When you look at the Miami Jackson Generals football program this spring, keep in mind that what happened during the past few years will not be swept under the rug, but used as motivation moving forward.
To fully comprehend where this program has been the past decade is to know that it is still one of Miami Dade’s storied programs with a long list of elite players and coaches who have walked the hall of this school for decades.
One of those elite performers is Kenyatis Lewis. One of the top student/athletes this program has produced through the years, he decided that enough was enough. Tired of watching from afar this football program continue to decline, he came back and started to rebuild this team and perception – from scratch.
While he knows that this will be a process, he was willing to do things the way he learned from some of the best coaches while competing with superior athletes.
When he accepted the position, he told the current administration that if he came back, things would have to be done the “Jackson General Way” – in the classroom and on the field.
Surrounding himself with coaches who knew the culture and understood what needed to be done was a must, and this spring, while everything has been an uphill climb, this program has started to come together – with a proven winning philosophy.
GROWING PAINS ARE EXPECTED
There is no getting around the fact that the talent level is nowhere near where it will be, but those players who came out this spring have accepted the challenge to return this program to the level where many of the best talent have performed for decades.
This program has had two winning seasons in the past 10 years and just seven in 21 years. That is going to change.
CLASS OF 2027
This is usually the spot where teams are developed. The rising senior class provides experience and talent – and while there are a few players who will lead, the lack of depth will be a concern early on.
Keep an eye on Johnny Joassaint (LB, 5'8, 164) and Nathan Wilson (OL, 6'4, 285) – as well as Defensive End Dominique Williams (6'2, 217).
UNDERCLASSMEN WILL BE HUGE IN THE DEVEOPMENT OF THIS PROGRAM
With a lack of experienced seniors, keep an eye on the younger prospects this team will feature this coming season.
So far this spring the rising juniors (2028) have made some major strides – with receiver Spencer Brown (5'7, 166) and defensive tackle Jose Flores (6'2, 240) stepping up.
Also, keep an eye on prospects such as Jonel Bruno (DB, 5'9, 160), Jeremiah Clark (LB, 5'11, 180), Charnell Daniels (RB, 5'9, 180), Jer'Quan Eaton (QB, 6'2, 170), Omar Napoles (WR, 6'0, 170), Deion Raphael (DB, 5'10, 160) and receiver Christopher Urdaneta (6'3, 174).
While the rising juniors will certainly help in the growth, the Class of 2029 rising sophomores will truly be the cornerstone for the future. Leading the way so far are Travis Coley (DB, 5'10, 150), Devontae Dixon (WR, 5'10, 172) and receiver Dwayne King (6'2, 167).
In addition, other players on the rise have been Teterion Bradley (DE, 6'2, 180), Trevino Dixon (WR, 5'11, 153), Ethan Pearson (RB, 5'8, 183), Ja'Dan Stanley (DT, 5'9, 295) and quarterback Noko Valdes (6'3, 230).
2025 Miami Jackson Generals
North Miami, L 46-6
Miami Immaculata LaSalle, L 50-0
Homestead Somerset Academy Silver Palms, L 31-0
Hialeah American, L 28-6
Miami St. Brendan, L 35-6
Miami Northwestern, L Forfeit
Miami True North Classical Academy, L 42-0
Key West, L 54-6
Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy, L 45-0
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