WEEK 9 TOP FOOTBALL PERFORMERS
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With the season winding down, another impressive week is in the books here in Florida and more athletes are continuing to emerge. As college coaches are searching for those prospects to help their respective programs, we are giving them additional…
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Continue ReadingWith the season winding down, another impressive week is in the books here in Florida and more athletes are continuing to emerge.
As college coaches are searching for those prospects to help their respective programs, we are giving them additional talent to watch.
Here is a look at some of the eye-catching performances this week:
In South Plantation’s exciting win, junior quarterback Jadyn Glasser Jadyn Glasser 6'3" | 220 lbs | QB Venice | 2024 FL (Passing: 21-31 369 Yds 4 TDs 1 INT) and (Rushing: 51 yards, 1 TD).
Sophomore RB Deandre Desinor had just 12 carries 306 rushing yards, 482 all-purpose yards and 7 touchdowns in Coconut Creek North Broward Prep’s win.
In Parkland’s win over Hollywood South Broward, junior Clayton Cannon (RB 19/236 1 TD 3 2pt Conversions), Justin Spano (RB 12/102 2 Tds 1 2 point Conversion), Jackson Norkunas (FS, 11 tackles, 1 interception) Tucker Jean (DE, 6 Tackles 2 tackles for loss) and Gabe Lenamon (8 Tackles and a forced fumble).
Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons DB Tre’Mone Drisdom had 7 tackles and a touchdown to spark the two-time defending state champions on the road.
Hudson Cobras WR A.J. McFarlane A.J. McFarlane 5'11" | 165 lbs | WR Hudson | 2024 FL had a team-high 97 receiving yards on 5 receptions and 2 TD in a win. On the season, he has 27 receptions, 722 receiving yards, 11 TD (leading receiver in his county) and 20 tackles on defense. Riley Blevens completed 14-of-25 passes for 240 yards and five touchdowns. DE Elias Williams had a team-high 5 tackles, 2.0 sacks.
Belleview 2025 DE/OLB Jaiden Trentgrove had a solid Week 9 with 1.5 Sacks, 4 Tackles , 1 Forced Fumble , 2 pass deflections, 1 Forced Interception.
Cocoa Beach 2023 LB Mitch McNeely had another solid game for the Minutemen with 16 tackles (3 solo, 13 assist), 5 TFL, 1 sack. His recruitment needs to start picking up. He is too productive.
Fort Pierce John Carroll 2023 OL Jordan Capraro isn’t just a quality student in the classroom, he also gets it done on the football field where he helped to pave the way for 295 Rushing yards, 5 Rushing touchdowns in another big win. Senior WR Aidan Singleton Aidan Singleton 6'0" | 180 lbs | DB Fort Pierce John Carroll | 2024 FL had 184 yards and a score.
It was another total team effort for Miami True North Classical Academy. Among those making a contribution were Zach Katz (25/33 266 Yards 2 TDs and 3 carries 37 yards), Jasen “Jroc” Lopez (8 receptions 122 yards), Jorge Cascudo (3 receptions 36 yards 1 TD), Jonjon Delgado (3 receptions, 26 yards 1 TD, 7 tackles and 1 60-yard fumble recovery for TD) and Tristian Smith, who finished with 6 tackles and some key plays.
In Naples Golden Gate’s big win, Treyvon Jean (RB, 25 Carries 264 Yards and 3 TDs) and Juderain Partha (2 Tackles 3 Assists 1 interception return for a TD and 2 Fumbles Recoveries).
It has been quite a season for Tampa Plant and the Panthers had a number of key performances this past week. Among those were Trey O’Malley (6/8 81 yards, 1 TD, long: 36 yards 1 rush for 16yds), J.C. Mirasola (6 9/10 88 yards, 1 TD, long: 30 yards), Jaquez Kindell (10 receptions 128 yds 2 TD’s 2rushes for 13 yds 1 PBU), Waltez Clark (9 rushes 88 yards 3 TD’s 10 tackles (6 asst & 4 solo) 1 Fumble caused 2 TFL 1 Sack), Chase Jarrett Chase Jarrett 6'0" | 185 lbs | DB Plant | 2024 FL (9 tackles – 5 solo & 4 assisted,1 interception, 1 TD), Jaden Davis (11 tackles – 7 solo & 4 assisted, 2 PBU, 1 interception, 1 fumble recovery 1 TD) and Antoine Bailey (7 tackles – 6 solo & 1 assisted, 1 pass breakup, 1 tackle for loss).
Land ‘O Lakes had several standouts in the annual ‘Butter Bowl’ as QB Mason Clarke completed 8-of-11 passes for 157 yards and a touchdown, WR Kennen Ayala had 154 total yards (94 rushing, 60 receiving) and RB Cody Gwinn ran for 85 yards and scored a touchdown.
Tayshaun Balmir, Dade City Pasco standout running back ran for 158 yards and scored two touchdowns. The Pirates were also impressive on defense with seven sacks with Anthony Pratt – (3), Christopher Jones (2), Cody Juarez (1) and Tyreese Grose (1) and three interceptions by Zabrian Hammond.
