NPA 14U Dream Team 7v7 Practice: Top Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There were a number of talented rising stars in Murfreesboro on Friday evening as NPA held practice ahead of this weekend's Music City Mayhem tournament. After catching all of the action at Oakland's indoor facility, here's a few prospects that stood out to me on the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1051781"],"_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-69b4dda6f0575"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In the first place spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='1051781' first='Caleb' last='Johnson'], a quarterback/athlete at Oakland Middle School. Johnson was locked in from start to finish, showcasing excellent arm strength and accuracy. I also really liked how Johnson could utilize his footwork and speed off the snap. Another aspect of Johnson's playstyle that caught my attention was his ability to quickly scan the backfield and complete the challenging deep pass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1654341"],"_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-69b4e720720eb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another playmaker to make his presence known was [player_tooltip player_id='1654341' first='Jaxon' last='Hopkins'], a defensive back at Ensworth High School. Hopkins was stellar on both sides of the ball, making some great catches while also locking things down on the defensive end by hauling in the clutch interception. Hopkins has developed very nicely since I last saw him play, showing off great versatility and strength in the backfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1552697"],"_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-69b4dda6f0613"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I was additionally impressed with [player_tooltip player_id='1552697' first='Kevondre' last='Bass'], a defensive back/wide receiver at Oakland High School. Bass was phenomenal at receiver, showcasing excellent speed and strong catching in the backfield. Bass also stood out with his electric speed off the snap and his ability to quickly change direction to get in prime position for the catch. Bass also proved his versatility, proving he can elevate off the ground to make the catch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1594744"],"_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-69b4dda6f0683"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Also catching my attention was [player_tooltip player_id='1594744' first='Alyjah' last='Russell'], a wide receiver at Blackman Middle School. On top of excellent size, Russell impressed me down the stretch with his speed and his ability to consistently make the tough catch. I also really liked how Russell matched up during one-on-ones, using his strength to overpower his opponent. The rising talent out of the Murfreesboro area is definitely worth keeping an eye on next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"KyReese Leavy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030 ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2496","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b4e720722c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another player to establish himself was KyReese Leavy, a linebacker for NPA that played exceptionally well at receiver. Leavy was explosive down the stretch, hauling in a number of impressive deep passes. Leavy also made an extremely impressive catch late in the scrimmage, elevating off the ground to grab the touchdown pass. Leavy is definitely a guy to keep an eye on as he begins his high school football career this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->