Prep Redzone Logo
Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
    Alabama
    Arizona
    Arkansas
    California
    Canada
    Colorado
    Dakotas
    Florida
    Georgia
    Idaho
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Louisiana
    Maryland
    Michigan
    Minnesota
    Mississippi
    Missouri
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New England
    New Jersey
    New Mexico
    New York
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    Oregon
    Pennsylvania
    South Carolina
    Tennessee
    Texas
    Utah
    Virginia
    Washington
    West Virginia
    Wisconsin
  • Loading...
  • Loading...
  • Tournaments
    • 7 on 7 7 on 7
    Showcases
    • High School High School
    • Middle School Middle School
    Contact Our Team
    • Find Your Sales Representative
    About Our Events
  • Prep Redzone for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features About Prep Redzone+
    • Coverage Access Prep Redzone articles year-round.
    • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Redzone database.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on track in the recruiting process.
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • Scores See high school football scores across the country.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Redzone combines.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • Scouts
    • How We Rank
    • Recruiting Resources
    • Power Scores
    • About Us
  • Indiana
  • Rankings
    • 2027 Rankings

    • 2028 Rankings

    • 2029 Rankings

    • Archived Rankings

    • How We Rank

  • Prospects
    • Prospect Database

  • High Schools
    • Scores

    • Team Rankings

  • Scouts
Prep Redzone Logo
  • Create a Profile
      • Players/Parents
      • College Coaches
  • Home
  • Coverage
      Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
      Alabama
      Arizona
      Arkansas
      California
      Canada
      Colorado
      Dakotas
      Florida
      Georgia
      Idaho
      Illinois
      Indiana
      Iowa
      Kansas
      Kentucky
      Louisiana
      Maryland
      Michigan
      Minnesota
      Mississippi
      Missouri
      Nebraska
      Nevada
      New England
      New Jersey
      New Mexico
      New York
      North Carolina
      Ohio
      Oklahoma
      Oregon
      Pennsylvania
      South Carolina
      Tennessee
      Texas
      Utah
      Virginia
      Washington
      West Virginia
      Wisconsin
  • Events
      Tournaments
      • 7 on 7 7 on 7
      Showcases
      • High School High School
      • Middle School Middle School
      Contact Our Team
      • Find Your Sales Representative
      About Our Events
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Scores
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Redzone for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features About Prep Redzone+
      • Coverage Access Prep Redzone articles year-round.
      • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Redzone database.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on track in the recruiting process.
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • Scores See high school football scores across the country.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Redzone combines.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • Scouts
      • How We Rank
      • Recruiting Resources
      • Power Scores
      • About Us
  • Support
Login Subscribe

Week 1 Rewind: Top Performing Prospects In Northern Indiana

Week 1 Rewind: Top Performing Prospects In Northern Indiana
Bryan Ault
Bryan Ault August 26, 2026 @ 05:55 AM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Henry Ade
Henry Ade 6'1" | 186 lbs | QB | 2028
IN
Gabe Frisinger
Gabe Frisinger 6'2" | 200 lbs | QB | 2027
IN
Zechariah Wallace
Zechariah Wallace 6'3" | 190 lbs | ATH | 2027
IN
Gavin Helpingstine
Gavin Helpingstine 6'0" | 185 lbs | WR | 2028
IN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 1 of high school football is officially in the books in Indiana, and several key prospects shined all throughout the state. Here are four standouts in northern Indiana who put up big numbers or made big carries at critical times, including one who had a game-deciding touchdown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1953728"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8c40949d030"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fort Wayne Carroll dropped the hammer on Hamilton Southeastern, dominating the Royals in a 54-23 victory. Quarterback Gabe Frisinger flashed his strong arm and dual-threat ability, scoring an eye-popping seven touchdowns, including a 50-yard connection with Kellen Miller and an 11-yard touchdown to Owen Scheele, who caught two touchdowns. His final stat line: 25/34 and 380 total yards through the air. Carroll has a chance to make noise in 6A ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1280907"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8c40949d162"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zechariah Wallace scored a game-winning touchdown for Warren Central to lift the Warriors to a 20-14 win over Center Grove. We've been high on Wallace, who is committed to Western MIchigan, due to his height, size, frame and catch radius, and last night's big win over the Trojans is proof he has the goods. Will it all come together for the Warriors this year? Time will tell.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["971561"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8c40949d253"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Andrean faced a stout test in Week 1 against Merrillville, which moved up to Class 6A, and lost the game by a 27-21 margin. Still, the Fighting 59ers proved they have the goods to reach Lucas Oil Stadium once again thanks to Class of 2028 wide receiver and athlete Gavin Helpingstine. Helpingstine is a solid receiver who can high-point the ball and win one-on-one battles with his athleticism and playmaking ability. He had five cathces for 101 yards with 143 all-purpose yards. Keep an eye on the 59ers to make a serious run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2343833"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a8c40949d35f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In some games, defense just winds up being optional and the offense has to carry the day, and that wound up being the case in Lafayette Harrison's opener against West Lafayette. Quarterback Henry Ade made a huge first impression, flashing a strong arm, great mobuility, the ability to make plays with his legs, scan the field and pull the trigger. Finished with three passing touchdowns, 354 yards, and 19/26 passing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Week 1 of high school football is officially in the books in Indiana, and several key prospects shined all throughout the state. Here are four standouts in northern Indiana who put up big numbers or made big carries at critical times, including one who had a game-deciding touchdown.

