MIAMI – It’s been a few days since the inaugural South Florida Portal Mega Camp & Combine at the legendary Gwen Cherry Park and players, coaches and parents are still talking about the exposure and instruction that athletes from fifth grade to their senior year in high school.

With stars Teddy Bridgewater, Mike Pouncey, Tommy Shuler and Eduardo Clements leading the way on the field, nearly 100 future prospects had the chance to test and compete with and against other athletes.

While many events are held in south Florida, very few pay attention and promote each and every prospect that attends. That’s where The Portal Mega event was out to separate itself from the rest.

As on field Camp Director Panther Smith coordinated events and broke down the camp to the parents – many who were experiencing this football showcase for the first time – everyone who took part left with a great feeling and wanting to attend in 2026.

As we did early in the week, here are some more talented young men who had the chance to come out and turn some heads:

The first ever South Florida Portal Mega Camp & Combine attracted nearly 100 football players looking to learn and find out about themselves.

While several young prospects were out there to see what the future holds for themselves on the gridiron, high school football players had the chance to make a statement.

With all the talent on hand, we bring you five gifted high school players that showcased their many skills in front of coaches and several parents who came out to support.

As we will continue to look at the inaugural event this week – featuring players and coaches – today we shine the spotlight on five prospects:

2026 – Deven Blatch Jr., OL, Pembroke Pines Flanagan. Headed toward his final season at the high school level, this young man was one of the standouts during the instruction and one-on-one competition. He will have his chance this year to make an impact for a much-improved Falcons’ team.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/23046264/Deven-Blatch-Jr

2027 – Ji’Koi Highsmith, DE, 6’2, 215, Southwest Ranches Archbishop McCarthy. GPA 4.8 / SAT 1040. For the past two years, here is a standout prospect that coaches have been talking about, and as he continues to grow and mature, this rising junior has attended several events to not only improve his game but get some much-needed exposure. With some impressive line talent at last Saturday’s event, he was singled out for his play.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/20357665/JiKoi-Highsmith

2027 – Anterrio Thornton Jr., OL, 6’1, 280, Miami Central. As the Rockets continue to reload and look for quality “big men” up front to keep the tradition alive, this is someone to keep an eye on. He is athletic and had the chance, as a sophomore, to learn and compete this past season. As he continues to mature and pick up some more technique, he is going to be a solid prospect.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/23512748/Anterrio-Thornton-Jr

2027 – Remarus “Big Man” Turnier, OL, 6’4, 280, Miami Northwestern – 3.3 GPA. Yet another young prospect who brings athleticism, a high football IQ and size to the table for the defending 3A state champion Bulls. He opens holes for the running game – while always learning to pass protect for a team that does their share of throwing the ball.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/20479193/Remarus-Turnier

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