2024 Review: Portland Interscholastic League

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Portland Interscholastic League (PIL) is renowned for its spirited brand of football and energetic rivalries, with teams that bring plenty of excitement under the Friday night lights. However, once the playoffs roll around, most PIL squads tend to face an uphill battle when matched up against more profound, more dominant conferences. As we explore this season's highs, lows, and standout players within the PIL, we'll reflect on the elements that make the league so enjoyable to watch—and consider what steps teams might take to find greater success in postseason play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1. Ida B. Wells Guardians (7-3) Lost in Round 1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 7 - Manhandled Lincoln 46-16 to ensure conference title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 - Tough matchup against Central Catholic, losing 14-38.</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":["511865"],"_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-677f23e7911e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Andler wrapped up an incredible high school career for the Guardians and was a main reason they were able to win back-to-back conference titles. Andler will be missed next season as the Guardians look to go for the three-peat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1366291"],"_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-677f23e791260"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reid, who made the conference second team at the quarterback position, was a perfect guy for the Guardians to have under center this season. He made plays in the air and with his legs and should be playing football at the next level somewhere.</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":["1125048"],"_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-677f23e7912a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hamzaoui is an exciting prospect for the Guardians to have in their program. He has excellent size and athleticism, and if he can put it all together on the field, we could be looking at a legit college recruit.</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='511865' first='Wyatt' last='Andler'] </strong>- Holds two D3 offers from Lewis &amp; Clark (OR) and Willamette.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1366291' first='Spencer' last='Reid'] </strong>- Also holds two D3 offers from Lewis &amp; Clark (OR) and Willamette.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> The Guardians have been a program on the rise recently and should continue, but they are graduating a lot of all-conference seniors. The PIL title is far from a lock next year, but they have a good chance to three-peat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2. Lincoln Cardinals (6-4) Lost in Alternate Bracket Round 1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 8 - Massive win over Jefferson on the road 29-28 to ensure second place in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 (Alt.) - Ran into a tough TRL team in Tigard, losing 12-31.</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":["904424"],"_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-677f23e7912f2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Holland has been a big part of the Lincoln program for years now, and he ended his career with a relatively successful senior season. They would have enjoyed a PIL title more, but Holland was able to dominate in the trenches and prove he was ready for the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["531318"],"_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-677f23e79134c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reverman is a true athlete on the field and can play all over the place, wherever his team needs him. He has nice size and athleticism and was essential to the Cardinals' success. I am excited to see where he decides to play college ball.</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":["936846"],"_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-677f23e79138f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Correani is a kid I am very high on out of the PIL as he has all the tools to succeed. He has a nice compact frame and the athleticism to excel at the high school level. Correani still has two more years left of high school football, and I cannot wait to watch him develop.</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='904424' first='Brady' last='Holland'] </strong>- Holds offers from Air Force (D1), Western Oregon (D2), Lewis &amp; Clark (D3), and Puget Sound (D3). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='531318' first='AJ' last='Reverman'] </strong>- Holds D3 offers from Lewis &amp; Clark (OR) and Pacific (OR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> The Cardinals will miss their seniors, but they have some young talent that could help take them to that next level and win a conference title. I am confident the Cardinals will be as good, if not better, next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3. Roosevelt Roughriders (4-6) Lost in Alternate Bracket Round 1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 6 - Big 34-7 win over Jefferson to lock up third place in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 (Alt.) - Ran into eventual alternate bracket champs in North Medford, falling 14-28.</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":["407256"],"_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-677f23e7913d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Takau had a very successful senior year, as he was named the PIL Defensive Player of the Year. He has nice size and athleticism and was able to dominate all season. Without a doubt, he should be playing college football somewhere.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["511863"],"_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-677f23e791417"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Betts is a fun player to watch as he is one of those players that will make something happen if you give him the ball. He is very elusive and has nice vision. He will be tough to replace.</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":["1112394"],"_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-677f23e791459"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Burks was able to earn first-team honors on both sides of the ball at the tight end position and linebacker. He has elite speed and athleticism for his size and is one of the sleepers in the class for me. I am excited to watch him 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>*We are not aware of any offers at the moment.*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> Roosevelt is definitely graduating some talent, but they are also returning some kids that are exciting. I expect them to be towards the top of the conference next year and compete for the conference title.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4. Jefferson Democrats (4-6) Lost in Alternate Bracket Round 1</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 5 - Big 28-19 win over Grant to ensure 4th place in the conference and a spot in the alternate bracket playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 (Alt.) - Rough 0-41 shutout loss to South Medford to end the year.</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":["1216422"],"_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-677f23e79149c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson was such a joy to watch this season, as he took home PIL Offensive Player of the Year for the Demos. He is just a flat-out playmaker on the field and replacing his production will be almost impossible.