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Monarch Offensive Line Could Make The Difference In 2025

Moments after their spring game wins against Fort Lauderdale Dillard and Plantation, offensive line coach Roberto Montanez gathered his linemen together to discuss their performance.

Over the past few years – as Coconut Creek Monarch has emerged as one of the state’s top teams, it has been the play of the offensive line that started to make an impact.

This is a group that competes year-round and has become close – on and off the field, which is something that Montanez and head coach Calvin Davis have worked hard to achieve.

Known over the years for the position players that the Knights produce, there is now more emphasis on what happens up front, and after last year, and so far this off-season, it has shown as they provided protection for the passing game and opened holes for a quality running game.

“We have worked very hard to make sure that we become a dominating unit up front,” Montanez, a former player at the school, explained. “You look at the success of state playoff teams and champions and you will see an offensive line that makes a huge difference.

Among those linemen who figure to impact this program this coming season as they look to battle in 6A include:

2028 – Yhael Henry, G, 6’0, 300 – 2.75 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/24040664/Yhael-Henry

2029 – D’Angelo Howard, G, 6’4, 325.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/24099180/Dangelo-Howard

2028 – Jordan Murray, T, 6’2, 290.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/23518672/Jordan-Murray

2027 - Kyle Pearson, G/T, 6’3, 290 – 3.0 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/20173402/Kyle-Pearson

2027 – Nicholas Soto, G/C, 6’0, 275 – 3.5 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19516412/Nicholas-Soto

2026 - Sebastian White, T/G, 6’4, 260.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17875215/Sebastian-White

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Monday, June 9 South Florida High School Sports Radio Show Rewind

Once again on Monday night the South Florida High School Sports Radio Show took center stage with seven impressive guests.

Each and every week, the AM 560 WQAM radio program attracts the newsmakers in high school sports, recruiting college sports – not only locally, but throughout the country.

The show gives listeners an opportunity to hear about college football programs statewide from the media that cover them. It also focuses on the coaches who use the state of Florida – Miami-Dade and Broward Counties in particular.

The show, which has run for nearly two decades, has become a popular listen for recruiting fans as well as high school sports purists, focusing on coaches and players in all sports.

Here is a look at the way Monday went:

Coach Anton Graham takes over as head coach at Southwest Miami and he talked about the Eagles.

COACH ANTON GRAHAM ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/head-coach-anton-graham-southwest-miami-senior-high-school-c7eef

Miami Central senior defensive end Otis Guyton has stepped up on the football field and in the classroom for the Rockets. He talked about being a leader.

 OTIS GUYTON ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/otis-guyton-defensive-end-miami-central-high-school-ae199

Veteran football coach Art Taylor talked about teaching and developing the talent at Cooper City as he gets his Cowboys ready for another season.

COACH ART TAYLOR ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/head-coach-art-taylor-cooper-city-high-school-03e75

Gaby Urrutia has been busy these springs and into the summer covering the University of Miami for 247 Sports and InsideTheU.com.

GABY URRUTIA ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/247-hurricanes-gaby-urrutia-fd44c

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Five Miami-Dade, Broward Summer Standouts

The one thing that casual football fans will never understand is from January through July, the recruiting process is perhaps busier than any other time of year.

Because the season is reserved for Thursday and Friday where games take center stage, many college coaches do not have the time to keep an ear close to what is happening at high schools across the country. They are trying to run their own programs.

With camps, combines, 7-on-7 events and spring football, the seven month “off-season” provides that forum the athletes need to turn heads and eventually get those offers.

As we are now two weeks into the summer, several talented prospects throughout Miami-Dade and Broward are getting the chance to thrust themselves on the radar – while others continue to enhance what many have already watched.

No matter what class it is, the prospects are out there in the hot sun at college campuses trying to get an advantage over the competition in front of the very college coaches that need to impress.

Once again, this summer, we are fortunate to be at the center of these events, watching and promoting the talent live and not from sitting behind a computer or listening to what others have to say.

As we continue to do year-round, shining the spotlight and promoting these gifted young men is what gives us a chance to assist in this competitive process.

