WEST PALM BEACH – The summer camp season officially began last Friday as NAIA national powerhouse Keiser University opened its doors to over 150 athletes from all over Florida.
The “Friday Night Lights” event showcased talent from all over the state – as prospects got a jump on the long summer ahead with testing, instruction and competition.
As many athletes will find their way to colleges and universities across the nation, it’s destinations like Keiser that are often overlooked.
Under the direction of Doug Socha – and now Myles Russ, Keiser has easily been the most successful football program in Florida over the past five season – winning a national championship two years ago while appearing in three consecutive national title games.
Prospects, coaches and families made this first event of the summer a must as they came from the Panhandle, north and central Florida an everywhere in between.
South Florida, which has so many colleges to choose from, was well represented on this Friday evening as Keiser coaches led drills, tested the athletes and were there watching and evaluating future players.
Among those on hand for the first summer combine/camp were six players from head coach Art Taylor’s Cooper City Cowboys. Prospects who came. Along with Taylor and quarterback coach Chris Thomas, to jump onto the radar screen.
With former Cooper City standout Myles Notkin serving as the quarterback coach and offensive coordinator for the Seahawks, the short trip from Broward County was a must to not only show support for their own but thrust these young men into the spotlight.
Among the players on hand included:
2026 – Kegan Boyette, OL, 6’1, 270 – 4.2 GPA. This is going to be a player that the Cowboys will welcome back after spending a year at Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian. He is strong, athletic and will be essential for this team up front.
TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19985720/Keygan-Boyett
2027 – Nick Dyer, QB, 5’11, 186 – 4.9 GPA. Coming up on his third year as a starter at the varsity level, this is certainly someone who is on the radar across the state as he has attended several events.
TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19962948/Nick-Dyer
2026 – Sergio Fermin, WR/RB, 5’10, 175. Versatile offensive prospect who will be huge for this program this coming season. Benefitted from the competition on Friday.
TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17608541/Sergio-Fermin
2026 – Christian Martinez, K/P, 5’8, 145 – 3.85 GPA. Turned heads of the coaches with his strong leg with several kicks during the event. Will be one of Florida’s top specialists in 2025.
TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19962179/Christian-Martinez
2026 – Ace Taylor, WR, 5’6, 140. The son of Coach Taylor is one of the hardest workers you will find, and he made the most of his opportunities during the camp. He was a true surprise!
TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17578624/Ace-Taylor
2026 – Jake Wallace, OLB/SS, 6’2, 190. Has the size and athletic ability to play this game for several more years – and with his versatility – he will be someone to keep an eye on.
TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17578545/jake-wallace
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