3rd and Ten 14u Impressive Player Performances

A team that I went into the weekend not familiar with, 3rd & Ten's 14u unit left a lasting impression after the performance they put on. Going 2-1 on the sunny Saturday afternoon, 3rd & Ten played consistent and on rhythm, showing great chemistry when they needed it the most, and lights out on defense too. While those same results did not bleed into Sunday, there is good reason to believe they will get back in sync and flourish at their next tournament. Here are some of the players that stood out to me on 3rd & Ten's roster from the PA Classic.    Brayden Krapf showed solid command at quarterback all weekend long at the PA Classic. Highlighted by his quick release and ability to consistently find his targets, Brayden was able to dice up defenses with an arsenal of throws. Despite a smaller frame and receivers that struggled at times to create separation, he remained composed in the pocket and delivered catchable balls, keeping the offense on schedule and consistently moving the ball down the field.     A tall, athletic presence that impacted the game on both sides of the ball, Muhammad showed how big of an role he can play in the game throughout the day. He found the end zone late on a busted coverage at receiver during one of their games, and on defense played with discipline at safety, keeping plays in front of him while providing reliable help over the top. Jabari is a jack of all trades and it is clear why he is ranked as the #5 DB coming out of New York.     Michael DeCicco is not your average wide receiver. With an athletic build, Michael has clearly been putting in work at the gym. Michael was a versatile weapon on both sides of the ball for 3rd & Ten. He made a key impact on defense with a pass breakup at corner that resulted in a turnover on downs, and also contributed offensively with a strong sideline catch, showing good body control and awareness. That play Michael made was one of the highlight catches of the day.     Demonstrated strong ability as a short area route runner, Kristian Sanchez consistently creating separation off the line of scrimmage. He showed good effort throughout plays, adjusting well to the football and working to position himself to complete for catches. I was impressed early on in the day with his ability to break away from defender, making it easier for Brayden to toss it to an easy target.

A team that I went into the weekend not familiar with, 3rd & Ten's 14u unit left a lasting impression after the performance they put on. Going 2-1 on the sunny Saturday afternoon, 3rd & Ten played consistent and on rhythm, showing great chemistry when they needed it the most, and lights out on defense too. While those same results did not bleed into Sunday, there is good reason to believe they will get back in sync and flourish at their next tournament. Here are some of the players that stood out to me on 3rd & Ten's roster from the PA Classic.