PRZ PA Classic 7v7, Prospects I’m Excited to Watch Work Pt. 2

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1628790"],"_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-67f828434bd6c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Currently ranked as the third-best sophomore back among all Maryland 2027s. Placed four spots outside the Top 50. 5'8, 170 pounds, resides out of Paint Branch HS. Currenlty holds an offer out of Howard University, this after the Fall season ended in 2024. An unsuspecting prospect with a look at his Twitter, surprised he doesn't have a bigger following. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Will represent DimeU this coming weekend. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is what our own Ed O'Brien had to say in a post published a little under a month ago.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bah is a highly productive and elusive running back with an outstanding sophomore season. He rushed for 1,299 yards on 143 carries (9.1 ypc) and 21 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of Bah's best traits is his ability to read blocks and anticipate running lanes. He sets up defenders well and has the patience to let plays develop before he cuts. Bah's highlights show his impressive short-area quickness and his ability to change direction fluidly. While not a power back, Bah keeps his feet moving through contact. He consistently breaks tackles and maintains balance after initial hits.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Of course, speed is at the top of the list regarding his strengths. Bah accelerates to top speed, allowing him to hit the hole fast and separate from defenders at the second level. I saw him at a 7v7 a couple of weeks ago, which solidified my thoughts about him being more than a capable receiver out of the backfield. He's a true homerun hitter with multiple runs of 50-plus yards in his highlights.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From a recruiting standpoint, the only knock on him is his size, which he can't control. However, if we're talking about him at the high school level, his size doesn't mean a thing. Bah produces on the field and will continue to build on this past season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Blessed to receive my first offer Howard university <a href="https://t.co/pdmiTAnVlF">pic.twitter.com/pdmiTAnVlF</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1628790' first='Alijah' last='Bah'] (@alijah_bah958) <a href="https://twitter.com/alijah_bah958/status/1857280186607157650?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 15, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1156024"],"_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-67f828434be2f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Given a Division One grade prior to his call with Stony Brook. Said call ended with Martinez picking up his first scholarship opportunity. 5'11, 180 pounds. 3.2 GPA. Named ACC's offensive MVP of the Fall 2024 season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Will be representing FASSTElite</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what I had to say about Martinez after watching him work in person this past October. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Formerly out of Dieruff HS. 5'11, 185 pounds. 3.4 GPA. Wowed me against Bethlehem Catholic a couple of weeks back, his two-way performance stuck with me despite the loss ACC took. Missed some games due to transfer rules if I'm not mistaken.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>No mid-season tape because of the lack of games played. Has five single-game cut-ups on Hudl. Martinez is going to see a huge jump on our rankings solely based on what I've seen against Dieruff, Emmaus, as well as what I've gathered from my live evaluation against BecaHi. Very very close to a Division One grade, will rank beside other FCS-capable prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Can play both safety positions at ACC, can play corner inside and out, can play wideout, can play running back, is a menace on special teams. An all-around fantastic football player who boasts some of the best awareness and R&amp;R skills I've seen, especially from District 11 kids. Elite run support alley filler from his safety spot. The pursuit angles, the ability to read outside zone runs and come downhill without hesitation. An animal that wants to play with violence and speed. Toughness to play in the box, agility and athleticism to stay with offensive weapons in pass coverage. A back who can score from anywhere on the field, I like his future projection to DB/WR, however. Understands how to manipulate a DB off the LOS, good acceleration skills once he knows he's got a DB beat. Not the most natural route-runner or strider, which is why I think he has a real future at playing FCS ball at DB.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>No matter the projection, this is a kid that deserves more fanfare. Our rankings will relay my updated feelings on the junior playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">After a great conversation with <a href="https://twitter.com/Matt_Oehl13?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Matt_Oehl13</a> I'm truly blessed to receive my first division 1 offer from <a href="https://twitter.com/StonyBrookFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@StonyBrookFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachScottLewis?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachScottLewis</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJakeReic?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJakeReic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AGTG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AGTG</a> <a href="https://t.co/b9kzeSz1PH">pic.twitter.com/b9kzeSz1PH</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1156024' first='Luis' last='Martinez'] (@LuisMartinez8_) <a href="https://twitter.com/LuisMartinez8_/status/1910085765150679454?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["940944"],"_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-67f828434bf19"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">5'8, 185 pounds. 3.55 GPA. Currently ranked modestly among 2026 PA backs. Looking back at his tape and how Sabastro performed at our most recent PRZ camp, I feel like I might have Sabastro a bit too low. Excited to see what he can do this weekend against fantastic out-of-state competition. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sabastro will be representing Grove 7v7</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a quick excerpt from notes after watching Owen J. Roberts and Avon Grove compete on a Friday night last year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>The game was out of reach early into it, yet Avon Grove's&nbsp;</em><em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='940944' first='Jose' last='Sabastro']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/jose-sabastro/"><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong></a><a></a></em><em>&nbsp;was able to leave a mark in this one. Owen J. Roberts flocked to the football and made sure any splash plays were shut down quickly. Sabastro was a good outlet for Hoogerwerff, catching three balls near the LOS. Sabastro also racked up a respectable 30-40 yards on the ground. Sabastro looked solid when given a chance.