PRZPA State Title Preview, 1A, Bishop Guilfoyle vs. Port Allegany

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["599217"],"_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-674c03a024f45"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ranked as a top 500 senior in all of Pennsylvania, an unoffered dual-sport senior boasting a 10'2 broad and a 35 inch vert. Ranked as an "ATH" because of his two-way prowess both at quarterback and safety. Completed 71% of his passes, a large sample size too with Kissell attempting over 225 throws this season, no small number. Dominant 1A weapon, accounted for 2,500+ passing yards, 350+ rushing, 32 total touchdowns. Tack on 13 TFLs, 5 interceptions, Kissell, like he's been for years ongoing, is a one-man wrecking crew capable of turning the tide of a football game working inside any of the three phases of the game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6'2, 190 pounds. Works out of many 11 personnel sets, (1RB/1TE). Works primarily out of gun, has a great feel for long-developing passing concepts, is comfortable in the pocket due to size and athleticism, so Kissell has no problem waiting/stalling to throw a deep shot downfield. A safety prospect at the next level, is comfortable playing inside the front seven. Can double as a run-supporting big body and a ball-hawking center fielder. Capable of running zone-read keepers, a smart player who can key the correct defender in these situations. Works well with Reilly and Gates in impromptu situations. A ton of downfield shots, an opposing defense is going to have to limit downfield shots by either pressuring Kissell in the pocket, or playing with an umbrella/shell in the secondary. Easier said than done. A fantastic playmaker is ready to play for a State Title against Port Allegany. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">[player_tooltip player_id='599217' first='Chase' last='Kissell'] Regular Season Highlights<a href="https://t.co/FjM4xjzPKV">https://t.co/FjM4xjzPKV</a><br><br>6'2” 190 pounds<br>4.60 40 yard dash<br>Cell- 814-312-0529<br>Twitter- <a href="https://twitter.com/ChaseKissell?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChaseKissell</a><br><br>Stats-<br>161/227 2,504 passing yards<br>32 touchdowns <br>71% completion percentage <br>5 interceptions<br>55 carries 371 yards rushing<br><br>76 tackles-…</p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='599217' first='Chase' last='Kissell'] (@ChaseKissell) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChaseKissell/status/1854349032568590792?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 7, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1131291"],"_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-674c03a024fdf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">6'1, 175-pound wideout who received a Division Three grade after film review. Is a track sprinter, a young man who is currently unoffered. Reilly's regular season saw him reel in 45 catches on the year, additional clutch catches littered throughout his playoff run, helping this offense score on their way to the 2024 1A Championship Title game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>600 yards, six touchdowns through mid-November. A better athlete than the ranking suggests, a kid I could see D3s bring in to play DB even, yet looks like a natural wideout. Here's what my colleague Avery Hawkins had to say back in November concerning [player_tooltip player_id='1131291' first='Braden' last='Reilly']. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reilly has been a consistent performer this season for Bishop Guilfoyle. With a lean build at 6'1 and 175 lbs and a 4.5-second 40-yard dash, he's a versatile two-way player and record-setting QB&nbsp;<strong>[player_tooltip player_id='599217' first='Chase' last='Kissell']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/chase-kissell/"><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong></a><a></a>&nbsp;‘s go-to downfield target. Reilly displays excellent ball skills, excelling at intercepting passes and securing 50/50 jump balls on deep routes as a receiver. His skills also translate well to defense, where he poses an interception threat in coverage. He's a reliable tackler and has the athleticism to contribute on special teams at the college level. With his speed, Reilly is well-suited to play either wide receiver or free safety in college. He runs precise routes and effectively gets out of his breaks to receive the ball, showcasing his potential to be a valuable asset on both offense and special teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>No tape to dissect yet from the many post-season games BG has played. Excited to see him work in person. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1131704"],"_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-674c03a02505f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A young man who unfortunately tore his ACL back in September. Bishop Guilfoyle still able to progress without having a ranked senior linebacker/DE. Despite a lost season, McElheny is taking care of what he can control. Still solid tape from the first three weeks of the season, still performing well in the classroom (3.82 GPA). