Some of the top players in the Houston area came out to compete at The Box Showcase, a premier event that featured elite matchups including QBs, RBs vs. LBs, and TEs vs. DBs. The event gave athletes a chance to refine their skills and go head-to-head with high-level competition. Here are the MVPs at each position:
Shaan Patel – QB MVP (Fulshear, Class of 2026)
Patel showed why he’s poised for a breakout senior year.
- Strong arm and pinpoint accuracy
- Leads receivers with precision passing on their routes
- Fit passes into tight windows
- Dominated in passing drills and 1v1s
Verdict: Top passer at the event; expect a big 2025 from him at Fulshear.
Tristan Willis – RB MVP (Class of 2026)
The most dominant player at the showcase, Willis was unguardable
- Elite pass-catching ability
- Crisp route runner with receiver-like polish
- Explosive and elusive runner
- Made defenders miss with ease during 1v1s vs LBs
Verdict: Overall MVP; one of the top junior backs in the state of Texas.
Dominic Giametta – TE MVP (Class of 2026)
Giametta stood out with a complete skill set at the position.
- Strong hands and polished route running
- Quick off the ball with great body control
- Reliable target with late hands
- Physical at the point of attack
Note: Also a standout baseball player committed to Alabama.
Joseph Credit – LB MVP (Class of 2026)
Credit backed up his recruitment buzz with a dominant showing.
- Great instincts and sideline-to-sideline speed
- Played with patience and physicality
- Excelled in 1v1s vs RBs
- Strong in pass coverage and run support in the cat and mouse drills
Recruitment: Holds 18 offers including TCU, SMU, Arizona State, Kansas, Houston, Baylor, Texas A&M, and UCLA.
Austin Baird – DB MVP (Katy Jordan, Class of 2025)
Baird made his presence felt early and often.
- Smooth footwork and disciplined technique
- Excelled in man coverage, rarely gave up separation
Didn’t bite on fakes, stayed in phase
Junior Year: All-District 19-6A selection with 35 tackles and an interception.
