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Freshman’s to Watch as they Prepare to Move Up for Varsity

Freshman’s to Watch as they Prepare to Move Up for Varsity
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards October 31, 2025 @ 09:57 AM
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Dariyon Summons
Dariyon Summons 5'9" | 142 lbs | DB | 2029
AR
Dereon Holt
Dereon Holt 5'11" | 200 lbs | RB | 2029
AR
Gavin Presley
Gavin Presley 6'0" | 193 lbs | TE | 2029
AR
Chaysen Gordon
Chaysen Gordon 5'10" | 151 lbs | ATH | 2029
AR
Zaryan Dotson
Zaryan Dotson 5'5" | 165 lbs | RB/LB | 2029
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At the end of each regular season, Freshmen move up from Junior High to Varsity. They practice and potentially play for their high school team over the last week or two of the regular season and the playoffs. Here are five prospects who are exciting to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1663245"],"_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-6904ce4acaadd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1663245' first='Dereon' last='Holt'] is a highly talented running back for Conway. He's a strong gap runner with the ability to locate cutback lanes. Holt displays good pre- and post-snap vision, reading the first level, finding and attacking the running lane with good burst. Holt showcases good footwork to navigate and lateral quickness through traffic. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.7 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Dereon__Holt/status/1974313687671583062","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Dereon__Holt/status/1974313687671583062 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1416991"],"_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-6904ce4acab75"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1416991' first='Chaysen' last='Gordon'] is a YAC threat due to his good COD, lateral quickness, balance, and a burst of speed when moving upfield. He's extremely fluid and will be hard to defend at the next level. Gordon can be utilized in sweeps and motions to draw attention or take the top off vertically. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/ChaysenGordon2/status/1964488562071806121","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/ChaysenGordon2/status/1964488562071806121 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1689966"],"_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-6904ce4acabee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1689966' first='Dariyon' last='Summons'] is a young, talented prospect to keep an eye on. He has the talent to play at a high level at the next level. Summons displays solid read and reaction skills, the fluidity to transition effectively, and the ability to stick with his man vertically. He's a strong man-to-man corner. Overall, he plays with a high motor to chase down ball carriers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.4 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DariyonSummons/status/1983009539919384608","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DariyonSummons/status/1983009539919384608 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1510986"],"_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-6904ce4acac75"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1510986' first='Gavin' last='Presley'] is one of the top tight ends in his class at the moment due to his versatility. He can line up at H-Back, inline, and out wide. Presley is a physical tight end with strong hands at the catch point and good body control. This also allows him to win contested catches. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi-Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/GavinPresley1/status/1954553748916777282","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/GavinPresley1/status/1954553748916777282 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1415604"],"_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-6904ce4acaceb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1415604' first='Zaryan' last='Dotson'] is another young running back who could be an impact prospect in high school. He showcases good contact balance and leg drive to break through arm tackles. Dotson also plays with a high motor on the defensive side of the ball, chasing down ball carriers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note - Multi-Position Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/D9211Dotson/status/1969607268783001660","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/D9211Dotson/status/1969607268783001660 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

At the end of each regular season, Freshmen move up from Junior High to Varsity. They practice and potentially play for their high school team over the last week or two of the regular season and the playoffs. Here are five prospects who are exciting to watch.

Dereon Holt

Dereon Holt

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RB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 200
POS RB
CLASS 2029
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Dereon
Holt RB
Class
2029
Height
5'11"
Weight
200
HS
Conway
|
AR
Freshman’s to Watch as they Prepare to Move Up for Varsity
Dereon Holt is a highly talented running back for Conway. He’s a strong gap runner with the ability...
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Dereon Holt

State: Arkansas
School: Conway
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Chaysen Gordon

Chaysen Gordon

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ATH
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 151
POS ATH
CLASS 2029
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Chaysen
Gordon ATH
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
Weight
151
HS
Dumas
|
AR
Freshman’s to Watch as they Prepare to Move Up for Varsity
Chaysen Gordon is a YAC threat due to his good COD, lateral quickness, balance, and a burst of...
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State: Arkansas
School: Dumas
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Dariyon Summons

Dariyon Summons

AR
DB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 142
POS DB
CLASS 2029
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Dariyon
Summons DB
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
Weight
142
HS
Bryant
|
AR
Freshman’s to Watch as they Prepare to Move Up for Varsity
Dariyon Summons is a young, talented prospect to keep an eye on. He has the talent to play...
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Dariyon Summons

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State: Arkansas
School: Bryant
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Gavin Presley

Gavin Presley

AR
TE
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 193
POS TE
CLASS 2029
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Gavin
Presley TE
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
Weight
193
HS
Greenbrier
|
AR
Freshman’s to Watch as they Prepare to Move Up for Varsity
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Gavin Presley

State: Arkansas
School: Greenbrier
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Zaryan Dotson

Zaryan Dotson

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RB/LB
HEIGHT 5'5"
WEIGHT 165
POS RB/LB
CLASS 2029
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Zaryan
Dotson RB/LB
Class
2029
Height
5'5"
Weight
165
HS
Maumelle
|
AR
Freshman’s to Watch as they Prepare to Move Up for Varsity
Zaryan Dotson is another young running back who could be an impact prospect in high school. He showcases...
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Zaryan Dotson

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State: Arkansas
School: Maumelle
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