Week 1 Recap: Notable Standout Series

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tae'Sean Robinson | WR | 2026 | Sumner</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Robinson set the tone in Sumner's opener against Bartram Trail, hauling in 7 catches for 161 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was the go-to playmaker all night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kevonte Corbin | ATH | 2026 | TVC</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Corbin was everywhere. A touchdown catch, a punt block, an interception, and a forced fumble — the definition of an impact player on both sides of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='845236' first='Bryce' last='Backus'] | ATH | 2026 | Mitchell</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Backus made plays in every phase. He finished with 4 catches for 86 yards and a touchdown, then added 4 tackles and a forced fumble before the night was done.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Myrone Jean | DB | 2026 | Lake Wales</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A real slept on defensive back piece on a talented Lake Wales team. Impressive pick 6s to start the season has him as a notable Polk riser to know.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Zyrell Thomas | ATH | 2026 | SFC</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thomas continues to prove why he's one of Polk County's most dynamic athletes. He's tracking toward a 1,000–1,000 season, adding an interception to his Week 1 stat line. (Should've been two, but the refs took one away.)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1684063' first='Jamari' last='Ward'] | ATH | 2027 | Boca Ciega</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ward put up 5 catches for 105 yards and 2 scores, plus chipped in 2 tackles and an interception on defense. A true all-around weapon for Boca Ciega.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Yorel Stewart | WR | 2026 | SPC</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Reliable and efficient — Stewart grabbed 3 passes for 83 yards and 2 touchdowns to help SPC secure a strong opening win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TJ McCormick | RB | 2027 | MDCA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The small-school standout ran wild in a 56-36 victory, carrying the ball 9 times for 224 yards and 4 touchdowns. Big-time production.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brody Davis | OL | 2027 | SFC</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The tape speaks for itself. Davis piled up highlight blocks and pancakes all game, setting the tone in the trenches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='689616' first='Frankie' last='Lastinger'] | OL/DL | 2027 | Fort Meade</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lastinger plays with toughness that jumps off the field. He posted 5 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, and a fumble recovery, dominating at the line for the Miners.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Donmari Earby | ATH | 2028 | VCA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2028 playmaker continues to shine. Earby caught 5 passes for 96 yards and 2 touchdowns, showing early signs of being a future go-to option.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->