Ayden Thorne
Ayden Thorne
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Matthew Layton | Prep Redzone Scout
Philip Barbour has a promising young specialist to build around in 2029 K/P
Ayden Thorne
Ayden
Thorne
6'0" | 150 lbs | K/P
Philip Barbour | 2029
WV
, who has delivered a strong and steady debut at the high school level for the Colts. Thorne has shown consistency and confidence as a placekicker, converting the vast majority of his extra points while also connecting on multiple field goals during his freshman campaign. He pairs that accuracy with solid leg strength, routinely driving kickoffs deep and showing the ability to handle punting duties as well. With his early production and well-rounded skill set, Thorne stands out as a reliable K/P prospect to know in the 2029 class.
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Philip Barbour’s freshman kicker,
Ayden Thorne
Ayden
Thorne
6'0" | 150 lbs | K/P
Philip Barbour | 2029
WV
, has emerged as a key contributor for the Colts as they make their playoff push. In his first year at the high school level, Thorne has shown remarkable poise and consistency, converting 52/58 extra point attempts and connecting on 4/6 field goals, with a long of 35 yards. Beyond his accuracy, he has displayed impressive leg strength on kickoffs, regularly sending the ball deep to limit return opportunities and provide favorable field position for the defense. Thorne’s combination of reliability and power makes him a valuable asset for Philip Barbour in high-pressure situations, and his early success suggests he could develop into one of the more accomplished specialists in his class as the postseason unfolds.
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Read EvaluationMatthew Layton | Prep Redzone Scout
One of the brighter specialist prospects in the 2029 class is going to be Philip Barbour K
Ayden Thorne
Ayden
Thorne
6'0" | 150 lbs | K/P
Philip Barbour | 2029
WV
. He’s done a great job for the Colts in year one and has been a reliable kicker during his first season at the high school level. Thorne has proven as much with his accuracy on PATs and field goals, converting on 21/24 extra points and 3/4 on field goals with a long of 35 yards. He has the power to match his accuracy and can drive the ball to the end zone on kickoffs.
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