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Another freshman who wasted little time earning a large varsity role last season for the Black Eagles was 2029 WR/DB Amari Valentine. Cracking the varsity lineup as a freshman is never easy, but Valentine proved he belonged with his athleticism and ability to contribute on both sides of the football. Whether lined up at receiver or defensive back, he brings the versatility and playmaking ability coaches value in young skill players. With three more years to develop, Valentine has the potential to become one of the cornerstones of South Charleston’s future and should continue making strides as his experience grows.

2029 South Charleston WR/DB Amari Valentine Amari Valentine 5'11" | WR South Charleston | 2029 State WV is another young playmaker who highlights the bright future of the Black Eagles’ program. Valentine earned a varsity starting role as a freshman, which speaks to his early ability and the confidence his coaches had in him. His game translates well to either side of the ball, giving South Charleston valuable versatility as he continues to develop. Valentine is a well-rounded athlete who has the tools to impact the game in multiple ways. With three years of varsity football still ahead of him, he has the opportunity to become a key piece as the Black Eagles work toward returning to their traditional level of success. His athleticism and two-way ability make him a player worth following closely over the next few seasons.

The second South Charleston WR prospect you’ll want to know in the 2029 class is Amari Valentine Amari Valentine 5'11" | WR South Charleston | 2029 State WV . He made early headlines in his freshman season after catching the game-winning Hail Mary in their first game against Ripley, and continued to flash throughout his first year. Valentine also has defensive back potential and will be a key two-way player as they turn their program back around.

South Charleston has a pair of promising 2029 receivers that they’ve utilized this season, and Amari Valentine Amari Valentine 5'11" | WR South Charleston | 2029 State WV is a name you’ll want to know. He made an immediate impact this season for the Black Eagles in game one, catching the game-winning Hail Mary in the final seconds. Valentine has totaled 12 catches for 109 yards and 2 touchdowns this season and has done a nice job as a defensive back, as the third-leading tackler with 19 stops. We’ll learn more about his game as he produces more film and gets increased touches, but the early signs show that Valentine will be a name to know in the 2029 class.

2029 South Charleston WR Amari Valentine Amari Valentine 5'11" | WR South Charleston | 2029 State WV may not have had the stat-stuffing line as some of the other players who earned helmet stickers from us this week, but he had the most important play of week one in the state. Valentine was on the receiving end of the Hail Mary catch in the final second of the Black Eagles’ win over Ripley. He made a heady play to pick the ball off a Ripley defender’s body in the end zone to secure the catch and the win for South Charleston. Valentine will be a young player to keep an eye on this season and beyond for the Black Eagles.