5A- Region 6 Preview: Olympus Titans

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's take a look at Region 6. We'll deep dive into the Olympus Titans. Let's preview their upcoming season!<br><br>2024 record: 7-4</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2025 Key Games:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday, August 15- Cedar Valley<br>Friday, August 22- at East<br>Friday, August 29- at Skyline<br>Friday, September 5- at Park City</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Titans need to start the season 4-0 and take advantage of their non-region games to get a leg up and to make a potential postseason push. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2025 Hardest Games:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday, September 12- Davis<br>Friday, September 26- at Brighton<br>Friday, October 3- Viewmont<br>Wednesday, October 15- at Bountiful</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Titans face some tough games and these four will be the hardest, if they can escape with one win and have a hot start to the season, they should make the postseason and can make a run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2025 Outlook:<br>The Titans should make the postseason, and from there, anything goes. They need a hot start to the season, and if they can get to 4-0, they'll be in a prime spot to not only make the postseason but win the Region. <br><br>Key players:<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1719642"],"_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-687d7be4bf132"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Espersen saw limited action last year, and he is potentially in line for the starting job. He has good size, he does throw a nice intermediate ball, has a good delivery, and when his footwork is good, has good ball placement. He stands tall in the pocket and does a good job of avoiding pressure his way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["872769"],"_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-687d7be4bf1ac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ferran transfers in from Brighton, and he'll be in contention for the starting role. In limited action last year, he flashed potential, and I've seen him a couple of times this offseason, and he throws with good velocity and can zip it in. He does a good job of throwing on the run, and he's set up to take over in 2026, but he might seize the opportunity sooner than that. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1719827"],"_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-687d7be4bf1fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Heugly is the leading returning rusher, and he looks to take on an expanded role. He is a physical runner who shows good patience and contact balance. He has quickness and lateral movement once he gets to the second level to make defenders miss in the open field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1719830"],"_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-687d7be4bf244"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Allred is a candidate to garner a bigger role this upcoming season. He showcases good speed and lateral quickness. He has good vision, has contact balance, and has good overall size. Allred is primed to be a riser with his opportunities this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["718012"],"_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-687d7be4bf28d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Matsumori was limited to three games last season but was a standout as a Sophomore. If he can regain his pre-injury form, he was a defensive back who showed good speed, good hip fluidity to stick to receivers, and has overall good speed. He is someone who helps out in the run game, and he'll bolster an Olympus defense if he can regain his form. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1571370"],"_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-687d7be4bf2d4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ngata is an exciting two-way player who had to sit out for the first half of last season due to transfer rules. Once he was able to suit up, he flashed his potential. He is an excellent mover, has good speed, quick burst, and a great tool set. He shows good footwork and hands as a receiver and has an overall frame to grow into, and his future might be on the defense, but at this time, he's better labeled as an athlete. His tools and traits project him as a big-time Power-Four recruit. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["877014"],"_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-687d7be4bf31f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ngata transfers in from Bingham, and he has a good burst and physicality to his game. He projects as a defensive tackle and will continue to grow into his frame. He should get more playing time with Olympus, and he has the necessary tools to develop and play at the next level. It should be a good year for him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>That concludes our look at Olympus for the upcoming season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->