Get used to the name Max Wilson (6-0 205 Sr. RB/LB) as he will be one of the breakout players state wide in 2013. The Silverton Foxes will come back ranked our #3 (5A) team to start the season and Wilson will be a big reason why. The Foxes went (12-1) last season, winning the MWC, probably the toughest 5A conference in the state. The…
If you’re a fan of the Seattle Seahawks, there’s a chance you’ve seen fullback Michael Robinson’s YouTube show “The Real Rob Report” where the Pro Bowler interviews teammates, coaches and lets you see life behind the scenes in the NFL. At Barton Football Academy’s final event of the year we put nationally ranked defensive tackle, and Washington State commit, Marcus Griffin of Bellevue (Wash.) with…
One of the top DE’s in the country, Connor Humphrey’s (6-4 260 Sr.) of Central Catholic, made his intentions known Saturday committing to the Arizona State Sun Devils. Humphrey’s is a kid that we have gotten to know well over the last few season’s as he has been an active member of the Barton Football Academy. He held offers from most of the Pac 12…
We recently told you about Gig Harbor (Wash.) standout wide receiver Reese Carlson and his commitment to the University of Montana. But Carlson isn’t the only college prospect that will take the field for Tides this fall. Along the offensive line you’ll find another player who has what it takes to continue playing at the next level in Owen Taylor. Taylor is a 6-foot-4, 290-pounder…
A program on the rise at the 5A level is the Putnam Kingsmen out of Milwaukie. They graduate a majority of their starters from last season , but have talented younger athletes up and down the board. The 2012 JV squad went 9-1 and the frosh team went 5-2, with the youth numbers being as high as they have ever been. Its hard to put into words…
Federal Way (Wash.) DB Keenan Curran has emerged this offseason as one of the most sought-after prospects in the state, regardless of position. As Washington’s #3 ranked defensive back in the 2014 class, the 6-foot-2, 185-pound Curran possesses the ability to play both the safety and cornerback position. Curran currently holds offers from Montana, Eastern Washington, Yale, Wyoming, Portland State, Army, Air Force,…
One of the top two way threats in the country, Devante Downs (6-3 230 Sr. RB/LB) of Mountlake Terrace, made his intentions known Thursday committing to the University of California-Berkley. Downs ranks as our co #1 RB and top LB for the 2014 class in the state of Washington. He rushed for over 1,300 yards and 23 TDs offensively, while accounting for 90+ tackles and 6 sacks on defense….
Our most recent #NEIpoll asked what is your favorite football or sports-themed movie. Once again we saw a wide array of responses coming from players, coaches and parents alike. Many of you shared similar selections as the NEI team picked, while others went a different route. One thing is for sure, there has been no shortage of quality football flicks that have been produced over the years. Check out what…
This list is composed of the top athletes within each league, who are the current favorites for Conference Player of the Year honors within Oregon at the 5A level. This is not based on the top collegiate recruits. It is a prediction that takes into account what that individual could do for his team during the season, regardless of where he projects at the college level. MWC OFFENSIVE 1. Jake…
He can play multiple spots on the field, he gets it done in the classroom, and he knows what he wants to get out of playing the game of football. Simply put, Tacoma (Wash.) Fife DB Keanu Songcuan is the total package. Athletically, Songcuan is incredibly gifted, with speed being one of the class of 2014 prospect’s biggest assets, running reported times of 4.63 seconds…