Top Performers – Florida Prospects Continue To Step Up In Week 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When the entire country watched Saturday's doubleheader on ESPN2 from Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas, they saw what people have been talking about for decades and decades.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When University of Miami commit <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2257872' first='A'mir' last='Sears']</strong> picked off No. 1 Las Vegas Bishop Gorman three times and caught two touchdown passes (five total for 67 yards), Florida football was once again thrust into the spotlight as Miami Christopher Columbus and head coach Dave Dunn suddenly became a household work in perhaps the biggest win in school history.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In dominating the Gaels for three plus quarters, the Explorers showed why they will be a force this season – with the new No. 1 team St. Thomas Aquinas coming up on Friday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Speaking about the Raiders, who have won seven consecutive state titles, they welcomes Texas powerhouse DeSoto for the nightcap, and much like Columbus did earlier in the final day of the Broward County National Football Showcase, the Raiders showed why they are the best team in the country – in every phase of the game against an opponent that was deemed by the experts as the very best the Lone Star State has to offer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Those two wins – along with a huge victory by two-time defending state champion Plantation American Heritage over national powerhouse East St. Louis, Illinois put the Sunshine State back into the conversation as the place to look for elite talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the Broward Showcase was certainly a place to be, the state of Florida had more top performances in Week 2:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – Desean "Turbo" Adams, Slot, 5'6, 145, Tampa Robinson. </strong>This impressive athlete (track &amp; field), who also holds it down in the classroom (3.2 GPA), had a record day with 6 catches for 231 yards and 3 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - [player_tooltip player_id='2109996' first='Lukas' last='“Luke” Aldazabal'], LB/DE, Southwest Miami.</strong> Made an impact for the Eagles with 6 tackles, 1 interception and 1 fumble recovery.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – Corei Bradley, LB, Palm Beach Gardens.</strong> One of the under-the-radar prospects had a huge week with 11 tackles, 3 sacks, 1 force fumble and 4 tackles for loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='2348907' first='Donte' last='Findeson'], RB, Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons.</strong> Lifted the 2-0 Chiefs with 5 touchdowns in a triple overtime win against Hollywood McArthur.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1692844' first='Tyler' last='Chance'], QB, Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons.</strong> When you complete 29 of 34 passes for 263 yards and two touchdowns you expect to come out on top, and while it took three overtimes, his Chiefs did.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Coconut Creek.</strong> Taking part in the prestigious Broward County National High School Football event had four difference makers - Game MVP <strong>Josiah Sanchious</strong> 15/22 181 yards 4TD. Offensive MVP <strong>Everett Butler</strong> 10 receptions 133 yards 2TD. Defensive MVP <strong>Malik Lane</strong> 6 TKL 3 assists 4TFL 2 sacks 6 QB hurries. Special teams MVP <strong>Johnathan Hernandez</strong> 3 punts 121 punt yards 3/4 PAT game winning PAT with no time on the clock.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Kamran Curliss, Athlete, Punta Gorda Charlotte. </strong>The versatile playmaker was everywhere with 21 tackles, 5 pass breakups and an interception.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1692878' first='Elijah' last='Floyd'], S/LB, Merritt Island.</strong> In moving to 2-0, he had 2 pass breakups, 7 tackles and 1 forced fumble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Brian Ford, RB/Slot, Tarpon Springs East Lake.</strong> It was a great bounce back win as this versatile offensive talent had 11 carries for 182 yards and a personal best 5 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1707662' first='Trent' last='Gamble'], Athlete, Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian. </strong>He caught 4 balls and ran for 133 yards with two scores.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – Kaden Gadson, Athlete, 5'8, 150, Coral Springs Taravella.</strong> Played a key role on both sides of the ball with 110 receiving yards and a score on offense and a sack, interception and tackle for loss on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - [player_tooltip player_id='2122475' first='Christian' last='Garrett'], QB, Brooksville Nature Coast Tech.</strong> Went 13-17, with 240 passing yards, 3 passing TD's, 15 rushing yards, and 1 rushing TD.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Drew Goldsmith, PK, Lutz Steinbrenner.</strong> Had a solid night in a win with five extra points, a 45-yard field goal and five touchbacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1880153' first='Lee' last='Gordon'] Jr., LB/RB/Edge, St. Petersburg Catholic.</strong> Even in a loss, this impressive student/athlete (3.3 GPA) finished 16 tackles, 2 tackles for loss and 1 pass breakup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Elijah Harvey, Athlete, Titusville.</strong> One of the best prospects (3.2 GPA) on the Space Coast had a huge Friday night with 3 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Terence Hollis Jr., RB/LB, Lecanto.</strong> Accounted for over 200 yards and a touchdown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='2365209' first='Chance' last='Houston'], QB, Tampa Catholic.