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Zion
McDonald DB/LB
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
Weight
175
HS
American Leadership Academy
|
NC
McDonald plays a hybrid safety-linebacker role at American Leadership Academy and he fits that role well. He’s unafraid...
Evaluation by Will Helms
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Zion McDonald

Zion McDonald | American Leadership Academy

Zion McDonald

Class
2027
Position
DB/LB
Height
6'0"
Weight
175
School
American Leadership Academy
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Position
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About Zion

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

Very Physical Downhill Run Stopping LineBacker Very patient smart Ballhawk DB

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

Prepared for anything

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

None

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

I’ve developed leadership teamwork working with my new team community service helping at groups homes etc

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

Yes , I’ve faced watching my brothers fight out games while i was hurt with shoulder or back injuries

What type of college are you looking for?

A college that’s gonna develop me into a problem and show love from the first conversation to the last one

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Zion
McDonald DB/LB
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
Weight
175
HS
American Leadership Academy
|
NC
Zion McDonald
McDonald plays a hybrid safety-linebacker role at American Leadership Academy and he fits that role well. He’s unafraid...
Written by Will Helms
Read more at PrepRedzone.com
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Written by Will Helms in 2027 DB Report: August Rankings Update
McDonald plays a hybrid safety-linebacker role at American Leadership Academy and he fits that role...
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2027 DB Report: August Rankings Update

2027 DB Report: August Rankings Update

Will Helms • August 15, 2025

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