Today, we bring you five more #305 and #954 talent that continues to make an impression:

2026 – Terrell Evans Jr., DE, 6’5, 225, Hialeah. Ever since his freshman season, here is a prospect that everyone was watching. He has size, quickness, athleticism and is always around the ball. Head Coach Tony Smith and the Thoroughbreds have something very special in this quality talent who continues to work hard and show plenty of leadership – which this program will need this coming season. Offered by Wofford, but is being looked at by a number of colleges who see some great things ahead.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/20054933/Terrell-Evans

2026 – Brandin Mincey, QB, 6’1, 170, Pembroke Pines West Broward. For those who follow this game remember the impact he made back as far as his freshman season at Miami Jackson. Makes the move north and he has been the talk of south Florida football so far this off-season. His ability to throw the ball with accuracy, run when needed and display leadership has put him in a position where he is one of the top prospects in the class for head coach Brian McCartney’s Bobcats.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/18153421/Brandin-Mincy

2026 – Xavier Payne, OL, 6’7, 314, Miami Edison. After playing a key role last season for Orlando Jones, who advanced to the 4A state title game, this FSU commitment makes the move south to play for head coach Luther Campbell and the improving Red Raiders in Class 1A. This is a very talented lineman who not only leads the way up front for a running game but also continues to improve his blocking skills. In addition to what he does on the football field, he also gets it done in the classroom (3.5 GPA) as well. Saw him for the first time during his sophomore season and he was impressive back then.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18401191/676f6457a232c3c8c26af8cb

2026 – Noah Sidan, PK/P, 5’11, 175, Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna. Over the past two years he has emerged as one of the best kicking specialists in the state – with a strong and accurate leg and has become a weapon that comes through when needed – like he did two years ago as a sophomore at Miami Norland, beating rival Miami Central twice. Last year in leading the Lions to yet another state title, he was dependable and gave the team a huge lift with his strong leg. Another student/athlete who also gets it done in the classroom, sporting a 4.0 GPA in the classroom for veteran head coach Dameon Jones and his national powerhouse.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19971498/Noah-Sidan

2026 – Michael Smarts, DE, 6’5, 230, Pembroke Pines Flanagan. A year ago as a junior at Davie Nova High, very few – of anyone – knew who he was, but that changed when he started to make an impact for the Titans and eventually turned heads at camps and combines in front of recruiting analysts who discovered that he is indeed one of the best in the class. Quick, smart and instinctive are three things that thrust him into the spotlight. Like Chaminade-Madonna standout Derrick Cooper last year, he is a perfect example that you need to attend games to find prospects who have been hidden. Makes the move to play his final season for the Falcons. Also a 3.6 student in the classroom.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/22768076/Michael-Smarts

 

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Otis Guyton Makes A Statement At FIU Line Camp

MIAMI – When it comes to under-the-radar football talent in south Florida, it is difficult to hide anyone, but you may be surprised to find out that one of the most productive and dominating players isn’t even on some college radar screens.

For the past two years, all Otis Guyton has done – from his defensive end position at Miami Central is overwhelm the competition, being one of the top sack leaders while dominating the competition.

At 6’0, 200 pounds, this Class of 2026 standout may not automatically turn heads, but that’s where you can throw the measurables out the window.

On Wednesday he was taking part in the FIU Line Camp as first year head coach Willie Simmons and his staff welcomed some of the top line prospects and 7-on-7 teams onto campus.

As his teammates were winning the Panthers’ 7-on-7 event, Guyton was doing what he does best – winning every drill and showcasing talent that is hard to overlook.

In a world where everyone strives to be the best, Guyton is easily the most productive defensive lineman in south Florida. He is a leader, his teammates look to him for his knowledge of the game, playmaking abilities and being the anchor for one of the best defensive fronts in south Florida – if not the entire state.

As he tested, went through drills and performed well during the camps, all eyes were on his direction with Coach Simmons, Defensive Coordinator Jovan Dewitt and defensive line coach Kenechi Udeze all watching and appreciating the type of player he is.

If his football skills and leadership on the field aren’t enough, he also opens eyes and doors with an impressive 3.8 grade point average in the classroom.

 

THERE WERE MORE DEFENSIVE LINEMEN WHO STOOD OUT.

While Guyton was one of the best on the field during the morning drills, he wasn’t alone. Prospects came from all over the state to showcase their skills and compete.

