Skill Players making a name on the 7v7 circuit

Prep Red Zone held its South Carolina 7v7 Tournament in Rock Hill this month. This article will feature some New England players that made a splash.   <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />    [player_tooltip player_id='545977' first='Jordan' last='Toribio'] was one of the most consistent and explosive skill players on the field across the Rock Hill 7v7. Operating primarily from the slot and outside in spread sets, he repeatedly won with route precision, body control, and suddenness in space. While the event is 7-on-7 and pass-heavy, Toribio's skill set translated perfectly to what college coaches look for in modern spread and RPO offenses: a twitchy, reliable separator who creates mismatches in the short-to-intermediate areas and can stretch the field vertically when needed. Toribio showed a clean, explosive release off the line and at the top of routes. He runs extremely smooth, rounded routes with very little wasted motion—no false steps, no drifting. His ability to stem defenders, sink hips, and accelerate out of breaks was evident on every snap. He displayed a legitimate second-gear burst when the ball was in the air or after the catch.   His football intelligence stood out—he found soft spots in zone coverage and sat down quickly, giving quarterbacks easy windows. He has excellent hands and body control. Toribio tracks the deep ball extremely well over both shoulders and showed the ability to adjust to off-target throws without slowing down. [player_tooltip player_id='545977' first='Jordan' last='Toribio'] was a standout at the Prep Red Zone Rock Hill 7v7. He didn't just participate—he dictated the tempo of several games with his precision and burst. College coaches looking for a polished, high-IQ receiver who wins with technique and suddenness should have Toribio on their spring and summer camp lists immediately. Expect his recruitment to accelerate quickly once more film from this spring surfaces.       Sullivan consistently stood out as a difference-maker on both sides of the ball. His combination of football IQ, body control, and competitive toughness made him a focal point for every opposing defensive and offensive coordinator. Sullivan's route-running was elite for his frame. He ran sharp, crisp routes with excellent footwork at the top of routes, creating instant separation even against high-level coverage. Whether running slants, outs, or deep digs, he showed the ability to throttle down and accelerate out of breaks without telegraphing. His release off the line was quick and decisive — a true “get-off” that allowed him to beat press coverage immediately and get into his route stem cleanly. Once the ball was in the air, Sullivan attacked it with aggression, high-pointing throws and showing strong hands to secure catches in traffic. He was versatile across multiple offensive packages: slot alignments, outside receiver sets, and even some motion work. Coaches saw him win in every phase — short, intermediate, and deep. In 7v7 settings where timing and chemistry are critical, Sullivan's consistency gave his quarterbacks an extremely trustworthy target.   On the defensive side, Sullivan was a true ballhawk. His instincts in zone coverage and man-to-man were outstanding. He mirrored receivers through their entire route, rarely losing leverage or getting caught flat-footed. What separated him was his closing speed and ability to cover ground quickly — he routinely closed large windows on underneath throws and deep balls alike. His range allowed him to play multiple defensive back spots (outside corner, nickel, and even some safety help) without sacrificing effectiveness. He is not a burner in the traditional sense, but his short-area quickness and acceleration make him extremely difficult to cover in space. His football character and competitiveness were evident — he played every snap with intensity and was vocal in helping teammates with adjustments. Sullivan left Rock Hill with momentum. Keep eyes on him this spring and summer — he is ready to make noise at the next level.     [player_tooltip player_id='1549733' first='Sargent' last='Chizmadia'] was one of the most productive and consistent skill players on the field at the Prep Red Zone Rock Hill 7v7 tournament. While undersized by traditional standards, Chizmadia played with a level of quickness, shiftiness, and football intelligence that repeatedly forced defensive coordinators to adjust coverage schemes mid-series. Chizmadia's game is built on suddenness. He consistently won off the line with explosive short-area quickness and used subtle hip fakes and shoulder dips to create immediate separation in the slot and on the outside. Defenders struggled to mirror him through the first three steps, allowing him to get to his spots cleanly on quick-game concepts and option routes. What stood out most was his ability to make tough catches in traffic and on the boundary. Whether contested in the middle of the field or high-pointing fades near the sideline, Chizmadia showed excellent body control and strong, reliable hands. He attacked the ball at its highest point and secured it through contact, rarely letting defenders disrupt the catch. Multiple times during the event he turned what looked like routine throws into highlight-reel grabs by adjusting to slightly off-target balls without losing stride.   