Gabe Frisinger

Gabe Frisinger

IN
QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 200
POS QB
CLASS 2027
View Player

Gabe Frisinger

State: Indiana
School: Carroll (Fort Wayne)

This evaluation is available to subscribers.

Fort Wayne Carroll dropped the hammer on Hamilton Southeastern, dominating the Royals in a 54-23 victory. Quarterback Gabe Frisinger flashed his strong arm and dual-threat ability, scoring an eye-popping seven touchdowns, including a 50-yard connection with Kellen Miller and an…

Subscribe to read

Is this you, Gabe? Unlock your evaluation to everyone by subscribing →

Highlights

Zechariah Wallace

Zechariah Wallace

IN
ATH
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 190
POS ATH
CLASS 2027
View Player

Zechariah Wallace

Twitter
State: Indiana
School: Warren Central

This evaluation is available to subscribers.

Zechariah Wallace scored a game-winning touchdown for Warren Central to lift the Warriors to a 20-14 win over Center Grove. We've been high on Wallace, who is committed to Western MIchigan, due to his height, size, frame and catch radius,…

Subscribe to read

Is this you, Zechariah? Unlock your evaluation to everyone by subscribing →

Highlights

Gavin Helpingstine

Gavin Helpingstine

HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 185
POS WR
CLASS 2028
View Player
​
Gavin
Helpingstine WR
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
185
HS
Andrean
|
IN
Week 1 Rewind: Top Performing Prospects In Northern Indiana
Andrean faced a stout test in Week 1 against Merrillville, which moved up to Class 6A, and lost...
Written by Bryan Ault
Read more at PrepRedzone​.com
Prep Redzone

Gavin Helpingstine

Instagram Twitter
State: Indiana
School: Andrean

Andrean faced a stout test in Week 1 against Merrillville, which moved up to Class 6A, and lost the game by a 27-21 margin. Still, the Fighting 59ers proved they have the goods to reach Lucas Oil Stadium once again thanks to Class of 2028 wide receiver and athlete Gavin Helpingstine. Helpingstine is a solid receiver who can high-point the ball and win one-on-one battles with his athleticism and playmaking ability. He had five cathces for 101 yards with 143 all-purpose yards. Keep an eye on the 59ers to make a serious run.

Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers. Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.

Highlights

Henry Ade

Henry Ade

HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 186
POS QB
CLASS 2028
View Player
​
Henry
Ade QB
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
186
HS
Harrison (West Lafayette)
|
IN
Week 1 Rewind: Top Performing Prospects In Northern Indiana
In some games, defense just winds up being optional and the offense has to carry the day, and...
Written by Bryan Ault
Read more at PrepRedzone​.com
Prep Redzone

Henry Ade

Twitter
State: Indiana
School: Harrison (West Lafayette)

In some games, defense just winds up being optional and the offense has to carry the day, and that wound up being the case in Lafayette Harrison's opener against West Lafayette. Quarterback Henry Ade made a huge first impression, flashing a strong arm, great mobuility, the ability to make plays with his legs, scan the field and pull the trigger. Finished with three passing touchdowns, 354 yards, and 19/26 passing.

Evaluations are normally subscriber-only but when an athlete subscribes, theirs becomes free for all readers. Subscribing doesn't change who the Scout covers, it changes who gets to see it.

Access all of Prep Redzone

Continue reading this article and every scouting report.

Continue Reading
Your exposure. Your journey. Get the Prep Network app. Your exposure. Your journey. Get the Prep Network app.

Related Articles

  • Hoosier State Studs Who Popped In Week 9

    Hoosier State Studs Who Popped In Week 9

    Bryan Ault • October 19

  • Week 8 Recap: Top Hoosier State Studs Who Shined

    Week 8 Recap: Top Hoosier State Studs Who Shined

    Bryan Ault • October 16

  • Who Shined Statistically In Indiana For Week 8

    Who Shined Statistically In Indiana For Week 8

    Bryan Ault • October 15

  • Week 8 Eye-Catchers Who Came Ready to Produce

    Week 8 Eye-Catchers Who Came Ready to Produce

    Bryan Ault • October 14

  • Week 8 Central Indiana Studs Who Put Up Big Numbers

    Week 8 Central Indiana Studs Who Put Up Big Numbers

    Bryan Ault • October 13

Upgrade to Prep Redzone+
Unlock rankings, insights, and recruiting tools to maximize your exposure and guide your path to college.
Learn More

Prep Network

  • Prep Network
  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Girls Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • About
  • Careers
  • Store (opens in a new tab)
  • Partner Interest Form (opens in a new tab)

Resources

  • Terms of Service (opens in a new tab)
  • Privacy Policy (opens in a new tab)
  • Accessibility (opens in a new tab)
  • Cookie Policy (opens in a new tab)
  • NCSA College Recruiting
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources (opens in a new tab)
  • College Scholarship Search (opens in a new tab)
  • Terms for Sales and Promotions (opens in a new tab)

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2026 Prep Redzone. All rights reserved.