RB Report: 2029 Catholic League Ball Carriers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2029 Rankings are upon us, and with the next wave of prospects starting to shine across the state, we start our first look at the next Ball Carriers, from across New York. While it is too early to evaluate a majority of prospects, we will take a Quick Look, and list some Pro's, and some areas the prospects should look to work on as they progress through the High School Level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While NY has had their Stock Up Showcase, many other states still have showcases. If you want to attend, use this code <strong>LemerWinterPRZ</strong>, for a few dollars off your registration.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Want to stay updated with the latest news and articles from Prep Redzone NY? Follow me on Twitter <strong><a href="https://x.com/PRZcory">PrzCory</a></strong> so you never miss a beat!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1679046"],"_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-6962c2d68c4d1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Spence plays for Archbishop Stepinac, and standing at 5'6" 155-Pounds, displaying a solid build for a RB. I want to see him reach the 180-Pound mark throughout High School to help fill out his build. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Film on Spence is limited, but I did manage to find film of his 8th Grade Season. While this film is old, we will be taking a look at it for this article. Spence displays excellent footwork, and can slow plays down at the LOS. He showcases the ability to make sharp cuts, and move the ball upfield. He can attack the ground on each rep, and reaches his top speed with ease. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Archbishop Stepinac has a good history of solid ball carriers, and Spence has all the makings of the next best back to hail from the Crusaders. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16858265/68384c10c717b9ef0ba71046' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6962c2d68c85a"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1639401"],"_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-6962c2d68c8e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Iona Prep will lose Crew Davis after an electric career. While there is tons of depth on the Gaels roster, looking at Freshman [player_tooltip player_id='1639401' first='Tye' last='Harris'], there is a lot to like. Standing at 5'8" 170-Pounds, he displays a solid frame for the RB position. I want to see him continue to fill out his frame as he continues to grow throughout High School.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Film on Harris was not seen, but I did attend a few JV, and Freshman games this season, where he displayed excellent footwork, along with a quick burst while reaching the second level. Harris can easily be the next best back to hail from Iona Prep. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1671768"],"_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-6962c2d68c95c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tavares played JV for Monsignor Martin as a Freshman, and with the graduation of Kevin Gumb Jr, a new star RB will be needed for the Lions. Standing at 5'11" 170-Pounds, Tavares displays a solid build for a RB, and can look to continue filling out his frame as he grows. I see him at 6'1" 200-Pounds. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tavares was electric as a returner this season for the Lions, and displayed outstanding speed, along with good footwork. Tavares was used across the field, including reps, as a Safety and a RB. Tavares can play on both sides of the ball, and displays good footwork, a high IQ, and the ability to make sharp cuts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/22305291/6934ef50ea0d31db03935956' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6962c2d68c998"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->