2024: Amazing Athletes

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The state of Utah is full of tremendous athletes who can make plays all over the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='406975' first='Quezon' last='Villa'] || ATH || 6'0 || 200 || Skyridge High School || 2024</strong><br>Villa is an explosive athlete who can make big plays in a variety of ways. Just get the ball in his hands, and he'll do the rest. Villa impresses with exceptional vision and breakaway speed. He can be an elite receiver or running back lining up all over the field and striking fear into defenses as he goes into motion. Villa does a great job following his blockers and quickly reacts to what's happening in front of him. The reining 6A state champions newest player is also an exceptional route runner whose ability to change direction makes him a tough cover on the outside. Villa is also an explosive returner capable of taking any kick back for six.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='478695' first='Brock' last='Thrall'] || ATH || 6'0 || 250 || Viewmount High School || 2024</strong><br>Thrall is a two-way force who packs a punch on both sides of the ball. At defensive end, he does a great job setting the edge and providing pressure all game long. Thrall can play anywhere along the front four and does a great job standing up offensive line to free up his teammates to make plays. He tackles exceptionally well in space and hits like a truck. Thrall also thrives on offense, where he throws big blocks at fullback. He fearlessly crashes into linebackers and defensive linemen to pave the way for his playmakers. Thrall also does an excellent job in pass protection but, when called upon, can slip out of the backfield and move the chains with a timely reception.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='681230' first='Trent' last='Call'] || ATH || 6'3 || 195 || Skyridge High School || 2024</strong><br>Call made some huge plays for the Falcons as their backup quarterback in 2022, and no matter where he lines up at in 2023 will once again be a huge part of their success. He could play on either side of the ball with his speed and exceptional Football IQ, helping him make play after play. Call is tough to take down in the open field, where his quick feet enable him to break tackle after tackle. In addition, he has good hands and crate separation deep with his elite burst. Call uses this speed to also make plays on defenses where he can fly around the field, breaking up big plays. In addition, he's an exceptional tackler who takes good angles when closing in on ball carriers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='681359' first='TreDyn' last='Elliott'] || ATH || 5'10 || 185 || Cedar High School || 2024 </strong><br>Elliott is an elite playmaker on the outside. He's a burner who excels at running complex routes. Elliott does a great job tricking defenders into thinking he's going one direction before he does the opposite, and by the time defensive backs realize what is going on, it's too late. He can win inside and out with his textbook releases helping him beat any type of coverage. Elliot is tough to tackle in space, and his breakaway speed is remarkable. Both these traits help make him dangerous in the return game. His shiftiness also makes him an exceptional rushing threat out of the backfield. Elliot can also shine at corner, where his quick reactions help him stick to opposing receivers like glue.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->