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1119071"],"_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-677f23e7914de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sternberger is a fun player to watch as he is physical and tenacious. He was an essential piece to the Demos' success; losing him will be tough. He should be playing football at the next level.</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":[1345242],"_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-677f23e79151f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Robinson is an exhilarating player and the Demos' should be ecstatic to have him in the program. As a sophomore, he earned PIL first-team honors and will only get better with time.</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> Jefferson has</span> some talented players coming back, and where they finish next season will depend on their development. I believe they will be trending towards the top of the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5. Grant Generals (3-6)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 3 - Big 9-0 win over Lincoln to gain some momentum.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 8 - 33-20 win over Franklin to ensure fifth 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":["1322035"],"_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-677f23e791562"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hill was a monster on the line this year for the Generals; he is a true disruptor for the opponent. Hill earned first-team PIL honors and should be playing football at the next level somewhere. He has tremendous upside with that size.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1326485"],"_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-677f23e7915a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hoffert is a smooth player to watch and a proper DB, he shows solid instincts and technique on film and is a true luxury to have on a high school team. Hoffert will be tough to replace for the Generals.</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":["709506"],"_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-677f23e7915e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hale is a kid who has the athleticism and frame to blow up. There is a reason we have him ranked as highly as we do. Hale will likely take a more prominent role on offense next season, but he has already proven to be one of the best linebackers in the state. I can't wait to watch him develop.</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='1103487' first='Camari' last='Owens'] </strong>- Holds D3 offers from Lewis &amp; Clark (OR), Pacific (OR), and Puget Sound.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> I expect Grant to finish higher next year in the standings as the young talent coming up will look to take that next step and turn some tough losses into hard-fought wins next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>6. Franklin Lightning (2-7)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 6 - First win of the season, defeating Cleveland 47-28.</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":["974833"],"_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-677f23e79162b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">No player on this list will be more challenging to replace for their team, as Landau was a true difference-maker for the Lightning. Any time you have a D1 kid graduate, replacing them is difficult, but Landau was indeed in a league of his own at Franklin.</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":["1345276"],"_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-677f23e7916ae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Roseborough will have big shoes to fill with Landau graduating, but he is a great player himself. He has a solid frame and athleticism and will be Franklin's go-to receiver 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='974833' first='Cash' last='Landau']</strong> - Signed with Washington State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Siosaia Tuiileila</strong> - Holds a D3 offer from Pacific (OR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="margin: 0px;padding: 0px"><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> Franklin had a D1 prospect on their team and only won two games this year; I, unfor</span>tunately, believe next season may be even more challenging for the Lightning. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>7. McDaniel Mountain Lions (1-8)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 5 - Only win over Cleveland 53-43 to ensure they did not finish 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":["1112354"],"_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-677f23e7916f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Crawford is another kid that falls under the "playmaker" category. Crawford could play anywhere on the field and change the game. He earned PIL first-team honors as a "Utility" player. I am excited to watch him again next season.</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":"Jaydin Jordan","_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":"2410","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"McDaniel","_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-677f23e79179d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jordan was a PIL first-team wide receiver as a junior and deserves to be recognized. He is a fluid route runner that has a nice catch radius and should only improve over the offseason.</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":["402400"],"_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-677f23e7917e5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harral was able to earn second-team linebacker honors in the PIL and will look to be a part of a big program turnaround at McDaniel. I am excited to see his development going into his 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>*We are not aware of any offers at the moment.*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> McDaniel should be a team to worry about for next year as I do believe they are building something over there. They might not be ready to compete for the PIL title, but they should be better next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>8. Cleveland Warriors (1-8)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 1 - Only win of the year at home against Parkrose 30-22.</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_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":"Max Copus","_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":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"170","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2408","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Cleveland","_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-677f23e791875"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Copus was the only player on the team who earned anything higher than honorable mention honors, as he was named to the PIL's second team at the running back position. He was one of the few bright spots for the Warriors and will be tough to replace.</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":["513128"],"_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-677f23e7918bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ribner is a very talented player who transferred from powerhouse Central Catholic right before the season as he lost a close quarterback competition there. They were able to put some points this year with Ribner at the helm. Unfortunately, they could not stop other teams from scoring. I expect Ribner to have an even better senior season.</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> Cleveland is rebuilding and will likely finish in a similar position next year. Let's hope the Warriors program can get back on track soon!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->