Sophomore QB Ennio Yapoor and Georgia Tech-bound senior RB Javin Simpkins Javin Simpkins 5'9" | 170 lbs | RB Miami Norland | 2023 State FL combined for over 200 yards as Miami Norland won a key GMAC Week game against Miami Palmetto.
New Port Richey Mitchell QB Chris Ferrini was 7 of 14 for 111 yards, and an interception. He also rushed for 136 yards on 25 carries, 2 touchdowns. So far this season he is 69 of 133 for 869 passing yards, 6 TD, 5 interceptions. Rushing, he has 703 rushing yards, 10 touchdowns and even registered 20 tackles on defense.
Jacksonville University Christian 2024 DB Ryan Oakley Jr. was targeted 8 times and allowed 1 completion for 12 yards. Ryan to CB from Safety to cover Jacksonville Terry Parker’s top receivers.
Palm Beach Central senior QB Ahmad Haston Ahmad Haston 6'3" | 195 lbs | QB Wellington Palm Beach Central | 2023 State FL , who had a 265 yard and five touchdown night, tossed three scoring passes to Luby Maurice Jr.
Tampa Gaither QB Jayce Nixon was 23 of 25 for 405 yards and 5 touchdowns. He also ran for 61 yards. On defense, Antonio Henley had a monster game with 6 sacks, 9 tackles and a blocked field goal attempt.
Delray Beach Atlantic 2025 DB Tavius Horne Jr Tavius Horne Jr 5'11" | 155 lbs | DB St Thomas Aquinas | 2025 FL . came up with four tackles, 1 tackle for loss and a pick 6 for a score in a win against Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer.
Class of 2024 QB Aidan Karsh, Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace threw for 254 yards and 3 scores in a win against Miami Immaculata LaSalle.
Pompano Beach Blanche Ely remained unbeaten as 2023 WR/TE Marcus Williams Marcus Williams 6'0" | 200 lbs | WR Deerfield Beach | 2023 FL (3 catches 88 yards 1 touchdown), 2023 QB Nahcoy Daniels (12-14 188 yards 2 touchdowns – 1 rushing TD) and OL A.J. Foulkes had 3 pancake blocks, gave up no sacks and paved the way for the unbeaten Tigers’ running game.
2025 DT Davion Dixon Davion Dixon 6'2" | 305 lbs | DL Belen Jesuit Preparatory | 2025 State FL , one of the best nationally in his class, had another impressive game for Miami Belen Jesuit, finishing with 6.5 Tackles, 5 Tackles for loss, 2 QB Hurries, 1/2 Sack and a forced fumble.
North Palm Beach Benjamin star running back Chauncey Bowens Chauncey Bowens 5'11" | 215 lbs | RB North Palm Beach Benjamin | 2024 State FL finished with 126 yards and three touchdowns in a huge win against Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian.
Fort Lauderdale NSU University School DE Dylan Daniel had 15 tackles and 2 fumble recoveries.
2023 LB/TE Brady Nowlan Brady Nowlan 6'2" | 210 lbs | LB Brooksville Nature Coast Tech | 2023 FL , Brooksville Nature Coast had 1 TD, 60 Yards Receiving, 1 Sack and 2 tackles for loss.
2024 RB Randy Maldonado Miami Springs ran for 108 yards and a score in a GMAC Week matchup with Doral Ronald Reagan.
2024 Miami Gulliver Prep LB Dylan Calero Dylan Calero 6'0" | 215 lbs | LB Miami Gulliver Prep | 2024 FL came up with 11 Tackles, 1 Sack, 3 Tackles for Loss, 3 Carries for 17 yards and 1 Touchdown.
LaBelle had some outstanding performances this week – with Wyatt Milks (18 tackles), Isaac Santamaria (17 carries 160 yards, 1 TD), Tanner Spencer (9 tackles), Wyatt Nicklos (10 tackles, 1 interception) and Maurice McClain Jr Maurice McClain Jr 5'7" | 200 lbs | DL Labelle | 2023 FL . (9 tackles, 2 TFL, & 1 TD).
Making his second varsity start at QB, 2025 standout David Parks accounted for 200 plus yards and 3 scores in Sanford Seminole’s win.
Tyler Jensen Tyler Jensen 6'1" | 185 lbs | LB River Ridge | 2024 FL of New Port Richey River Ridge had 8 tackles 2 TFL and pick 6 in a 50-9 win. Tyler has a district leading 76 tackles in 8 games this year.
Pembroke Pines West Broward had a trio of standouts this week. Quarterback Jonathan Morillo (18 of 27 for 252 yards 4 touchdowns. Also had 24 yards rushing. Receivers Josh Moore (5 for 76 yards and 2 scores) and Brandon Armenteros (6 for 113 and two scores).
Mount Dora’s Russell Fickett had 12 tackles and 2 caused fumbles against Tavares.
UPDATED CLASS OF 2023 RANKINGS. https://prepredzone.com/florida/rankings/2023-rankings/
CLASS OF 2024 RANKINGS. https://prepredzone.com/2022/08/updated-2024-florida-rankings/
Tracking Florida’s Football Teams For 2022 – https://prepredzone.com/2022/04/tracking-florida-football-teams/