PRZ Route 66 Classic – 12U – Skill Players From the Notebook

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mark Moore III - DB - Strongside KC (MO) </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mark Moore III is a long, athletic safety who covers a lot of ground on the back end for his team Strongside KC out of Missouri. He breaks well on the ball and does a great job protecting his zone, not allowing much to be completed in his area. A strong presence defensively who consistently shut things down over the top. Mark was one of the better secondary players that I was able to put eyes on for Saturday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Gavyn Mitchem - QB - Empire (MO)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He showed good ball placement and was effective on the move, rolling out and hitting receivers in stride without disrupting timing. He kept the offense in rhythm throughout the day. On defense, he also displayed solid cover skills and good footwork, showing versatility on both sides of the ball. I liked Gavyn's skills on both sides of the ball and what he could do overall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Phoenix Fuentes - DB - Empire (MO)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A physical defensive back who disrupted receivers at the line and rarely gave up clean releases. When he did, he quickly recovered to stay in the receiver's hip pocket. He showed good hip fluidity and used his hands well to feel and stay connected throughout the route. I liked Phoenix overall especially with his presence out at corner.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Truston Collins - WR/DB - Arkansas Diamond Boyz (AR)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Truston with the Arkansas Diamond Boyz is a versatile athlete who impacts the game on both sides of the ball. He high-points the football well with strong hands and is a legitimate deep threat at wide receiver. Defensively, he shows good footwork and DB skills, breaking on the ball with confidence and not playing flat-footed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Baylon Lawson - WR - Railroad Boys 27:17 (MO)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One player who really stood out from the Railroad Boys at wide receiver is Braylon. He has a big frame and uses his size well. He works the middle of the field effectively, runs crisp, quick routes, and is a reliable red zone target. He does a great job using his body to shield defenders and make plays in traffic.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->