</strong> This impressive student/athlete (3.7 GPA, 24 ACT) had another impressive outing – with 14 completions for 233 yards and 4 TDs. 33 rushing yards and 1 TD.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Brandon Howard, LB, Miami Palmetto.</strong> In getting the Panthers to 2-0, this impressive talent had 4 sacks and several pressures.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 -Tyrese Jefferson, RB, Melbourne.</strong> Even in a loss, this sophomore showcased his skills with a 162-yard rushing performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – [player_tooltip player_id='2114451' first='Evan' last='Larrick'], WR, Sarasota. </strong>Even though the Sailors lost, it was a big night for this impressive student/athlete (3.71 GPA) with 7 catches for 117 yards and a score.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Jamison Larson, QB, Miami Palmetto.</strong> Had 4 touchdowns and 265 yards to keep the Panthers unbeaten.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 – [player_tooltip player_id='2345522' first='Liam' last='Marks'], QB, Clermont East Ridge.</strong> This sophomore was at it again as the 6'2, 185-pounder was 14 of 15 for 240 yards and four total touchdowns. He also gets it done in the classroom (4.0 GPA) as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – Jeremiah Milcent, QB, Coconut Creek Monarch.</strong> What a Week 2 for one of the state's top juniors as he completed 25 passes for 415 yards and 4 touchdowns, He has nearly 800 yards in seven quarters this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='2252203' first='Durell' last='Mitchell Jr.'], OLB/Edge, Orlando Edgewater.</strong> Despite losing last Friday this versatile talent did his part with 10 tackles, 1 sack and 4 tackles for loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – [player_tooltip player_id='1601258' first='Aizion' last='Sandy'], QB, Cocoa Space Coast.</strong> This versatile talent, who is also one of the top prospects in the Space Coast, completed 11 passes for 153 yards and two scores – and also used his legs with 68 yards and a score. Tremendous student/athlete who also boasts a 3.8 GPA in the classroom.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Je'Vanti ''Bugg'' Senat, DT, Punta Gorda Charlotte.</strong> He had a huge Week 2 with 16 tackles, eight solo for the Tarpons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1697120' first='Jarelle' last='Sims'], QB, Jacksonville Sandalwood.</strong> Had a huge 300-yard game on 15 completions and a career-high 5 touchdown passes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2030 – Jackie Solomon, QB, Miami Beach.</strong> This freshman led the Hi Tides to a perfect 2-0 start as he completed 9 passes for 144 yards and added 30 more on the ground.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - [player_tooltip player_id='2152198' first='Kobi' last='Souverain'], LB, Riverview.</strong> This student/athlete (3.26 GPA) made his 11 tackles (4 solo), tackle for loss and 1 pass break up count in a win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='205736' first='Jack' last='Spaeder'], QB, Davie Western.</strong> What a great second game for this four-year varsity starter as he completed 19 passes for 326 yards and 4 touchdowns. He also gets it done in the classroom (3.75 GPA).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2029 – Justin Stewart, SS, Lantana Santaluces.</strong> It was a productive Week 2 as he blocked a punt, recovered a fumble and finished with 11 tackles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='2210932' first='Michael' last='Stringer'], WR, Plantation American Heritage.</strong> It was indeed a record-setting night for this senior as he caught 9 balls for 209 yards and 3 touchdowns. This impressive student/athlete (4.1 GPA) helped the Patriots win in overtime.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Martae “Tae” Taylor Jr., RB/DB/KR, 5'9, 180, Punta Gorda Charlotte.</strong> This student/athlete (3.5 GPA) finished with 145 all-purpose yards in a win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – [player_tooltip player_id='2237293' first='Peter' last='Theodore'], LB, Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons.</strong> One of most under-the-radar players in the state had 10 tackles and 2 sacks in a thrilling win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1671215' first='Jacob' last='Thomas'], WR, Miami High.</strong> Here is one of the best kept secrets in the state of Florida as he showed last week with 10 catches for 228 yards and one carry for 30 yards and two scores. He is also a track &amp; field standout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Tavian Martinez-Walton, LB, Kissimmee Gateway. </strong>This impressive senior had 2 sacks, 3 tackles for loss, 2 pass breakups and 7 total tackles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – [player_tooltip player_id='1653285' first='Jayden' last='Williams'], DB/Athlete, Lake Wales.</strong> How about the Friday night this student/athlete (3.5 GPA) had with 1 interception, 1 fumble recovery and a game best 12 tackles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 – [player_tooltip player_id='2241306' first='Jaylen' last='Wilson'], RB/LB, Miami Immaculata LaSalle</strong>. In moving to 2-0, this quality talent had 9.5 Tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 Forced Fumble and 3 Pass Deflections.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Statewide Coverage Daily.</strong> <strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>You Can Contact Larry Blustein with prospect or team information at:</strong> Floridakids1@aol.com.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>COACHES, PLAYERS: </strong>Do You Have A Subscription? Contact us for a savings code so you can see what everyone has been talking about!<strong> <a href="mailto:Floridakids1@aol.com">Floridakids1@aol.com</a>.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->