2024 Review: Mt. Hood Conference

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Mt. Hood Conference in 2024 was very much a showcase for Oregon's perennial powerhouse, Central Catholic, which continued to set a high standard of excellence. While the Rams reasserted their dominance, the rest of the conference worked to close the gap, finding small victories in growth, renewed energy, and moments of promise. As we continue our conference review series, we'll take a closer look at how each team navigated the season, celebrating the standout performances and exploring what the future may hold for these programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1. Central Catholic Rams (11-1) Lost in the Semi-Finals</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 6 - Defeated a tough Nelson squad 37-12 to solidify their dominance in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quarter Finals - Throttled a talented Lakeridge squad 40-17 to advance to the final four against the #1 team in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Semi-Finals - Close loss to #1 Lake Oswego as they miss out on the state championship game and their hopes of being back-to-back state champs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["406759"],"_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-67608c0910f0c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stascausky was not only the Ram's best player but was easily the best player in Oregon this year and dominated at Left Tackle. He is going to Eugene to play for the Ducks and will leave some big shoes to fill.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1094734"],"_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-67608c0910f82"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kelsey looked great this year and should be getting some love recruiting-wise soon enough. The size and athleticism have D1 written all over him, and he proved that he deserves a shot this year for the Rams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["914302"],"_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-67608c0910fca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Long won a competitive quarterback battle right before the season and quickly proved why. Leading a team to the semifinals in your first year starting is not easy, no matter how talented the roster is. Look for Long to have an even better year next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='406759' first='Zac' last='Stascausky'] </strong>- Committed to Oregon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1094734' first='Landon' last='Kelsey']</strong> - Holds 8 D1 Offers, including Arizona, UNLV, Colorado State, San Diego State, and more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='511878' first='D'Marieon' last='Gates']</strong> - The only offer we know of comes from Willamette University (D3).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='406757' first='Evan' last='Brenner'] </strong>- Holds offers from D3 programs Pacific (OR), and Lewis &amp; Clark (OR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='291819' first='Tyler' last='Newbury'] </strong>- Holds D3 offers from Puget Sound, Lewis &amp; Clark (OR), and Grinnell.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong>&nbsp;The Rams will be set up for another great year as many key players are returning, including their QB. I can confidently say they will be a state championship contender once again.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2. Nelson Hawks (7-3) Lost in Round 1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 9 - Defeated Clackamas 37-7 to secure second place in the conference and ensure a playoff spot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 - Lost on the road to Sherwood 21-42, as their offense was too much to overcome.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["527045"],"_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-6760abd7d10ba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Macon is a rarity on the West Coast, especially in Oregon, as a legit D1 defensive lineman. His size, strength, and athleticism jump off the charts, so he is headed to Seattle to play in the Big Ten. Nelson will miss him next year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["285852"],"_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-6760abd7d110d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Durdahl has been the starter at Nelson for as long as I have been a scout at Prep Redzone. It will be weird to watch Nelson next year and not see him conducting the Hawks offense. Durdahl had another solid season, and I expect his recruitment to heat up soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1110921"],"_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-6760abd7d11ff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With the proper offseason, Katoanga will get some big-time offers at DB. He took home conference first-team DB honors and will be a Defensive Player of the Year candidate next season. Nelson is fortunate to have him back next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='527045' first='Dominic' last='Macon'] </strong>- Signed with Washington.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> Like I mentioned earlier, replacing Durdahl will be a challenge for the Hawks, one that may come with some bumps as they start the next season. Nelson should be competing for a playoff spot again next year, and we will see if they can make it once more. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3. Clackamas Cavaliers (6-4) Lost in Round 1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 3 - Big win over Sandy 34-31 as this ultimately decided third place in the conference and helped them sneak into the playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 - Ran into a formidable Sprage squad who ended their season early in the playoffs 12-41. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["754668"],"_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-6760abd7d1248"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Aguilar moved from Milwaukie to Clackamas this year and had a solid season. He has the size and athleticism that make college coaches interested, and he had solid productivity this year, moving up from 4A competition to 6A competition. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["274319"],"_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-6760abd7d128a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Baker is the ultimate athlete and utility player on the field. He can play anywhere you need him to. The Cavs had no problem moving him around and letting him make big plays, and Baker would be a valuable addition to a college program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402407"],"_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-6760abd7d12d1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brower has been quite impressive for the Cavaliers, and they will hope he can take that next step next season. Leading your team to #11 in the state and making the top 12 bracket is quite impressive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*We are not aware of any offers at the moment.*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> The Cavaliers have some talent leaving but should be able to replace and work with what they have. They had multiple underclassmen get named to all-conference teams, and they might be even better next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4. Sandy Pioneers (6-5) Lost in Alternate Bracker Quarter Finals</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 (Alt.) - Huge first-round win to prove they are a legit team from the Mt. Hood conference over McMinnville 39-16.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quarter Final (Alt.) - Lost to South Medford 21-41 on the road.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1511443"],"_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-6760abd7d1316"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Olomua was a monster this year for the run-heavy Pioneers, taking home first-team all-conference at running back. He will be tough to replace.