12U Top Performers: Bash in the Boomer State | QB’s/ATH’s

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Over the weekend 12U talent showed up to compete for the trophy and these young players came ready to claim the prize. These are the Top Performers who impressed throughout the two days of competition. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1656809,"width":"249px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/04/IMG_5653.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1656809" style="width:249px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Avery Bradford | Quarterback | THE MACHINE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Polished mechanics</strong> with consistent footwork and throwing motion</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Displayed full command</strong> of the route tree; capable of making every throw</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Excellent anticipation</strong>, consistently throwing receivers open even under tight coverage</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><strong>-Quick processor</strong>, read defensive coverages with speed and confidence</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1656818,"width":"252px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/04/IMG_5837.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1656818" style="width:252px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Maddox Huxtable | Athlete | 918 Smoke</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Elite agility</strong>, explosive change of direction with minimal wasted motion</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><strong>-Exceptional balance</strong>, even through contact or while breaking on the ball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Top-tier ball skills</strong>, consistently attacking the catch point</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Natural instincts</strong>, quick to read and react, always around the football</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1656828,"width":"249px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/04/IMG_5840.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1656828" style="width:249px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bernard Washing Jr. | Athlete | Sooner7</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Relentlessly competitive</strong>, brought energy and effort every snap</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>—<strong>Physical at the catch point</strong>, played bigger than his frame</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Quick, active feet</strong>, allowed him to stay in-phase and mirror effectively</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>—<strong>Solid ball skills</strong>, showed confidence attacking the ball in the air on both phases</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1656834,"width":"252px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/04/IMG_5654.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1656834" style="width:252px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hudson Dvoracek | Athlete | THE MACHINE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Insanely talented</strong> on both sides of the ball. true impact player</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>High football IQ</strong> with a natural feel for the game's flow and spacing</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Dangerous after the catch</strong>, consistently added yards with vision and burst</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Elite body control</strong>, especially when adjusting to the ball mid-air</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Disciplined route runner</strong> with strong hand-eye coordination and smooth releases</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1656842,"width":"249px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/04/IMG_5841.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1656842" style="width:249px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cadrain Johnson | Quarterback | SHOWTIME ELITE Green</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p><strong>-Tall, strong-armed signal caller</strong> with physical tools that stand out</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Comfortable on the move</strong>, executed rollouts and bootlegs with poise</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Showed velocity</strong> on tight-window throws, able to zip it into traffic</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p>-<strong>Flashed mental toughness</strong> in the pocket and confidence in his ability</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->