PRZVA Team Previews: Lake Braddock Bruins

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Last years Result: </strong>11-3 (Back to Back Region C Champion, fell to James Madison in Class 6 State Semi-Finals</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you are looking for a usual suspect in the Class 6 State title favorites and the Lake Braddock Bruins are always in the conversation. This fall should not be any different, returning over 15 starters from Coach Dougherty's Region title team from a year ago, the Bruins looked loaded again. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Returnees:</strong> [player_tooltip player_id='1297748' first='Tyrone' last='Jackson'], [player_tooltip player_id='1297865' first='Zachary' last='Hibner'], [player_tooltip player_id='1513477' first='Will' last='Fedor'], [player_tooltip player_id='1217999' first='Ryan' last='Baek'], [player_tooltip player_id='1298423' first='Marcus' last='Gilmore'], [player_tooltip player_id='853848' first='Payton' last='Holmes'], [player_tooltip player_id='1236900' first='Khaleed' last='Cash'], [player_tooltip player_id='1351331' first='Jason' last='Tran'], </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1297748"],"_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-689003bf30520"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Norfolk State bound and top 50th ranked prospect [player_tooltip player_id='1297748' first='Tyrone' last='Jackson'] finally has full control of the Bruins offense. An all star the past two years rotating reps, Jackson will look to become a three time Region champion. Proving his deep ball accuracy as he caught fire during Lake Braddock's playoff run. Showing poise in the pocket, he has had a stellar career, looking to finish it off in style. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/imtyjackson/status/1937598137167712547","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/imtyjackson/status/1937598137167712547 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["853848"],"_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-689003bf30581"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more underappreciated running backs in Virginia the past two seasons has without a doubt been [player_tooltip player_id='853848' first='Payton' last='Holmes']. Whether it be Patriot or Lake Braddock, when given opportunities this kid has made the most of it. He finally should be the lead back for the Bruins this fall and his speed and vision are nothing to mess with. Holmes had 15 touchdowns splitting carries as a junior, averaging over 6 yards rushing attempt. This fall a number of Division 2 schools should be pursuing him with his track like/game changing speed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Payton_Holmes20/status/1869900142523941057","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Payton_Holmes20/status/1869900142523941057 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1236900"],"_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-689003bf305c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1236900' first='Khaleed' last='Cash'] was already a first team all region selection last year that was before the graduation of top pass catchers Kai Austin and Xavier Main too. Cash is a burner and will be their primary vertical threat which is perfect because Jackson throws an excellent deep ball. Perhaps Khaleed has been a hair overlooked with all the talent in front of him, but make no mistake about it this dude is a playmaker. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CashKhaleed/status/1868489174506230180","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CashKhaleed/status/1868489174506230180 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1513477"],"_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-689003bf30609"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Right hand up, when we updated the 2027 class rankings I missed this talented lineman [player_tooltip player_id='1513477' first='Will' last='Fedor']. An all region selection as a sophomore, Fedor is the engine that makes their offense work at center. 6'3 and 270 lbs., the young man can pull and move up front with the best of them, expect many colleges to be pursuing him before his junior season ends. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/will_fedor/status/1869213126987808770","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/will_fedor/status/1869213126987808770 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1297865"],"_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-689003bf30685"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The All state tight end looks division 1 bound, Zach Hibner came into his own last season. Hauling 49 receptions and 7 scores, Hibner is a physical blocker too, a part of a ridiculous talented Northern Virginia senior tight ends. A couple of offers before his final season in Burke completes, he should obtain a few more approaching week 1. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/_ZachHibner_/status/1922086415048855642","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/_ZachHibner_/status/1922086415048855642 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Key Newcomers: Sam Rhye, [player_tooltip player_id='1184902' first='Isaac' last='Thai'], Jerrard Pulliam, [player_tooltip player_id='1781339' first='Justin' last='Saucedo']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1184902"],"_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-6890040d40519"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1184902' first='Isaac' last='Thai'] has a chance to become a reliable target for Jackson, he seems really productive out of the slot. A quick wideout who you can get out in space and he can make people miss. Do not be surprised if he is involved with special teams too, too much speed not too. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/isaacthai3/status/1860383464471585202","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/isaacthai3/status/1860383464471585202 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Head Coach Mike Dougherty's thoughts on the off-season and expectations:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Solid offseason with many 2sport guys and 60+ in the weight room all year. This team has 7/8 returning starters on both sides of the ball. &nbsp;Expectations are high. Staying healthy and developing our young guys are the most important things for us to make another run at the state playoffs.&nbsp;Can always use a little luck. Luck favors those that work harder!&nbsp;</em>" Coach Dougherty</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->