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<p>MADE 14U rolled into Buckeye Blitz with a group that was hard to ignore.</p>
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<p>This was a team filled with young athletes who played with confidence, competed on both sides of the ball, and showed the kind of raw talent that makes you want to keep watching as they grow. From the secondary to the outside, from quarterback play to two-way impact athletes, MADE had several young prospects who looked like they belonged on the radar moving forward.</p>
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<p>What stood out most about this group was the versatility. They had kids who could cover, make plays in space, win contested situations, and step up in key moments. For a 14U squad, there was a lot to like.</p>
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<p><strong>Braylen Burnette (2030) | ATH/S</strong></p>
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<p>Braylen Burnette was one of the more impressive defensive athletes in the group and showed why he is a name worth tracking in the 2030 class. He stood out most on the back end, where he played with good instincts and did a strong job locking things down at safety. Burnette plays with the kind of tenacity you like to see from young defenders. He was active, athletic, and looked comfortable making plays in space. What makes him even more intriguing is that he can also help on the offensive side of the ball, giving him legitimate two-way value. When a young athlete can impact the game in multiple phases while already showing defensive upside, that is a very good sign.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1727763' first='Dominic' last='Kenney'] (2030) | WR | Delaware Hayes</strong></p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1727763' first='Dominic' last='Kenney'] looked the part of a true outside wide receiver and brought one of the more intriguing frames on the team. The Delaware Hayes product has a big-bodied build, strong hands, and the kind of physical traits you want to see in an X receiver at a young age. He does a nice job using his size and athleticism to create advantages, and he can go up and make plays over the top. Kenney is physically imposing for his age and already flashes a lot of upside as a pass catcher. As he continues to polish his game, he has the tools to become a very tough matchup on the perimeter.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2133584' first='Javier' last='Brown'] (2030) | ATH</strong></p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2133584' first='Javier' last='Brown'] was another athlete who made his presence felt throughout the weekend. He is the type of all-around player every youth team loves to have because he can give you impact on both sides of the ball. Brown showed good hands, solid football IQ, and the versatility to do a little bit of everything. He played the game with a natural feel and consistently found ways to contribute. For a young prospect, that complete skill set stands out. He is one of those players who may not be boxed into a single role because his overall athleticism and instincts make him productive in multiple spots.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2090717' first='Brooks' last='Wilmink'] (2030) | QB</strong></p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2090717' first='Brooks' last='Wilmink'] gave MADE quality quarterback play and looked like one of the more poised young signal callers in attendance. What stood out most was his timing and ability to put the ball where it needed to be. For a young quarterback, that kind of consistency matters, and Wilmink showed a strong feel for operating the offense. He played on time, delivered catchable footballs, and showed athletic ability that adds to his long-term upside. There was a lot to like about his style and presence. He looked comfortable leading the group and showed flashes of being a quarterback who can continue to develop into a very good one as he gets older.</p>
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<p><strong>Final Takeaway</strong></p>
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<p>MADE 14U may not have left the weekend as the headliner of the event, but they absolutely left with several young prospects worth knowing. This group had athleticism, versatility, and upside across the board, and that is exactly what evaluators want to see at this stage.</p>
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<p>Burnette brought two-way toughness and defensive upside. Kenney flashed as a big-bodied receiver with real long-term potential. Brown showed he can impact the game in multiple ways. Wilmink gave the team a steady presence at quarterback.</p>
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<p>The future looks bright for this MADE 14U group, and these names should continue to gain attention.</p>
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MADE 14U rolled into Buckeye Blitz with a group that was hard to ignore.
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