6A- Region 1: Farmington Phoenix

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2024 record: 5-6</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2025 Key Games:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday, August 15- at Roy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday, August 22- Bountiful </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thursday, October 9- at Syracuse </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wednesday, October 15- at Layton</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Phoenix have a tough September, so they'll need to have a good start to the season and the buffer at the end of the season. If they win all four and win the 50/50 games, they have a good shot at making the postseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2025 Hardest Games:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday, September 5- American Fork</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday, September 12- at Lone Peak</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thursday, September 25- at Fremont</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Friday, October 3- Davis</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These are tough games and if they can somehow find a way to win one of these games, they'll be in good shape.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2025 Outlook:For them to win the region, they'll have to get on a hot streak, just as they did last year. They need to replace a lot of moving parts and for now, it's an incomplete picture but they should make the postseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Key Players:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1645426"],"_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-688d11408a58d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Peterson has made good strides this offseason and those reps are paying off. He'll look to lead Farmington and their new offense. He is best as a dual threat option and use his legs to keep defenses on their heels. He's a power runner and has good size and frame. As a thrower, his processing has improved and his ball placement has also improved. He'll look to put it all together this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1596878"],"_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-688d145d75c24"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dahl will likely see his time next year but he'll be an important part of the room as if there's any stagnation with the offense, he can come in and potentially give them a boost. 2026 will be a much better indication for him, as he'll have a full year with the system and how it operates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1558545"],"_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-688d145d75c81"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Love is primed for a huge season. In limited touches last year, he proved that he was efficient and an explosive back. He has good speed, and shows the quickness to get to the edge and has the lateral agility to make defenders miss in the open field. He brings some physicality to his game and he should be a receiving option as well. Big year ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["904960"],"_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-688d145d75cc8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nielson looks to be the leading target earner. He earned invaluable experience last year and should be a productive part of the offense. He displays good footwork and has good hands, he'll look to be the leading target earner this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["904957"],"_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-688d145d75d07"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Burton is an effective two way player and might be asked to take on a bigger role as a receiver. He was used as a short area target last year and did most of his work as a defensive back. It's a muddy receiver room and they'll need additional help on that side. Burton might give them the juice they need in the receiving room. As a defensive back, he shows great instincts, good quickness and displays good physicality.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["905091"],"_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-688d1a0fb8877"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Taylor can prove to be an important part of the offense as the 1B in the running back roomand an on-ball backer. The RB room loses a lot of production and he can help fill that void this year. He is more of the thumper and will be pivotal in key short yard situations. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["944764"],"_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-688d145d75d44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hunt made the most of his opportunities last year and that should benefit him. He should be a big part of the defensive line unit and be a key cog to stopping the run. He has a good frame to continue to grow into and should get north of 260 lbs with relative ease.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1745411"],"_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-688d145d75d7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Olson will be much needed on the front line as he brings good size and physicality to aide in stopping the run. He does a good job occupying space and advancing his positioning. He'll be key for this defensive line unit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1558554"],"_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-688d184406938"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stevens will be asked to step up and fill some big voids left in the backer room. He showed last year that he was more than capable. He moves well, has good anticipation and the ability to disengage from his blocks. He'll look to be an effective on-ball backer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["872648"],"_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-688d184406981"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fiefia is arguably the best player on the team and will he asked to play both ways this coming season. He is naturally a defensive back where his athleticism can be on full display. He moves well, has good closing and overall speed, makes great plays on the ball, has good anticipation and an eraser on the back end. He can be a cover corner, a thumping safety and even the deep safety. That versatility will be needed as they have a lot of moving parts on defense that haven't been settled on yet. Offensively, his footwork allows him to do well with the ball in his hands and his creativity takes over and he can make defenders miss, he might be the jack of all trades for the Phoenix this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1219558"],"_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-688d1844069c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Beynon has a cannon of a leg and has good accuracy. He can get good air and trajectory on his 50+ field goal attempts and it's a huge weapon in Farmington's back pocket to know that if they can get to the opposing team's 35 yard line, they can walk away with 3 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>That was our look at Farmington.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->