Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Whatever term one wants to apply, overlooked, under the radar, missed on – whatever, that is what Class of 2021 quarterback Donovan Smith is experiencing. The three-star prospect has consistently shown improvement in his game from his freshman season with Diamond Ranch to his junior campaign with Los Osos (CA) and continues to work […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Rolan Fullwood checks all the physical characteristics college football offensive line coaches seek in players wanted on the roster, and gets after it on the defensive line. At 6-6, 310-pounds, the three-star Lawndale High School prospect passes the eyeball test using his size to clear open holes in the run game and demolishes hopeful […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG While the future may be amazingly bright for Class of 2022 outside linebacker/defensive end Sterling “Deuce” Lane, the same cannot be said for opposing California squads. The 6-3, 245-pound, four-star recruit tore apart the competition at Maranatha High School a season ago coming up with 66 stops, 31 solo, 17 tackles for a loss, […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG When Scripps Ranch needed a big first down or for the defense to come up with a key stop, Ethan Nicholas was there to make a play throughout the 2019 season. Earning All-City League honors playing free safety, Nicholas put an end to 43 plays, 23 solo, with three picks. On offense, the 6-0, […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG In the talent rich football circles of Southern California, there is a buzz about Class of 2023 quarterback Justin Gil. The dual-threat lit up his peer group during the 2019 season passing for over 2,000 yards with 30 touchdowns. The momentum built was pushed forward in the abbreviated 7v7 season playing against four- and […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The Washington State Cougars added the must-get build-around piece to their 2021 recruiting class on Thursday when three-star quarterback Xavier Ward went public with his commitment. The 6-2, 195-pound, pro-style quarterback drew recruiting attention his way last season after throwing for 2,044 yards with 20 touchdowns and one rushing score for Roosevelt High School. […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The world of college football has fallen in love with the talents of Jayden Denegal, and for good reason. Denegal was throwing darts around the yard last season for Apple Valley High School completing 66 percent of his attempts covering 2,260 yards with 34 touchdowns accounted for and one visit to the end […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG From one season, one game, and one snap to the next, all the pieces of the puzzle are coming together on the gridiron for Class of 2021 offensive lineman Caleb Walker. Walker spent the 2019 season protecting his quarterback’s blindside earning West Yosemite All-League recognition against California Division II competition. The 6-4.5, 290-pound, lineman […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG At some point every athlete experiences that proverbial “lightbulb” moment when a switch is flipped and the resting potential is tapped into unleashing the talent inside. Unfortunately for opposing California offenses, Class of 2022 Etiwanda defensive tackle De’Jon Roney had his epiphany a year ago roughing up squads for 89 tackles with six tackles […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG There were some lumps taken by the Salesian High School football team during the 2019 schedule (1-9), but the experience garnered in those tough defeats should turn the Mustangs’ fortunes around this fall. And no one on the team is more hyped to get back on the field than Class of 2022 quarterback Marcus […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Each year there is a slugfest on the gridiron in the Trinity League that spills out into the Southern Section High School Football Playoffs that has California and national championship implications, and that battle is between St. John Bosco and Mater Dei. During the 2019 season, the squads split their two head-to-head matchups with […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG On the gridiron, one can beat the opposition with size and strength or speed. When the physical comes together with technique and knowledge, that is when true domination begins. With size alone, three-star defensive end/tackle Jailen Weaver is in a class all his own stretching the tape at 6-8.5 and tipping the scales at […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG From the time Samuel Green jumped onto the high school football scene as a sophomore with JSerra Catholic, there was never any doubt his future on the gridiron would continue to the collegiate level. The big question for Green was at which position. With four offers behind him, the future looks clear. Skilled as […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG A test was thrown Elias Larry’s way during the 2019 season, and he came out of the fray as a national talent on the rise. The 6-0, 170-pound, corner took on some of California’s best receiving talent out of the Mission League compiling a stat line of 24 stops, 19 solo, with a tackle […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Take any inspirational quote you want, “out of the darkness and into the light”, “don’t stop believing”, or “work hard in silence, let success make the noise” – whatever uplifting message one may use, you will find Class of 2020 receiver Sean Elmore. Elmore’s senior season did not go as planned