The North Crowley Panthers, reigning Class 6A Division I state champions, faced off against the Euless Trinity Trojans, a 2024 playoff contender, in a much-anticipated preseason scrimmage that delivered plenty of standout moments. North Crowley, returning a roster stacked with talent, looked every bit like a team ready to defend its title, while Trinity introduced a new quarterback and added fresh elements to its traditionally hard-hitting style. The matchup provided an early barometer for both programs and highlighted several players who could be on the verge of breakout seasons
(Defending 6A DI State Champions – return a wealth of talent)
Damarion Mays (2028) – WR
- Big, physical receiver with quickness and explosiveness.
- Large catch radius and strong hands—wins contested catches and high-point balls.
- Hauled in one touchdown against elite DB John Meredith III (2027).
- Looked in midseason form as a 4⭐ prospect and top WR in the 2028 class.
Kiante Ingram (2027) – RB
- Quick and elusive with an elite jump cut and instant burst.
- Low center of gravity and excellent contact balance.
- Dangerous receiving threat out of the backfield with soft hands.
- Could eclipse 1,000+ total yards this season.
Hayes Cloutier (2027) – QB
- Strong-armed passer with good pocket posture and poise.
- Reads defenses well and makes accurate throws.
- Dual-threat athlete who escapes pressure and can create in space.
DeMarcus Harris II (2026) – QB
- Accurate passer with touch on the deep ball.
- Shows good vision downfield and delivers into tight windows.
John Turntine III (2026) – OL – Texas Commit
- Elite footwork and athleticism for his size.
- Controls defenders early in reps and plays with a physical, dominant style.
King Irvin (2029) – OL
- Plays with good leverage and strong, accurate hands.
- Stout at the point of attack with quickness off the ball.
- Dominant scrimmage earned him a Texas A&M offer after the game.
Hayden Green (2028) – WR
- Big-bodied receiver with strong hands and separation ability.
- Quick release off the line, runs crisp routes.
- Caught a deep touchdown over the top.
Aaron Bradshaw (2026) – DB – Texas Tech Commit
- Rangy safety with great play recognition and range.
- Physical tackler who supports well against the run.
Elijajuan Houston (2027) – DB
- Good feet and smooth movement skills with long arms in coverage.
- Physical, controlled tackler who attacks the alley.
- Three-star recruit with double-digit offers including Texas, Texas A&M, Oklahoma, Baylor, SMU, and Houston.
Euless Trinity Trojans
(2024 playoff team – new QB, same physical style with added wrinkles)
Mack Lineweaver (2027) – QB
- Athletic passer with arm strength to make every throw.
- Calm in the pocket and accurate on the move.
- Adds a new passing dimension to Trinity’s offense without sacrificing tempo.
Juntavious Harris (2026) – RB – Texas State Commit
- Powerful, explosive runner with excellent contact balance.
- Vision to find cutback lanes and quickness to hit top speed.
- Scored on the ground and contributed as a receiver.
John Meredith III (2027) – DB
- Elite press-man corner with long arms and quick feet.
- Smooth transition into backpedal with fluid hips.
- Top DB in the 2027 class—shutdown ability on the perimeter.
Jaylon Donaldson (2026) – WR
- Field-stretching speed with strong hands.
- Tracks deep passes well and finished an over-the-shoulder TD grab.
Gordon Mohetau (2026) – LB
- Instinctive, high-motor linebacker with sideline-to-sideline range.
- Sure tackler with effective shock-and-shed technique.
- Holds offers from Sacramento State and Miami (OH).
