Rising Junior Class Has So Many Gifted Athletes To Keep An Eye On This Season

South Florida Is Once Again Home To Soe Impressive Underclassmen

The one thing we have been fortunate to do throughout the years is promote south Florida high school football talent. Not just the 4 and 5 star athletes that everyone is getting out there, but prospects, often never talked about.

If there is a trademark for what we do, it’s certainly looking out for the “little guys” – those who are hardly ever in the conversation when speaking about talent to watch.

The thousands of athletes that we put out there during the course of a year is definitely what has made us different. While we are about getting out those quality football players who have multiple offers, the exposure we continue to provide for those on the rise is something that is rewarding and fun – decades after it all began.

No matter what class it is, our chance to watch these athletes perform in games during the course of a year is what makes this special. That is why thousands of colleges follow our social media accounts and website to see who we come up with next.

Today, once again, we bring you football talent – some already on the radar – while others are prospects that need the additional spotlight. Here are some more Class of 2022 athletes to continue keeping an eye on:

Will Bettridge, PK, Miami Gulliver Prep. Over the past year, this is someone who has shown that he is easily one of the best kickers in Florida. Winning major showcases and receiving plenty of college attention, the next two years are certainly going elevate his status even more.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/11337139/Will-Bettridge

Steve Deliard, RB, Fort Lauderdale Stranahan. In a region that is one of the best in the country, this impressive transfer figures to give the Dragons yet another weapon who will add to a very impressive off season. Has already shown that he is among the top backs coming back for 2020.

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/profile/13159357/Steve-Deliard

DeCarlo Donaldson, WR, Hialeah. When all is said and done, there may not be a better overall prospect at this position for this class. Big, physical, talented and has tremendous hands. Built like a tight end with receiver speed and amazing agility. Will continue to turn heads in 2020.

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/profile/11574459/DeCarlo-Donaldson

David Espino, Jr.,  OL, Fort Lauderdale University School. We hear about Marcus Tate, and for good reason, but head coach Daniel Luque and the Sharks truly have another big time prospect who has already shown that he can get it done against any competition. Has the chance to emerge into one of the elite line prospects in south Florida.

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/profile/11291820/David-Espino-Jr

Gerald Hernandez, OLB, Hollywood McArthur. One of those talented young men that you watch and admire and project to the time when he gets his opportunity to take a lead role. Another versatile football talent who also helped the district champion Mustangs on the offensive side as a tight end.

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/profile/11234112/Gerald-Hernandez

Earl Little Jr., DB, Plantation American Heritage. After an impressive sophomore year, here is a talented young man who is already on the radar screen, receiving offers and plenty of attention from colleges across the nation. His father, a former North Miami High, University of Miami and NFL standout has been a huge influence in his life and on his career.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/11744668/Earl-Little-Jr

Elijah McCantos, DB/WR, Miami Edison. One of the emerging stars who has shown head coach Luther Campbell and the Red Raiders that he will indeed be a special part of this program this coming season. Plays on both sides of the ball, so he is one of those versatile talents that will only improve this coming season. Keep your eye on his progress.

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/profile/12683456/Elijah-McCantos

Benjamin Profit, LB, Fort Lauderdale. Yet another of the emerging stars that head coach Richard Dunbar and his staff have been able to develop. A quick and very athletic defensive force who plays all over the field for the Flying Ls. Watch him perform and you will be able to see just how impressive he is.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/12739308/Benjamin-Profit

Jason Seraphin, DT, North Miami Beach. One of the hidden gems in south Florida who played a huge role for the Chargers. One of those prospects that can lineup on both sides of the ball for head coach Jeff Bertani and this playoff team. Has the chance to climb the ladder and really put himself into a huge spotlight in 2020.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/11332640/Jason-Seraphin

Kevin Smith, QB, Miami Palmetto. Everyone knows how talented this young man is and how hard he’s worked to put himself in the position he’s in. While he still is a work in progress, this is a physical, athletic and impressive football prospect who continues to grab the spotlight. This season could easily propel him into the national picture.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/11470569/Kevin-Smith

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