with California’s Etiwanda […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Beck Moss Profile Height and Weight: 6-2, 185 Position: Quarterback Classification: 2021 Recruiting Ranking: 3-Star (QB Hit List) High School: Irvine – Irvine, CA – Division 11 – Pacific Coast 2019 Vaqueros Record: 1-9 2019 Moss’ Stats: 199 of 353 for 2,194 yards with 19 touchdowns and one rushing score 2019 Honors: […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG When Diamond Ranch High School needed a stop on defense or to move the chains on offense during the 2019 season, they knew Andrew Martinez would come through in the clutch. The Class of 2021 receiver/outside linebacker/free safety earned Hacienda League Offensive and Defensive MVP honors after securing 13 passes for 358 yards with […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Part of the job as a college football coach is guessing where a rising high school talent will fit within a scheme and how a certain body type will fill out over time excelling at said position on the roster, but sometimes that comes without consideration for the heart, soul, and mindset of the […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG At the skill positions, college coaches love high school players with track speed in a football body and a determined approach – that is Alex Sotolongo. The Class of 2021 three-sport athlete was a Junior Olympian twice placing in the Top 8 in the 4×400, 4×100, and long jump and on relay teams that […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Class of 2022 California quarterback Gunnar Hensley got that rare opportunity for high school quarterbacks during the 2019 season, he was executing a pro-style offense. The opportunity to roll from under center with a greater emphasis on drops, play fakes, and reading defenses has pushed his game ahead of those in his peer group. […]
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG More and more underclassmen are rising to the occasion for their high school squads making an immediate impact on the gridiron. One player for California’s Hanford High School, Brandon Ramirez, far and away exceed any expectations placed upon his shoulders during the preseason earning a spot with the Bullpups as a three-way starter. The […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Jack Marta Profile Position: Linebacker/Defensive End Height and Weight: 6-1, 215 Classification: 2021 High School: Villa Park – Villa Park, CA – Division IV – Crestview League 2019 Spartans Record: 6-6 7v7 Team: OC Elite Contribute Now Photo credit: RNG.com; Jack Marta
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Donovan Comestro Profile Position: Cornerback Height and Weight: 6-0, 150 Classification: 2023 High School: Santa Margarita – Rancho Santa Margarita, CA – Division I 2019 Eagles Record: 3-8 2019 Comestro Season: freshman ball 7v7 Team: OC Elite Contribute Now Photo credit: RNG.com; Donovan Comestro
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG The talents of Class of 2021 cornerback Zamajay Duncan have been well-known within one of the nation’s toughest high school football conferences, the Trinity League, as a member of JSerra Catholic but now foes of Huntington Beach High School are about to learn about Duncan as a defensive back and as a receiver. With […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Charles Frum Profile Position: Cornerback Height and Weight: 5-9, 160 Classification: 2021 High School: Mission Viejo – Mission Viejo, CA – Division I 2019 Diablos Record: 11-1 – ranked No. 23 nationally (MaxPreps) 2019 Stats (4): five tackles, three solo, one pass defended, and one forced fumble 7v7 Team: OC Elite […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Marco Coleman Profile Position: Receiver and Defensive Back Height and Weight: 5-8, 150 Classification: 2024 2020 High School: Mater Dei – Division-I – Trinity League 2019 Season: Winner’s Circle Athletics 7v7 Team: OC Elite Contribute Now Photo credit: RNG; Marco Coleman
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Carson Conklin Profile Position: Quarterback Height and Weight: 6-2, 175 Classification: 2023 High School: Orange Lutheran – Division-I – Trinity League 2019 Lancers’ Record: 5-6 2019 Stats (9): 51 of 99 passing for 654 yards with three touchdowns; 23 carries for 130 yards with one score *First freshman to start varsity for […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Parker Awad Profile Position: Quarterback Height and Weight: 6-0, 175 Classification: 2023 High School: Mater Dei – Division-I – Trinity League 2019 Season: Monarch’s freshman team; playoff run call-up 7v7 Team: OC Elite Contribute Now Photo credit: RNG; Parker Awad
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Written by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG When offensive coordinators in California’s Southwestern League game plan for Chaparral High School’s defense, working around and away from Class of 2021 defensive end Enoka Migao is a key strategy. The 6-5, 245-pound, end was strong against the run and a pocket collapser on passing plays working his stat line to 37 tackles, 16 […]
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Posted by Ryan Wright Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG Mikey Matthews Profile Position: Receiver and Free Safety Height and Weight: 5-10, 170 Classification: 2023 High School: Mission Viejo – Mission Viejo, CA – Division I 2019 Diablos Record: 11-1 – ranked No. 23 nationally (MaxPreps) 2019 Stats (5): 16 receptions for 155 yards with one touchdown and two rushing scores […]
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