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<p>Defensive backs had a strong showing, and this group set the tone with how they competed and executed. From physical play at the line to disciplined coverage on the back end, these athletes consistently made things difficult on opposing receivers. Their ability to stay patient, trust their technique, and make plays on the ball stood out throughout the weekend at Broken Arrow fields. Let's go ahead and take a look at these individuals below.</p>
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<p><strong>Kalen Moment - 2028 - OK</strong></p>
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<p>Kalen was an aggressive defensive back who played with solid technique throughout the day. He broke well on the ball and was physical at the line, doing a great job re-routing receivers. He also showed strong eye discipline all day, trusting route combinations and not chasing unnecessary receivers out of his zone.</p>
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<p><strong>Jeffrey Falen - 2028 - OK</strong></p>
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<p>Jeffrey played with good technique, showing a fluid backpedal and strong footwork while getting in and out of his breaks without losing speed. He recorded multiple pass breakups and displayed great patience in coverage, consistently mirroring receivers and staying in phase. His football IQ stood out, with a clear understanding of route concepts throughout the day.</p>
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<p><strong>Ace Cherry - 2029 - OK</strong></p>
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<p>Ace plays with a loaded Sooner 7 team that a lot of different skill players on the team. Ace showed strong technique throughout the day, breaking quickly on the ball and displaying good change of direction without losing balance. He kept his eyes in the right place, didn't bite on double moves, and maintained proper spacing to limit separation. A disciplined defensive back who consistently stayed in control.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2106201' first='Tavin' last='Ware'] - 2029 - OK</strong></p>
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<p>Here is another talented player with Sooner 7. Tavin played with solid technique throughout the day, breaking up several passes thrown his way. He moves well with good footwork and shows a smooth, fluid backpedal without stiffness. His transitions from pedal to break are quick, and he stays patient in coverage, handling both speed and quickness effectively.</p>
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<p><strong>Dequedence Polk - 2029 - TX</strong></p>
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<p>This is a talented individual that I was able to watch compete with C4 seven on seven team. Dequedence played safety and attacked each rep and is a competitor. He made several plays on the backend and was athletic enough to cover his side of the field. He is someone that has zone awareness and has an understanding of spacing. Dequedence showed good footwork and a good football IQ all while understanding passing concepts thrown his way. </p>
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Defensive backs had a strong showing, and this group set the tone with how they competed and executed. From physical play at the line to disciplined coverage on the back end, these athletes consistently made things difficult on opposing receivers. Their ability to stay patient, trust their technique, and make plays on the ball stood out throughout the weekend at Broken Arrow fields. Let's go ahead and take a look at these individuals below.
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