Written by: Coach Rob (@KaufmanRobert)
Below is a list of Saturdays 15U standouts. A great age group that is loaded with talent. This was an amazing group to scout. The coaching was outstanding throughout the weekend and being up close and able to talk to these athletes is what it is all about. You get to see the whole person and the below athletes are amazing both on and off the field. I absolutely love scouting 15U and this group delivered. More to come from Sunday’s pool play, be on the lookout for that wrap-up and podcast. Salute!
Jayden Tyler [WR]| South Fort Myers High School [AP3 Elite 7v7] | c/o 2028 | @Jaydentyler2010
Jayden stood out on Saturday as being a reliable target who displays strong hands in traffic. Made terrific catches all Saturday. Has strong hands and a wide catch radius. Displays spatial awareness. He is a versatile WR who can line up in the slot or outside. Consistently won at the catch point. I love his mentality and how competitive he is. Look for a big offseason, spring, summer workouts going into his fall season.
Kymani Nixon [WR|DC] | Bishop Verot [AP3 Elite 7v7]| c/o 2029 | @stretch_9x
2 way athlete [football & basketball]. 6’5” as a c/o 2029 with room to grow naturally. Has the wingspan and jumping ability to high point the football over any DB. Great length and measurables. Shows the ability to win vertically and a menace in the red zone. He was consistently open against top competition. High upside prospect. A name to circle and follow going forward.
Eastyn Billingsly [DB]| Tampa Catholic [813 Hawks 7v7] | c/o 2028 | @EastynBills
Really an instinctive player with excellent eye discipline and route recognition. Has the ability to read the QB and anticipate throws. Natural ballhawk who repeatedly made interceptions and PBU’s. Was the anchor of one of the best defenses in the tournament. Very cerebral with the ability to make plays. Great young man. Looking forward to seeing his development and growth over his next two seasons.
Eric Kitchen [DB] | Dunedin Middle School [813 Hawks 7v7]| c/o 2030
Middle School DB who is already playing High School competition at the 15U level. Eric has excellent size and athleticism for his age. He plays very cerebral as you can see his quick processing while he is on the field. It is very impressive to be on the field and watch his eyes scan and process the route concepts. High upside for this young prospect with huge developmental potential.
Armani McFarland [QB|DB] | Forest High School [Clutch Performance 7v7] | c/o 2028 | @_Armani4
Leader and high level competitor. [QB] has a live arm and can make every throw. Ball jumps off of his hand. He pushes the ball vertically and has a high upside as a QB. Throws a beautiful spiral. He is raw at the QB position but has all the tools and arm talent to be a star. Plays both sides of the ball at a high level. [DB] Very fluid and natural mover. He closes quickly and routinely is placed to guard the opposing teams #1 WR. Very competitive but plays with a poise that is very rare. Does not get rattled easy. As of now his best position is DB. But, with the proper offseason and development will be a QB that you will need to know. As a DB, he is well above his peers. Has the aptitude, mindset, and hunger to play QB. Knowing his work ethic and demeanor, expect to see him behind center full time soon.
Ja’Mari Moore [WR] | Manatee High School [Manatee 7v7] | c/o 2029 | @iamjamarimoore
Only a 2029! Has the versatility to play on the outside and in the slot. Has natural ball skills and route running ability. Very fluid in and out of his breaks, just a natural runner and maintains his speed in and out of breaks as well. Athletic prospect with a projectable frame and huge upside as he develops physically and technically. A prospect that you need to highlight now, before it’s too late.
Kyair Carr [WR | DB] | Deland High School [Manatee 7v7] | c/o 2028 | @kyaircarr
Dynamic slot WR and DB! Elite savviness and competitiveness. Very quick athlete with outstanding short area burst. Highly cerebral and processes the game very fast. Consistent playmaker with speed on both sides of the ball. Maintains great composure and seems always ready for the moment. Never seems to get rattled. A great prospect who has moved from New York. Get to know this young man right now! Trust me.
Jake Carr [QB] | Sarasota Middle School [Manatee 7v7] | c/o 2030 | @QB1JakeCarr
Young Jake is a Middle School QB playing against older competition and already shows elite processing and confidence. Very accurate passer who throws with excellent touch and timing. Can drive the football as well and will only get strong as he grows naturally and develops. Very composed in pressure situations and never seems rattled in big moments. Brings a mature approach to the QB position. Very outgoing and confident, his play definitely mirrors his personality. A young prospect you will hear about for a long time.
Fred Frederic Jr. [ATH] | Miami Northwestern [TMS 7v7] | c/o 2029 | @freddypski
ATH with strong football IQ and excellent processing ability. Reads concepts well and reacts quick to what offenses are doing. Natural ball skills and a knack for finding the football. Playmaker in the secondary and plays both sides of the ball as a WR as well. Consistently making impact plays. Vocal team leader that brings energy and accountability to the team.
Jamell Johnson [WR] | Miramar High School [TMS 7v7] | c/o 2028 | @jamell_joh36893
Playmaking ability with outstanding hands and natural body control. Tracks the football well and shows the ability to adjust and finish difficult catches. Competitive receiver who consistently produces when the ball comes his way. Dependable target who finishes plays.
Martavius Conway Jr. [QB] | Tampa Bay Tech [Tampa Flex 7v7] | c/o 2029 |@MartaviusConway
Impressive arm talent and the ability to make all the throws. Shows strong leadership and command of his team. A very confident passer who can push the ball down the field and make every throw. Confident field general. Comfortable attacking all three levels with velocity and touch. Very high upside whose presence elevates the offense around him. A great prospect and one if you don’t know already, then you are late.