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McElheny will likely be present for Thursday's Championship bout against Port Allegany, yet he won't be in pads to help slow down a vaunted rushing attack. 6'2, 220 pounds, holds an offer out of Juniata, this coming post injury. More D3s should inquire in time. Is a three-sport athlete I might add, McElheny is a Hockey and T&amp;F participant. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1131720"],"_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-674c03a0250d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">6'0, 175 pounds. The highest-ranking prospect on either side of the ball in this 1A Title bout. Received an FCS grade from me post film review. , currently holds offers out of WalshU, Lock Haven, and UVA-Wise. Is a Basketball and Baseball participant. Ranks as a top 50 two-way player in all of PA, top 75 if you strip classes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gates is putting up gaudy numbers throughout BG's 14-win season. Neatly 3,000 total scrimmage yards under this young man's belt, Bishop Guilfoyle will deploy two overtly versatile prospects in Kissell and Gates, both of which can flip a game on its head with one touch of the ball. One punt returned for a score, one passing touchdown thrown. 1,500 of Kissell's 2,500 passing yards went Gates's way. An unreal 39 total touchdowns scored, 18 on the ground behind 700+ rushing yards, 18 through the air. This all without mentioning two interceptions returned for a touchdown, as well as three additional INTs and 50+ tackles from his DB spot. The numbers will blow you away, the tape will cement opinions made from those who are only looking at numbers. Enamored with Gates' playmaking ability of course, yet I get the feeling he could be a better DB at the next level. I've gone on record in the past detailing my opinion that Gates could be a special DB at the PSAC level if given the opportunity. Excited to see which coaches in attendance Thursday afternoon fall in love with his skillset. I imagine coaches in attendance will be watching with intent of offering the BG senior. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 Playoff Highlights 🚨<br>(so far)<br>Touchdowns- 39<br>Rushing- 722 yd, 18td <br>Receiving- 1567yd, 18 td <br>All purpose- 2908 <br>1 Punt Return TD<br>Tackles- 44<br>Int- 5 , 2 pick 6<br>1 Passing TD<br><br>Height-6'0”<br>weight-185<br>40-4.5<br>phone-(814)937-0259<br><br>Hudl: <a href="https://t.co/T5M24aLn2f">https://t.co/T5M24aLn2f</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1131720' first='Hamilton' last='Gates'] (@Hamiltongates_) <a href="https://twitter.com/Hamiltongates_/status/1860871346349076603?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Nick McCloskey ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_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":"180","_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":"Bishop Guilfoyle","_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-674cb25520aa4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A senior backer and WR/TE. Self-lists at 5'11, 175 pounds. Is a Rugby player. Is a special punter, his punts will likely come up big in the matchup, McCloskey averaging 40+ yards per punt. Kissell is going to look Gates and Reilly's way nine times out of ten, yet don't be surprised if you see McCloskey catch a pass here or there in this title game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McCloskey boasts a five-and-a-half minute tape, one that fully encompasses all of the alignments the senior athlete can provide quality reps at. Kicker/Punter/Split-Out Wideout/H-Back/SAM Backer, McCloskey will be deployed all over the field, Port Allegany can't be caught off-guard. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">5&#039; 11&quot; 185 lbs<br><br>SR - LB, WR, P<br><br>Mid SZN highlights<a href="https://t.co/43XsMIpgbr">https://t.co/43XsMIpgbr</a><br><br>6 Games<br>56 Tackles 7 TFL<br>2 INT, (1 ret. for TD)<br>3 TOT TD<br>41 Yd Punt Avg, 11th in PA<br><br>Blair United Rugby - Fly-half<br>2023 PA All-State Rugby<br>Rugby Jr Highlights<a href="https://t.co/anuObfd6Kc">https://t.co/anuObfd6Kc</a></p>&mdash; Nick Mccloskey (@NickMccloskey26) <a href="https://twitter.com/NickMccloskey26/status/1842026873154416691?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 4, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"[player_tooltip player_id='1591014' first='Jake' last='Kissell']","_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":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"210","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2411","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Bishop Guilfoyle","_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-674c03a025643"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">6'2, 210 pounds. A junior prospect poised to land on our ranks in the next coming weeks. 