Carrollwood Day Set For Another Run

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>To say that Tampa's Carrollwood Day was one of the best kept secrets last season would certainly be an understatement.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On the way to an 8-2 season, the Patriots loss to the same team (Clearwater Central Catholic) – twice – by a total of five points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the year was frustrating for head coach <strong>Marshall McDuffie</strong> and his team, this program showcased some of the elite talent in the state – several that is moving on – while a number of impressive underclassmen return.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Playing in 1M this past season, the schedule was indeed challenging, not only preparing the team for the 2023 season, but for the future as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the recent addition of Clearwater Calvary Christian slot receiver <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1134152' first='Josh' last='Robinson']</strong>, the 2025 class is truly impressive. You can guarantee that while new faces will be added, the group returning for the upcoming season will be fun to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Among those prospects in the 2025 class include <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='743074' first='Tayshaun' last='Burney'] </strong>(CB, 5-10, 170), <strong>Christian Clarke</strong> (WR/FS, 6-1, 185, 4.6 GPA, FSU Baseball commit), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1322314' first='Jake' last='Coniglio']</strong> (QB, 6-2, 200, 4.5 GPA), <strong>Drijan Dharma</strong> (DT, 6-1, 270, 4.2 GPA), <strong>Braden Francis </strong>(WR/CB, 5-9, 160, 4.1 GPA), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='833760' first='Drew' last='Fuentes']</strong> (OL, 6-7, 290), <strong>Xavier Goulbourne </strong>(RB/LB, 6-2, 210) and quarterback <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='829406' first='Jordan' last='Magwood']</strong> (6-0, 190, 4.0 GPA).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The class will also boast <strong>Alec Maxton</strong> (OC, 5-11, 255, 4.7 GPA), <strong>Cary Rifenberick</strong> (WR/DB, 6-1, 180, 4.5 GPA), <strong>Noah Song </strong>(DB/Athlete, 5-9, 165, 3.9 GPA. Track, Soccer) and safety <strong>Steve Vargo</strong> (5-9, 155, 4.38 GPA, Baseball)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the rising senior class of 2025 will be solid, the Class of 2026 (rising juniors) also have talent with <strong>Javari Barnett</strong> (RB/SS, 6-1, 195), <strong>Addison Marsh</strong> (QB, 6-3, 175, 4.65 GPA, All Honors Classes), <strong>Noah Ozer</strong> (WR/DB, 5-11, 155), <strong>Bryce Waters </strong>(DT/OT, 6-4, 305) and versatile <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1249063' first='D.J.' last='Williams'] </strong>(WR/FS, 6-1, 170).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Also keep your eye on rising sophomores (2027) <strong>Xavier Burney</strong> (WR/DB, 5-9, 150), <strong>Zion Garrett</strong> (OLB/DE/TE, 6-0, 180) and running back <strong>Shawn Harvey Jr</strong>. (5-7, 160).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PHOTO COURTESY OF THE TAMPA BEACON</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Sign For January 21 Stock Risers Camp At:</strong> <a href="https://events.prepredzone.com/e/946/register/stock-up-showcase-florida">https://events.prepredzone.com/e/946/register/stock-up-showcase-florida</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Statewide Coverage Daily.</strong> <a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/</a></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></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->