Senior Running Backs on the Rise

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, I'm looking at which 2024 running backs around Canada are on the rise. They range from British Columbia to Ontario, and each has a diverse skill set that should bode well at the collegiate level. These guys have been impressive on tape throughout the fall and could continue to see their stock rise with a quality finish to the 2023 campaign. Don't be surprised if some offers begin to flow in following the end of their senior seasons. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, If you have someone you think I need to see, please DM them to me on Twitter at @hsfbscout!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Jaxon Allan, 6' 190, Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Allan can run with both power and finesse between the tackles. He's got exceptional contact balance, noticeable wiggle, natural hands, and the vision to spot cutback lanes. He's an upright runner that keeps his feet chugging through contact, he has the speed to get to the corner and simply glides through arm tackle attempts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='883029' first='Brandon' last='Ward'] 5'9" 195, Clarkson Football North</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ward is a one-cut downhill runner with patience and the durability to handle a high load of carries. He's a physical back who likes contact and has burly legs that allow him to pinball off tackle attempts. This kid consistently finishes off runs falling forward, he's a willing/capable pass protector and has solid initial burst. He has a jumpcut ready for overly aggressive tacklers and can decelerate on a dime with impending traffic coming his way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='882929' first='Lance' last='Basalyga'] 5'10" 170, Westgate Collegiate &amp; Vocational Institute</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This young man has good straight-line speed, he'll bounce a run if it's congested between the tackles and will mix in a higher horsepower near the goalline. He's got an extensive route tree as a receiving threat and he refuses to finish a run going out of bounds &amp; will look to get north and south. He's fearless going up and getting the football, shows excellent concentration, and can make something happen after the catch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='893092' first='Jack' last='Babych'] 5'11" 185, River East</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Babych has an ability to make something happen when blocking schemes fail. He refuses to give up on a run, he's got a nasty spin move at his disposal and can make you pay if you try to tackle him high. His ability to navigate through high-traffic areas to go along with his sheer will make him a super intriguing running back prospect for colleges at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->