2026

Jakhi Barber, Miami Central

Carlos Batella, Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

Jamarion Bookhart, Titusville

Edwin Carr, Miami Ransom Everglades

Madiou Diallo, Boca Raton St. Andrew’s

Ceejay Embry, Pahokee

Terrell Evans Jr., Hialeah

Zachary Eguizabal, Miami True North Classical Academy

Jonathan Fuentes, Miami High

Rojean Gibbs, Miami Dr. Krop

Declan Kelly, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

Devin King, Hialeah

Adrian Morales Jr., Miami Lakes Barbara Goleman

Miguel Martinez, Miami True North Classical Academy

Charles Motes, Hialeah

Michael Smarts, Pembroke Pines Flanagan

Harland Wazenski, Naples

2027

Eli Chivington, Lake Mary

Justin Hill, Oasis Charter

Alejandro Jefferson, Titusville

Kelly Kasper, Key West

Aidan Loriston, Coconut Creek Monarch

Angel Robinson, Pembroke Pines West Broward

Moises Rodriguez, Miami Christopher Columbus

Andersons Syarez, Hialeah

Edwardo Thompson, Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

Marco Vega, Miami Florida Christian

2028

Jose Aragu, Miami Christopher Columbus

David Garcia, Miami Christopher Columbus

Tyler Garcia, Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

Damian Lago, Miami True North Classical Academy

David Lewis, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

Julian Moncada, Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

Hector Olivera, Miami Florida Christian

2029

Mason Gilmore, Miami True North Classical Academy

Richard Gulibaud, Hialeah

Brayden Priest, Titusville

Marco Sanchez, Hialeah

Noko Valdez III, Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

 

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West Broward Offensive Linemen Shine At FIU Camp

MIAMI – By now everyone knows that West Broward (Pembroke Pines) High will be a major force in Class 6A when the 2025 season gets started at the end of August.

Head Coach Brian McCartney and the Bobcats have already shown, during the spring and so far during the summer, that they have the skill to stay with anyone on their schedule showcasing talent during 7-on-7 events and camps.

On Wednesday at Florida International University, this program unleashed another part of their game that will certainly be something to keep an eye on.

When head coach Willie Simmons and his staff welcomed top offensive and defensive linemen to their campus – along with a 7-on-7 tournament – programs across south Florida started to get the full picture why this team will indeed be something special.

Five offensive linemen joined several other prospects for a camp that shined a spotlight on what this team will offer up front.

As several quality players took part during the morning, offensive line coach Edwin Pata had the chance to see some potential players that could land in this program in the coming years.

Here is a look at those West Broward players that turned heads:

2026 – Nathan “Nate” Dunhoft, 6’1, 260.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17940364/Nathan-Dunhoft

2027 – Avery Eason, 6’5, 300.

AWAITING VIDEO.

2026 – Bryan Granger, 6’3, 303.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19070089/Bryan-Granger

2026 – Nicholas “Nick” Ion, 6’3, 305.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/20146553/Nicholas-Ion

2026 – Alejandro Schmitt, OT, 6’7, 305.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17990712/Alejandro-Schmitt

THERE WERE MORE OFFENSIVE LINEMEN WHO STOOD OUT.

While West Broward had the spotlight shining on their prospects, there were other offensive linemen on hand who also were on hand to showcase their talent – and in many cases – jump onto the radar:

2026

Caleb Barnes, Jacksonville Bolles

Jaylen Blackwell, Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

Mekhi Bradley, Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas

Jackson Crowley, Ransom Everglades

Nasir Cruz, Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

Tyron Curnell, Ocoee

Tomas De Maria, Miami Christopher Columbus

Michael Edwards, Gainesville Buchholz

Shayne Fleming, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

Chris Flowers, Hialeah

Aldo Fundora, Miami True North Classical Academy

Killian Garrard, Parrish Community

Jorge Gomez, Miami High

Julian Gomez, Miami Christopher Columbus

Adrean Guerra, Naples

Damion Johnson, Miami Dr. Krop

Jhayce Johnson, Pembroke Pines Flanagan

James Joseph, Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

Mezzaihs McDaniel, Brownsburg, Indiana

Eric Snow, Belle Glade Glades Day

Joshua Villalonga, Hialeah

Teddy Welch, Plantation American Heritage

2027

Dante De La Fe, Miami True North Classical Academy

Ethan De Llano, Miami Florida Christian

Thomas Dericho, Hialeah

Kalel Franck, Hialeah

Anthony German, Miami High

Ja’Kobe Hampton, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

Caleb Ibebunjo, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

Jeremy Priest, Titusville

Alejandro Raldes, Miami True North Classical Academy

Ronald Riley III, Miami True North Classical Academy

Corm Shaer, Gainesville Buchholz

Nicholas Soto, Coconut Creek Monarch

Maxwell Violet, Sunrise Piper

Jamarian Wilson, Miami Central

2028

Endry Contreras, Hialeah

Kaidin Moore, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

Gregory Ryals, Hialeah

Levi Samosky, Titusville

Henrique Santos, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

Michael Siniscalchi, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

Ayden Steen, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer

2029

Damian Agudelo, Miami True North Classical Academy

Darius Little, Miami Rise Prep

Freddy Romero, Miami Florida Christian

Samu Ruiz, Miami Florida Christian

Maximus Trujillo, Miami Florida Christian

NEXT: A look at some of the top defensive players who headed to FIU.

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