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Junior Season Highlights<a href="https://t.co/pwHUsrXxPy">https://t.co/pwHUsrXxPy</a><a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJCoffey?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJCoffey</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/avon_groveFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@avon_groveFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PRZPAvic?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZPAvic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/EdOBrienCFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EdOBrienCFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PAPrepsRivals?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PAPrepsRivals</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PaFootballNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PaFootballNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/JordanSaivon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JordanSaivon</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachRenoYale?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachRenoYale</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachirishodea?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachirishodea</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Crim_Recruiting?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Crim_Recruiting</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach__Trox?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach__Trox</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteShinnick?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PeteShinnick</a> <a href="https://t.co/61uP1Tod5u">pic.twitter.com/61uP1Tod5u</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='940944' first='Jose' last='Sabastro'] III | 2026 | RB (@jose_sabastro18) <a href="https://twitter.com/jose_sabastro18/status/1854662997039325474?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":["205508"],"_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-67f828434bfe2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ran for nearly 500 yards as a sophomore over at Pope John XXIII. A name and face I'm all too familiar with, as I've watched Gialanella perform several times at NY/NJ camps over the years. Excited to see him in a different setting. 5'8, 180 pounds. 3.95 GPA. Ranked as a top five back among Jersey 2027's, high praise. Currently unoffered. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gialanella will be representing Hail Mary Football Academy this weekend. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is what was said about Gialanella in a post-camp piece written by NJ lead Brendan Mankarious. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>There are not too many backs that can move like&nbsp;</em><em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='205508' first='Luke' last='Gialanella']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/luke-gialanella/"><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong></a><a></a></em><em>&nbsp;can. Smooth like melted butter, he moves better than he typically times when tested. Gialanella absolutely kills linebackers with sharp-cutting routes. That aside, this prospect seems as though he is an outright good football player. Gialanella adjusts to balls thrown behind him and ahead of him with effortlessly, with advance proficiency. With&nbsp;</em><em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='344220' first='Tylik' last='Hill']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/tylik-hill/"><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong></a><a></a></em><em>&nbsp;graduating, it will be awesome to see what Gialanella get more run at Pope John in the fall.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sophomore Season Highlights!<br><br>13 Games Played <br>82 Rushing Attempts <br>470 Rushing Yards<br>7 Touchdowns <br>5.7 Yards Per Carry<a href="https://twitter.com/PopeJohnLionsFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PopeJohnLionsFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachGaston_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachGaston_</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachBrianGibbs?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachBrianGibbs</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneNJ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneNJ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TeamGetBodied?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TeamGetBodied</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/rob_mehr?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@rob_mehr</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BrendanScoutsNJ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrendanScoutsNJ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AlPopsFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AlPopsFootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/LwDGW3Gthc">https://t.co/LwDGW3Gthc</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='205508' first='Luke' last='Gialanella'] (@GialanellaLuke) <a href="https://twitter.com/GialanellaLuke/status/1864847339677999233?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1208805"],"_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-67f828434c0a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A coincidence that Gialanella and Archbishop Stepinac's Jordyn Eaton are on this list beside each other. I recently saw both at a NY/NJ camp back in December, hats off to the guys recruiting kids to our camps, as both are exceedingly talented. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5'11, 193 pounds. 3.5 GPA. Ranked as a top 100 PRZ NY 2026. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Will be representing KingdomWay </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what was said about Eaton in a recent post written by Brendan Mankarious. Eaton won Top Performering honors at our most recent NY event. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There was one particular play that&nbsp;<strong>Jordyn Eaton</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/jordyn-eaton/"><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong></a><a></a>&nbsp;connected on that was it for me. In a demonstration of strong hands and great technique, I saw Eaton snap off the stem of his route suddenly and sharply. From there, he accelerated to gain additional separation over the middle for an easy grab.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/ho1kMsjz2O">https://t.co/ho1kMsjz2O</a><br><br>Unfortunately, my previous page was hacked, so this will be my new permanent page. Thank you to everyone who re-followed me and helped me regain all of my followers.</p>&mdash; Jordyn Eaton (@JordynEaton8) <a href="https://twitter.com/JordynEaton8/status/1865791626968195125?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->