3.9 GPA is a Basketball participant. Stop me if you've heard this one before, yet another Bishop Guilfoyle prospect who can align in three/four different positions. [player_tooltip player_id='1591014' first='Jake' last='Kissell']'s efforts against Westinghouse won't go unnoticed. Five receptions from his TE spot that went for 130+ yards. [player_tooltip player_id='1591014' first='Jake' last='Kissell'] scored on three different occasions, two touchdowns through the air, entered the endzone again for a two-point conversion. Three sacks on top of the offensive production, five total TFLs, 2 fumble recoveries. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the same fashion [player_tooltip player_id='599217' first='Chase' last='Kissell'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1131720' first='Hamilton' last='Gates'] can break open a game, [player_tooltip player_id='1591014' first='Jake' last='Kissell'] proved against Westinghouse that his play can have the same effect. Kissell's regular season tape begins with him aligning at DE in a 4-3 traditional front. His 210-pound frame jumps off the LOS, good awareness skills have him read the quick screen. This would lead to a Kissell pick-six. An opportunistic player whose experience at different alignments/looks/positions has him ultra aware of his surroundings. The true X-Factor in this Championship game, Kissell can block and work the seams when deployed at TE, he can set the edge, rush the passer, and penetrate at DE/OLB. Excited to rank him among his junior peers in the next coming weeks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Huge Win against Westinghouse!<br>56-15 win<br>13-1 record <br><br>5 catches <br>133 yards<br>2 touchdowns <br>One 2 point conversion <br><br>3 sacks<br>5 TFL's <br>15 total tackles <br>2 fumble recoveries<br><br>Moving on to the state Semi Finals!<a href="https://twitter.com/BGMarauderFball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BGMarauderFball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PaFootballNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PaFootballNews</a> <a href="https://t.co/Q3vw4XLV9q">https://t.co/Q3vw4XLV9q</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1591014' first='Jake' last='Kissell'] (@jake_kissell) <a href="https://twitter.com/jake_kissell/status/1861116960907403553?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 25, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"[player_tooltip player_id='1591027' first='Taurean' last='Consiglio'] ","_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":"6'0u0022","_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":"2411","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Bishop Guilfoyle","_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-674c03a02573b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">6'0, 185 pounds. 3.7 GPA. Is a quality basketball player for Bishop Guilfoyle. Consiglio doesn't have tape on Hudl showcasing his skills on the turf, he's likley a prospect focused on being recruited to play basketball as opposed to football. Yet Consiglio has a couple clips on Twitter proving he's a player to keep an eye on at BG. Based on limited clips, it looks like BG can call upon Consiglio to tote the rock, Consiglio came up big in goal-line situations against Westinghouse.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">[player_tooltip player_id='1591027' first='Taurean' last='Consiglio'] 5 yd run, Bishop Guilfoyle 7 Westinghouse 0, 5:45 1st <a href="https://twitter.com/AJWPIAL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AJWPIAL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BGMarauderFball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BGMarauderFball</a> <a href="https://t.co/pqpO3tMGe5">pic.twitter.com/pqpO3tMGe5</a></p>&mdash; Shane Lux (@PFN_Luxy) <a href="https://twitter.com/PFN_Luxy/status/1860386567350550776?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 23, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Connor Okonak","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"190","_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":"Bishop Guilfoyle","_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-674c03a025322"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">6'1, 190 pounds. 3.9 GPA. Plays Small Forward on the Basketball court. Is a Bishop Guilfoyle sophomore who has a few cut-ups on Hudl worth watching.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The names that are going to directly impact this ball game are listed above, yet I'll have my eyes set on 2027 athlete Connor Okonak this coming Thursday afternoon. I'll leave with an idea of if this is a rankable prospect today or in the near future. All of Okonak's production via Hudl come between August and September, unsure if he still holds a prominent role. I'd imagine BG would utilize his skills in some way, especially on defense. I'll learn more on Thursday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- 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":"Carter Boland","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"135","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2441","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Bishop Guilfoyle","_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-674c03a025220"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bishop Guilfoyle will go into this matchup with a capable kicker. Carter Boland, a sophomore who plays varsity soccer and golf, will be deployed to kick field goals and extra points, in the rare occasion that BG doesn't score at the end of drives. