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There’s a ton of kids that can step on the field and ball out, but how many bring that same energy to the classroom? To maintain a 4.0 GPA and produce on the field is a very difficult task, and…
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Continue ReadingThere’s a ton of kids that can step on the field and ball out, but how many bring that same energy to the classroom? To maintain a 4.0 GPA and produce on the field is a very difficult task, and it should most definitely be acknowledged. All of these guys have showed both athletic and academic success, and it will only help them in their recruiting process. Take a look at some athletes who can produce on the field and in the classroom:
Michael Masunas Michael Masunas 6'5" | 250 lbs | TE Hamilton | 2022 State AZ , TE, 6’5″ 240lbs, Hamilton HS ’22
In the classroom, Masunas holds a current 4.16 GPA and translates his hard work from the classroom to the field. He sizes up with a strong, athletic frame with excellent length. He’s a natural pass catcher and a true power 5 talent, and he will have a huge role for Hamilton this upcoming season. He’s a polished blocker with excellent functional strength, as he translates that weight room strength to the field nicely. He did a good job working the flats and getting upfield after the catch with solid physicality his junior season. He has strong, reliable hands and has been continuing to impress and get better this offseason. He recently won overall MVP at the National Preps Showcase in Phoenix, and holds around 9 offers thus far.
Brandon Craddock Brandon Craddock 6'0" | 215 lbs | LB O'Connor | 2022 State AZ , LB, 6’0″ 210lbs, O’Connor HS ’22
Craddock is one of the best LB’s in the state and holds a 4.0 GPA. He was able to rack up 141 total tackles last year as a junior and displayed excellent instincts and reaction with the ability to make plays sideline to sideline. He has a very high football IQ with the ability to diagnose plays. He has a solid striking ability and is a very effective tackler, as he can make tackles in the open field or fill an alley to stuff a run. He translates weight room strength to the field and is a very good athlete all around. He holds an offer from Morgan State, and is fresh off an offer from Yale, as he is part of the “My Recruits” program with long time player advocate Coach Perrone. Craddock holds a very high ceiling and projects to be one of the top LB’s in Arizona this upcoming season.
Xander Georgoulis Xander Georgoulis 5'10" | 185 lbs | RB Sunnyslope | 2022 State AZ , RB, 5’10″ 170lbs, Sunnyslope HS ’22
Georgoulis holds a very impressive 4.63 GPA, and his production is equally as good on the field. He was a key part of a very successful Sunnyslope team in 2020. He accelerates well through the hole and possesses nice top end speed for big play ability, as he busted loose for numerous big runs on the year. He has a nice burst and is slippery through tight spaces, and shows excellent vision for narrow developing holes. He’s flashed a nice change of direction to stop or cut on a dime without losing speed. He was a threat as a pass catcher and he showed the ability to run routes and catch the ball out of the backfield as well. Very good athlete all around and should draw some Ivy League attention.
Jimmy Lerblance Jimmy Lerblance 5'10" | 160 lbs | WR Benson | 2022 State AZ , ATH, 5’10″ 160lbs, Benson HS ’22
Lerblance is small school 2A kid from Benson, Arizona that works his tail off in everything he does. He maintains a 4.25 GPA and is doing all the right things in the classroom and on the field to draw attention. Lerblance was an absolute ball hawk in 2A, helping Benson make a nice playoff run. He did a tremendous job reading the QB’s eyes, and also displayed solid route and concept recognition. He showed good ball skills all around as a CB. He could continue to add some run support film, as he’ll have a big opportunity to be a big time two-way player next season for Benson. Could continue to put on weight, but holds solid potential going forward.
Cooper Ross Cooper Ross 6'5" | 245 lbs | TE Heritage Academy | 2022 State AZ , TE/DE, 6’6″ 240lbs, Heritage Academy ’22
Ross is a dual sport athlete with a 4.0 GPA and tremendous size. If you don’t know, Heritage plays 8-man football, which makes it very tough for Ross to get recruited. However, the production is phenomenal, as he was able to haul in 34 receptions for 635 yards and 15 TD’s in just a 7 game season. He’s probably the most dominant 8-man player in the state, and is only continuing to get better. He was a complete mismatch in terms of size, speed, football IQ and athleticism over everyone in 8-man. He’s shown the ability to snag athletic catches, as well as the ability to be a feared blocker in the run game to finish blocks to the ground. He’s a man amongst boys, and projects to have a breakout senor campaign.
Other 4.0 or above players that notified us are:
Devin Brown Devin Brown 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Queen Creek | 2022 UT , QB, 6’3″ 190lbs, Queen Creek HS (USC Commit) ’22
Nason Coleman Nason Coleman 6'3" | 230 lbs | TE Chandler | 2022 State AZ , TE, 6’3″ 200lbs, Chandler HS ’22
Treyson Bourguet Treyson Bourguet 6'2" | 195 lbs | QB Salpointe Catholic | 2022 State AZ , QB, 6’2″ 185lbs, Salpointe Catholic ’22
Ridge Docekal Ridge Docekal 6'3" | 210 lbs | QB Saguaro | 2022 State AZ , QB, 6’3″ 210lbs, Saguaro HS ’22
Levi Robins Levi Robins 5'10" | 175 lbs | DB Saguaro | 2023 State AZ , DB, 5’10″ 175lbs, Saguaro HS ’23
Jonathan Blohm, OL/DL, 5’10″ 225lbs, Horizon HS ’23
Collin Shannon, LB, 5’11″ 185lbs, Liberty HS ’22
Connor Ferguson Connor Ferguson 5'8" | 140 lbs | WR Coolidge | 2022 State AZ , ATH, 5’8″ 150lbs, Coolidge HS ’22
Davis Rubel Davis Rubel 6'1" | 175 lbs | K Millennium | 2022 AZ , K, 6’0″ 170lbs, Millenium HS ’22 (5.47 GPA)