Friday Night Stars – All Ohio, All Regions
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Continue ReadingOH-IO! We have the most comprehensive coverage in the entire State of Ohio when it comes to preps. I have reached out to Jared Luginbill, George Penree, and Darion Ferrell to collaborate with me on this mega article. Here are the top performers from all around the State.
CENTRAL OHIO
NORTHEAST OHIO
Richtell Mcallister – Streetsboro, 18 carries 236 yards 4 TDs :
In a high scoring game, Richtell came up big delivering 4 TDs and 236 yards on only 18 carries vs cloverleaf, continuing to make a huge impact as a late transfer onto the Streetsboro team. Keep your eye on Richtell as he will be going on to play D1 ball at the next level.
Preston Taylor – Copley, 25 carries 201 yards 4 TDs:
In a dominant rout of Rival Talmadge, Preston Taylor of Copley dominated in a memorable way carrying the ball 25 times and rushing for 201 yards and 4 TDs for Copley. With Preston only being a junior, we have much more of him to look forward to over the next season in a half.
Jack Crotty – Strongsville, 30 Carries 188 yards 2 TDs:
Jack Crotty had a big evening vs Euclid carrying much of the workload rushing 30 times for 188 yards and 2 TDs. Jack was big time in ensuring that Strongsville would come home with the victory.
Gage Duesler – Avon Lake, 204 yards 3 TDs:
Gage showed a gutty performance rushing for 204 yards and 3 TDs against conference foe Amherst. Grinding it out carrying his team to a Week 4 victory.
Martavien Johnson Martavien Johnson 5'9" | 170 lbs | WR Buchtel | 2021 State OH , Jumacius Portis Jumacius Portis 6'1" | 215 lbs | LB Buchtel | 2021 State OH and MIke Miller – Massillon Defense
Massillon showed up big time on defense on the account of big-time play from their defense. The defense held a tough and talented Cleveland Benedictine to only 10 points. They made timely stops and caused big-time turnovers in clutch moments. Stand out performances include CB/ATH Martavien Johnson Martavien Johnson 5'9" | 170 lbs | WR Buchtel | 2021 State OH with a late-game interception to put the game away, DE Mike Miller with several huge sacks and tackles for loss, and MLB Jumacius Portis Jumacius Portis 6'1" | 215 lbs | LB Buchtel | 2021 State OH who is the general on defense making sure everything runs smoothly. He also contributed with a late-game rushing touchdown as well.
SOUTHWEST OHIO
NORTHWEST OHIO
Connor Waldenzak, 2023 RB, Perrysburg
Waldenzak has done it again! The 2023 RB from Perrysburg has become a household name in the Northern Lakes League as he had 3 TD’s vs Napoleon. Connor is already committed to Purdue but for baseball. In last night’s matchup, Waldenzak showed his toughness as he bounced off multiple defenders and by putting his elusiveness on display. College coaches keep your eye on the 4-0 Perrysburg Yellowjackets and budding star Tailback, Connor Waldenzak.
Kaden Holmes, 2023 QB, Fremont Ross
The little Giants of Fremont Ross has put the Three Rivers Athletic Conference on notice. Super Sophomore QB, Kaden Holmes had a stellar game vs Whitmer on Friday night. Holmes racked up 170 passing yards with 4 TDs to top it off. Kaden also rushed for close to 100 yards in a breakout game for him in the ground game. His top target was 6’2 175lb 2023 WR, Anthony Van. Van was targeted 5 times and 3 ended up in Touchdowns. This is a young team with tons of talent, watch out for the Little Giants vs St. Johns Jesuit in week 5 action.
Cade Zimmerly, 2021 OL, Perrysburg
Cade is one of the best blockers in the state of Ohio. Zimmerly does not have the 6’6 frame but his blocking abilities are superior! Perrysburg has been enjoying a fruitful rushing attack in the 2020 season and it gets better when the ball is run to the left side of the line. Cade is a 4-year varsity starter and has made all-league in each of those seasons. Waldenzak credits his line for the gaps that are created but when Zimmerly is in the lead 5 yards can easily turn into a touchdown.
Grant Davis, 2021 OL, Ottawa Hills
The Green bears have their guy in Grant Davis. Davis is a big-time lacrosse player in the offseason and during the season his likes to punish guys upfront. Davis helped the Ottawa Hills topple the Cardinals of Cardinal Stritch in what I would call an “Old Fashioned Slobber Knocker”. Davis is one of the more dominant offensive linemen in the area and last night he rose to the occasion and helped lead his team to a big victory. His footwork and toughness present a problem for all challenging defensive linemen.
Charles Green, 2022 WR, St Francis de Sales
Charles has emerged into a big-time playmaker to keep your eyes on. In a blow out victory over the Clay Eagles, Charles had 3 Receptions for 80 yards on 5 targets with a touchdown. You might say his “NuMbeRs ArEn’t GoOd” but this kid is an impact player. His downfield blocking has improved tremendously from week one to Friday night. These are little hints that Charles is becoming a complete package as a WR prospect. His breakaway speed was very evident on a 50 yard WR screen that he took to the crib.