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1311538"],"_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-6760abd7d1357"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sandy may have a legit prospect here in Bridges as the size is there. This offseason will be big to see what kind of offers Bridges will receive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1110922"],"_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-6760abd7d1398"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McMahon is one of my favorite players to watch in the whole state as he flies around the field with incredible awareness and physicality. He will run through you or over you, depending on what side of the ball he is on. I expect McMahon to have a huge senior year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ashton Culp </strong>- Holds a D3 offer from Pacific (OR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> Sandy is a team that people should keep on their radar. Most of their all-conference selections were underclassmen who will return next season. I expect them to compete for a spot in the 12-team bracket next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5. Barlow Bruins (3-6)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 4 - They lost 13-28 on the road at Sandy, which would keep them from the top half of the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 7 - 35-18 win at home vs Reynolds to keep the fifth seed in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1103964"],"_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-6760abd7d13dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Longi made the transfer over from conference rival David Douglas and had a solid year for the Bruins. He immediately helped the offensive line and helped them develop into a better team later in the year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1566175"],"_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-6760abd7d1420"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shamoon had a great year, taking home first-team all-conference honors at the linebacker position. The Bruins will miss Shamoon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1359070"],"_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-6760abd7d1462"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Miller took home first-team defensive end for the conference as a sophomore. He is a player that the Bruins will hope to develop as they hope to become a conference powerhouse once again.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1182919' first='Brighton' last='Jacobsen'] </strong>- Holds multiple D3/NAIA offers from Linfield, Pacific (OR), Puget Sound, Willamette, and more. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1369250' first='Kellen' last='Collins'] </strong>- Holds D3 offers from Lewis &amp; Clark (OR) and Puget Sound.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> The Bruins' 2024 season was nothing short of a rebuilding year, and they have some nice young talent they should be excited about. I expect them to be around the same place next year, as the teams ahead of them in the conference are too good to predict that they will jump in the standings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>6. Reynolds Raiders (2-7)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 4 - Nice 46-20 win on the road at Gresham to secure the 6th seed in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["285877"],"_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-6760abd7d14a6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hancox has been on my radar for a couple of years now. His time as a Reynolds Raider is now up, but I expect him to do great things at the collegiate level. Do not let the size fool you. This kid is strong and athletic and can absolutely blow up plays before they develop. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1103990"],"_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-6760abd7d14e6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hull was on another level this year, finishing the season with over 1,000 yards of rushing and 13 rushing touchdowns. His small, compact frame makes him difficult to bring down. Hull should be looked at soon by college coaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1232757"],"_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-6760abd7d154f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Test is a very athletic and solidly built linebacker who will look to take on a more prominent role for the Raiders next season. He will be a vital piece in the turnaround of the Reynolds program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*We are not aware of any offers at the moment.*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="margin: 0px;padding: 0px"><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> Reynolds will most likely stay in the bottom half of the standings again next season, barring crazy development by their players; they will have a tou</span>gh time replacing their seniors and competing against the top teams in this conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>7. Gresham Gophers (1-8)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 3 - Defeated David Douglas on the road 26-21 to ensure they would not be last place in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1366299"],"_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-6760abd7d1596"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alexander was the Gophers star lineman this season and has earned some college offers because of his consistency. He will be tough to replace for the Gophers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1232751"],"_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-6760abd7d15fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arnold is another utility player who can play pretty much anywhere on the field and took the home second-team all-conference as a utility player. He will be a big part of the Gophers plans next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["887126"],"_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-6760abd7d163f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fray is the big ticket item at the Gresham program, as he has the most potential. With his size, he could be a D1 guy for the Gophers, which is impressive. His development is something I am keeping a close eye on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1366299' first='Tyler' last='Alexander']</strong> - Holds 4 D3 offers from Lewis &amp; Clark (OR), Linfield, Pacific (OR), and Willamette.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> Gresham will have a tough time overcoming their current position in the standings as they have finished towards the bottom multiple years in a row. They have some young guys to be excited about, but development is key.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>8. David Douglas Scots (1-8)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 2 - Only win of the season coming at home vs Putnam 22-14.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Player:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1103982"],"_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-6760abd7d16a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Massad was a great player for the Scots and is one of the few guys that might get looked at for college ball. The Scots will have a very tough time replacing him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Amaryi Hunter","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"185","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2496","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"David Douglas","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6760abd7d1776"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hunter took home an all-conference honorable mention at defensive end for the Scots and is someone they should be excited to develop. It was a rough season for them, but Hunter was a bright spot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*We are not aware of any offers at the moment.*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> I do not see a scenario where David Douglas finishes much better than they did this season next year. The program is in a rough spot, and Head Coach Jay Williams has his work cut out for him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->