Five Prospects To Watch In The Tampa/St. Petersburg Region

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The best thing that we do at <strong><em>Prep Redzone Florida</em></strong> is make sure that we cover every region and prospects at each level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Getting “5-star” talent out there is perhaps the easiest thing anyone can do – simply because they do not need our help as much as those who continue to fly under the radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The reason why we have nearly 1,500 prospects listed in our Class of 2027 database and nearly 600 in the 2028 (junior) class is we promote talent daily to make sure that the college coaches know where to find every prospect – and not just those who are being singled out by fan websites.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>To understand the state of Florida is to know that there are recruiting websites at every turn and a majority of them are after those Power 4 players that major colleges across the nation are after.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>But here's a fact: for every ONE Power 4 player in this or any other state, there are close to 1,000 prospects who will be playing at a smaller college, and that is why we do what we do.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While we very much care about those prospects that are nationally known, as you can see from our rankings, we also make sure that we shine a spotlight on everyone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Follow our team of <strong>Drew Johnson</strong> and <strong>Shannon Jordan</strong> every day to get information on prospects from this vast state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, as we continue to single out regions, will bring you prospects from the Tampa/St. Petersburg area – with five players to keep an eye on:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Xander Beauford, DB, 6'1, 165, Tampa Jefferson. Track &amp; Field. </strong>As the Dragons prepare for another season and yet another run at a state playoff position, they have prospects like this. Someone who will not only lead, but also a productive player that only allowed five catches in 2025 while piling up 50 tackles (30 solo), four interceptions and a team high seven pass breakups. A two-sport athlete who is expected to have a huge season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/22896554/68d13ee4ca41c69c85a4835e">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/22896554/68d13ee4ca41c69c85a4835e</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - [player_tooltip player_id='2237234' first='Eastyn' last='Billingsley'], WR/FS, 6'2, 180, Tampa Catholic – 4.0 GPA. Track &amp; Field. </strong>As he heads toward his junior season, this is someone that the Crusaders and head coach Mike Gregory will count on heavily. As a football prospect, his size and skill level go hand-in-hand with he did this past spring as a sprinter (14.80 – 110 meter hurdles). His sophomore year was very special as he learned plenty, this off-season has watched him mature and showcase some skills that will go a long way during the upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/22635514/Eastyn-Billingsley">https://www.hudl.com/profile/22635514/Eastyn-Billingsley</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - [player_tooltip player_id='2237252' first='Ramon' last='Green,'] DB, 5'10, 165, St. Petersburg Catholic – 3.5 GPA. </strong>After a productive sophomore season at [player_tooltip player_id='2122876' first='St.' last='Petersburg Northeast'], this quality talent makes the most to compete this coming season for the Barons and he brings plenty of game-changing talent with him. Finished the 2025 season with 22 tackles for the Vikings with two interceptions and three pass breakups. After a solid off-season, this is someone who has the chance to be one of the best secondary performers in the region this coming season.<strong><u></u></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/23025088/690b9dd6ce70f923100e7de9">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/23025088/690b9dd6ce70f923100e7de9</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - [player_tooltip player_id='2237256' first='David' last='Hill'], WR/Athlete, 6'3, 185, Tampa Jesuit. </strong>One of the most talked about athletes this past off-season as a two-sport standout, the Tigers will be counting on this impressive talent as a clutch pass catcher who put up some numbers as a sophomore and continues to mature and impress. Showed in 2025 that he has the opportunity to be a catalyst for a team that finished 11-2, which included a pair of state playoff wins. This is a name you will want to remember!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE:  <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/22841130/david-hill">https://www.hudl.com/profile/22841130/david-hill</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 - [player_tooltip player_id='2237378' first='Matthew' last='Miller'], OL/DL, 6'5, 320, Clearwater Central Catholic. </strong>No matter where this impressive young man went in the off-season, everyone who saw him perform left impressed. College camps, spring and summer football events, this “mountain” of a prospect showcased some big-time talent as he will be a sophomore that every college and university will continue to keep their eye on. While his size grabs your attention, his athleticism and the way he moves on both sides of the ball is something that will keep all eyes on him for three more years. It will be fun to watch what he accomplished at the high school level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/26890855/Matthew-Miller">https://www.hudl.com/profile/26890855/Matthew-Miller</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Statewide Coverage Daily. <a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>You Can Contact Larry Blustein with prospect or team information at: <strong><a>Floridakids1@aol.com</a>.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>COACHES, PLAYERS: </strong>Do You Have A Subscription? 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