker for the Hawks' defense, consistently stepping up in crucial moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Albert Plain | ATH | 2026 | Frostproof | <a href="https://twitter.com/AlbertPlain_"><strong>@AlbertPlain_</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Plain was a game-changer for Frostproof in their SSAA Atlantic League state championship victory—their first title in 25 years. A threat on both sides of the ball and special teams, he capped off the season with a 16-yard touchdown run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Landon Fuller | ATH | 2025 | Frostproof | <a href="https://twitter.com/landonfuller99"><strong>@landonfuller99</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fuller set the tone for Frostproof's championship win with a touchdown run, helping the Bulldogs bring home the trophy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='831335' first='Jatavius' last='Ward'] | DE | 2025 | Frostproof | <a href="https://twitter.com/jatavius_ward"><strong>@jatavius_ward</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ward dominated in the championship game, recording sacks, forcing fumbles, and even blocking a field goal. His game-changing impact was critical to Frostproof's victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brody Brenneman | QB | 2027 | Lakeland Christian | <a href="https://twitter.com/brody_brenneman"><strong>@brody_brenneman</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This young signal-caller came up big for the Vikings in the postseason, completing 78% of his passes and tossing two touchdowns. Brenneman is one to watch for the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aaron Trudell | RB | 2027 | Lakeland Christian | <a href="https://twitter.com/clapz_aj"><strong>@clapz_aj</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Trudell emerged as a dependable sophomore back, stepping up with a solid round-one performance to help push the Vikings to victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1142239' first='Chad' last='Williams'] | QB | 2026 | Lakeland | <a href="https://twitter.com/ChadWqb12"><strong>@ChadWqb12</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Williams shined in his first playoff appearance, throwing two impressive touchdown passes in Lakeland's opening-round blowout win. He's next up as the Dreadnaughts' QB of the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cassidy Ervin | WR | 2026 | Lakeland | <a href="https://twitter.com/CassidyErvinn"><strong>@CassidyErvinn</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ervin continues to develop into an electric playmaker in Lakeland's offense. He caught a touchdown pass in the first round, giving a glimpse of his bright future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ahnarri Cooper | RB | 2028 | Lakeland | <a href="https://twitter.com/1wayNarri"><strong>@1wayNarri</strong></a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In his first-ever playoff game, the freshman made his presence felt with several exciting runs, including a 15-yard touchdown that showcased his potential as a future star.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->