PRZNY Team Previews: Maryvale Flyers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Last Season (5-4)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maryvale had a lot of expectations heading into 2024 but injuries to their backfield forced the Flyers to throw more often than they would have, causing their offense to be one dimensional. However, with all 5 of their wins coming against divisional opponents, they were able to squeak into the playoffs as the #8 seed where they would fall in the first round to Pioneer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Prospect</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1242404"],"_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-688c1a7a2bb2c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hill struggled to stay healthy in his junior year but he is one of the top prospects in all of WNY. A RB/LB combo that is getting D-I recognition at both positions, Isaiah is a strong physical specimen with a quick burst. He will be counted on for Maryvale to have success this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Three X-Factors</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1266848"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-688c1a7a2bbeb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I was unable to find tape on DeSantis from his sophomore season but he showed enough skill as a freshman to be considered one of Maryvale's X factors. Louis is a three sport athlete that moves well and has good footwork.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1649189"],"_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-688c1a7a2bc65"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mendez had a breakout sophomore season leading the Flyers in Sacks. He is a speedy EDGE rusher with a solid wingspan. Jeremiah is quick off the ball and makes solid plays in the backfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1364003"],"_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-688c1a7a2bcdf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Daley is a two way stud at WR and DB. He is versatile enough to lineup anywhere on the field and can make plays with great range. He should gain some collegiate recognition going into his second varsity season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakout Player</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1667258"],"_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-688c1a7a2bd55"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Finnegan is set to make his varsity debut as a sophomore. His JV tape from 2024 was exceptional and he looks to make an impact right away. Connor can beat teams with his legs as well as his arm and may also see time at Safety.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Names to Know</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Position</strong></td><td><strong>Player</strong></td><td><strong>Class</strong></td><td><strong>Notes</strong></td></tr><tr><td>DB</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1743157' first='Sadiq' last='Qayel']</td><td>2026</td><td>Aggressive playmaker that led the Flyers in INTs last season</td></tr><tr><td>DB</td><td>Carter Woods</td><td>2026</td><td>A LB/S Hybrid with good range</td></tr><tr><td>ATH</td><td>James Redd Jr</td><td>2027</td><td>Shutdown CB who also had an exceptional season as a WR last year with 5 TDs</td></tr><tr><td>OL/DL</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1248840' first='Jayden' last='Cookfair']</td><td>2028</td><td>Big Body sophomore that blocks to the whistle and has quick hands</td></tr><tr><td>OL/DL</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1709934' first='Logan' last='Gretch']</td><td>2028</td><td>Stout interior lineman that seals his blocks well - Started at Center as a freshman and played extremely well</td></tr><tr><td>DB</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1672660' first='Chase' last='Fleischer']</td><td>2028</td><td>Young player that will need more varsity experience but could be a name to watch</td></tr><tr><td>ATH</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1513369' first='Dominic' last='Daly']</td><td>2027</td><td>Dynamic two way player that had a modest impact as a sophomore - His workload should increase in 2025</td></tr><tr><td>DB</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1707467' first='Larry' last='Anderson']</td><td>2026</td><td>A tall, lanky CB with good range that made his varsity debut last season</td></tr><tr><td>ATH</td><td>Niko Carter Jr</td><td>2029</td><td>WR/DB Combo (Incoming freshman) - Will start the season on JV but could be pushed as the season goes along</td></tr><tr><td>ATH</td><td>Cordero Staley</td><td>2028</td><td>A quick shifty RB/DE that is coming up from JV</td></tr><tr><td>WR</td><td>Eric Hayes</td><td>2026</td><td>Explosive slot WR that led Maryvale in receiving in 2024</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Losses</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Position</strong></td><td><strong>Player</strong></td><td><strong>School</strong></td></tr><tr><td>RB</td><td>Brayden Tryon</td><td>Baldwin Wallace</td></tr><tr><td>LB</td><td>Avery Cruz</td><td>Buffalo State</td></tr><tr><td>QB</td><td>Jaxsyn Moritz</td><td>Erie Community College</td></tr><tr><td>ATH</td><td>Noah Irby</td><td>Erie Community College</td></tr><tr><td>OL</td><td>Yianni Moore</td><td>Erie Community College</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Schedule</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1748459,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/08/Maryvale-2025-Schedule.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1748459" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: X</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Current Head Coach: Nick Todaro (Entering his 6th season)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maryvale begins the season at home against perennial powerhouse, South Park. Their toughest stretch will be October 3rd on the road at Iroquois and October 9th when they host the new look, Lackawanna Steelers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maryvale did lose a couple of key pieces from last season but a lot of their contributors were sophomores and juniors. So, we can expect some good things from the Flyers this year and they will be back in the hunt for a Class B championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->