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Boland has an extensive on-going Hudl highlight showcasing several extra points, as well as 20-30 yard field goal makes. Boland buries extra-points, launches them outside of the track at times, so I'd imagine Bishop Guilfoyle trusts his leg enough to attempt 30-35 yard fields goals if the situation presents itself. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2ND rolling film today, these were all FIRST tries, also 7/8. Yes, there is wind at my back but they're all down the middle! <a href="https://t.co/5HrCXF2IoD">pic.twitter.com/5HrCXF2IoD</a></p>&mdash; Carter Boland (@Carter_boland08) <a href="https://twitter.com/Carter_boland08/status/1845618945929228309?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1158407"],"_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-674cb25520bf1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">6'0, 200 pounds. 3.92 GPA. Averaged nearly 11 yards per carry, recorded an unreal 57 touchdowns throughout Port Allegany's undefeated run to a State Title game. 3,100 rushing yards, a linebacker tape worth watching too. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bishop Guilfoyle will be expecting a heavy dose of [player_tooltip player_id='1158407' first='Aiden' last='Bliss'] on the ground, a backer who ranks just outside the top 30 at his position among PA juniors. A rank that is obviously going to change, Bliss offers nearly 20 minutes of two-way production via his Hudl. Five touchdown runs against Fort Cherry, this a week after Bliss set the Distirct 9 single season rushing record. The young man deserves all the recognition, accolades, and fanfare accumulated throughout this historic season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Putting Bliss's offensive prowess under a microscope, I can get the full spectrum of Bliss's skills as a runner and return man. Carries balance of a 5'9, 150 pound back at 6'0, 205. Carries great power in his lower body, the two traits standout when plugging in the tape. Bliss's offensive tape is littered with runs ran between the tackles, runs with Bliss following a lead blocker (FB), and finishing runs by barreling through weak backers and DBs. Port Allegany does a phenomenal job blocking up front, a ton of successful gaps created, especially when they utilize a sniffer/H-back to seal off holes at the second-level. Bliss can take direct snaps, he's a bit of a better athlete than his build suggests. Power and strength are his calling card, yet he can house runs in which DBs have the inside track. Reps as a kick return show off these traits as well. Port Allegany is going to live with and by Bliss's efforts. The game plan is likely a simple one, Guilfoyle Academy is going to have to do all they can to clog inside lanes, force Bliss to bounce runs behind the LOS. BG is going to have to rally to the football on each and every play to ensure Bliss doesn't get loose, this kid is a sure bet to run through contact and bruise the first two defenders attempting to tackle him. BG is going to have to account for Bliss at backer on top of all of this. Bliss aligns in a traditional MIKE role for PA. A tape littered with run stuffs begins with Bliss catching three interceptions. As easy as it would be to fit Bliss into a stereotypical back/backer type role, this kid is much more than a bruising body in 1A football. If you don't account for his entire skill set, he's likely to exploit you in one way or another. Excited to watch this kid work in person. He's going to fly up our ranks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Port Allegany didn't go undefeated on their way to Cumberland Valley on the back of one man. [player_tooltip player_id='1158407' first='Aiden' last='Bliss'] cannot produce at a record-breaking pace without the help of a great offensive line unit up front. Port Allegany also has to play respectable defense to make it this far. I am positive there are more names to know repping PA, I could not find much on Hudl to break down outside of Bliss, however. I will learn more about the program post-Title game at the end of the week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2024 offense and special teams Highlights <br>3,180 rushing yards 10.6 ypc 57 tds <br>14-0 <br>State Championship game this week <a href="https://t.co/w8TxPAgDDT">https://t.co/w8TxPAgDDT</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1158407' first='Aiden' last='Bliss'] (@aidenbliss_31) <a href="https://twitter.com/aidenbliss_31/status/1863050041205612675?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 1, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html -->