NC Future Stars: Class of 2028 Practice Standouts
The Future Stars Game features many of the nation’s top talent. The 2022 version of this game features athletes in the 8th grade (2026), 7th grade (2027) and 6th grade (class of 2028) in the states from Georgia, Florida, North…
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Continue ReadingThe Future Stars Game features many of the nation’s top talent. The 2022 version of this game features athletes in the 8th grade (2026), 7th grade (2027) and 6th grade (class of 2028) in the states from Georgia, Florida, North Carolina and South Carolina. Below, here’s a look at the athletes that stood out from the North Carolina sixth-grade team during the practices.
Caleb Abraham | Quarterback | 2028
My second time covering Abraham in the last few months and I was impressed again. Throughout the practices, did a very advanced job of changing his release angle to fit passes in tight windows. Moved well in the pocket and didn’t force things. Understands physical limitations right now in terms of height, but found various ways to overcome that and connect with his Receivers. Very likable young man, too.
CJ Perry | Defensive Line | 2028
A strong, disruptive interior lineman that impressed during the week and during the games. He’s listed at just 5-foot-7 on the roster, but I’m willing to bet he’s in the 220-230 pound range. A low center of gravity and great get-off made him a tough guy to stop. Physically mature for his age and disruptive.
Julian Loggins | Defensive Back | 2028
Pound for pound, Loggins was one of the speediest athletes out of any classes in the North Carolina Future Stars program. He lined up at a multitude of positions during the practices, but really stood out to me on the defensive side of the ball as a Safety. He can run step-for-step with nearly any kid at this level and also displayed excellent ball skills on both sides of the ball.
Zion Malloy | Defensive Back | 2028
While it’s early right now, Malloy has future P5 prospect stamped on him if he continues to improve and stay on his upward trajectory. He’s already 5-foot-9 with arms that can scratch his knees while standing up right. Has the ability to blanket Wide Receivers as a Cornerback, but also the ability to erase an entire side of the field, if lined up at Safety.
Ziyon Manning | Defensive Line | 2028
Just wrapping up his sixth-grade school year, Manning was an impressive two-way lineman for North Carolina. He’s a big body on the interior that has natural power and strength coming out of his stance. Has big feet, which leads me to believe he’s got a lot more growing to do. Raw but talented right now.