Chizmadia routinely found soft spots in zone coverage, worked back to the quarterback when plays broke down, and showed natural awareness of sideline and end-line boundaries. That combination of awareness and body control allowed him to stay in-bounds and keep his feet alive after the catch, turning modest gains into first downs. Versatility was another major plus. He aligned in the slot, outside, and even motioned across formations, and he handled every assignment with the same efficiency. [player_tooltip player_id='1549733' first='Sargent' last='Chizmadia'] may not be the tallest or heaviest receiver at the next level, but his production at the Rock Hill 7v7 proved he doesn't need to be. He plays with the suddenness, toughness, and football IQ that translate directly to the college game.     [player_tooltip player_id='2152992' first='Kyler' last='Simpson'] was one of the most consistent and physical defenders on the field throughout the Prep Red Zone Rock Hill 7v7 Tournament. In a format that rewards quick-twitch athletes who can mirror receivers in space while still playing downhill in the run game, Simpson's blend of size, explosiveness, and football IQ stood out immediately. He played every snap with high effort, rarely getting caught out of position, and emerged as a clear leader on his squad's defensive unit. At 200 lbs with a compact, powerful build, Simpson played with a physical edge that translated perfectly to 7v7. He delivered legal contact at the catch point, jamming receivers off their stems and finishing tackles in space. He was rarely pushed around, even against bigger slot targets.   Simpson displayed excellent field vision. He routinely diagnosed route combinations pre-snap, adjusted his alignment accordingly, and broke on the football with anticipation rather than pure reaction. His ability to read the quarterback's eyes and body language allowed him to undercut several routes and create turnovers or near-interceptions throughout the day. One of Simpson's most coachable traits was his constant communication. He was vocal pre-snap, making adjustments for his teammates and ensuring the secondary stayed on the same page against motion and shifts. College coaches will love this – he played like a coach on the field, calming the unit during critical third-down situations. [player_tooltip player_id='2152992' first='Kyler' last='Simpson'] left Rock Hill with momentum. He proved he can compete against the best skill athletes in the Southeast while playing with the physicality and intelligence that college defensive coordinators covet.     [player_tooltip player_id='1664497' first='Alton' last='Hoilett'] turned heads all weekend at the Prep Red Zone Rock Hill 7v7, emerging as one of the most consistent and instinctive defensive backs on the field. Hoilett's skill set translated perfectly: quickness in short areas, precise mirroring, and the ability to win at the catch point without sacrificing position. Hoilett's feet were constantly churning. He mirrored receivers through stems with zero wasted steps, staying glued in man coverage even against twitchy slot receivers. He consistently broke downhill on in-breaking routes and underneath throws, arriving at the catch point at the exact moment the ball did. Multiple forced incompletions and a couple of turnovers directly resulted from his anticipation and burst. Hoilett was equally comfortable in man and zone. On the boundary he locked down the outside release; in deep thirds he patrolled the hash-to-sideline with smooth transitions and excellent range. He never looked overmatched when asked to carry vertical routes or squeeze crossers in quarters coverage.   Several times he turned to locate the ball in the air, then used his body to separate receiver from target without drawing flags. Hoilett is lean and wired with twitch. He plays bigger than his listed size because of how well he uses his hands and leverage. Speed in the 7v7 setting looked more than adequate for the next level; he showed no hesitation closing on the ball or recovering when a receiver tried to stack him. [player_tooltip player_id='1664497' first='Alton' last='Hoilett'] is a high-floor, high-ceiling defensive back who checks every box college coaches want in a modern boundary corner or nickel: mirror ability, route recognition, ball production, and coverage versatility. He has the tools to contribute immediately in a zone-heavy scheme and the competitive toughness to develop into a starter in man-press systems.

Prep Red Zone held its South Carolina 7v7 Tournament in Rock Hill this month. This article will feature some New England players that made a splash.