When it comes to high school sports – football in particular – what many fail to understand that it’s all about teaching and development.

While everyone loves to win, what many remember most about their experience in high school is what they learned, and how they were prepared for the future.

For Miami Westminster Christian and veteran head coach Patrick Wennin, the opportunity to get the most out of the sport is what this program has been all about since he arrived.

With his experience throughout the years in this sport, his players and assistant coaches have benefited in a great way.

As the Warriors finished up the spring and headed toward the summer, there are several veteran players who will be valuable for the younger prospects that are going through the developing stages of their career.

Finishing behind 1A powers Miami Archbishop Carroll and Miami True North Classical Academy in District 15, the approach for the 2025 season is to continue getting these athletes ready to compete as they are building on a finish that saw them win two of the final 2024 games.

PLENTY OF TALENT TO KEEP AN EYE ON

While this spring was about gaining experience and giving prospects an opportunity to get some recruiting film, the next few months will be vital for the upcoming year.

Here are some of the athletes to keep an eye on:

CLASS OF 2026

Daniel Hernandez, DE/OLB, 6’2, 205 – 5.89 GPA. One of the prospects that this team looks to on and off the field. A solid pass rusher who had 14.5 sacks, 26 tackles for loss and 56 total tackles. He gets off the ball quickly and often overwhelms offensive linemen. He was one of those led by example kind of players who will combine his work on the football field with what he has accomplished in the classroom.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18138208/672e7d340f500401a95c7fe3

CLASS OF 2027

Canyon Henry, TE/DE, 6’2, 200 – 4.84 GPA. Another versatile student/athlete that has proven he can get it done on both sides of the ball – as a producer and leader for this team. He has good hands and finds a way of getting open as a tight end, and on defense, he continues to make plays which will be essential over the next few years.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19403593/67351e6c9a5d9b5cd3255e3c

Cooper Hixon, OL, 6’5, 290 – 4.76 GPA. Here is someone who has the chance to be special, and his size will certainly open doors on the football field – while his grades will ensure that he will have every opportunity to continue playing this game at the next level. When you watch him play, you can see that he continues to get better and learn all the time. With two years left, there is plenty to be excited about.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19405060/Cooper-Hixon

Also keep your eye on versatile defensive standout Fausti Diaz (OLB/DE, 6’1, 180).

CLASS OF 2028

Britton Bayag, Athlete, 5’9, 163. Here is one of the young players that everyone is watching in south Florida. A complete athlete that can perform anywhere you place him – from offense to defense and on special teams. He is quick, athletic and has a unique understanding of this game. Keep in mind they will have this young man for three more years, and that is something that everyone is excited about for 2025 and beyond.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19403794/6735f11c474f9c709002c993

Here are some other rising sophomores to keep your eye on – including Jeremy Campbell (WR/DB, 5’9, 145), Jonathan Clauvil (WR/OLB, 6’1, 155), and Anthony Vera (QB, 5’7, 160).

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As the spring is coming to an end and summer is fast approaching, it is time to focus on the senior class of the 2025 season.

The Class of 2026 is now on the clock as the upcoming season will put these prospects directly in the spotlight.

With many of these rising seniors already deciding where they will head to after their final year, there are several talented football players who have not made that important choice that will certainly put their future in perspective.

With the transfer portal and NIL deals in place in today’s college athletics, nothing is ever etched in stone – with student/athletes making decisions each year that quickly changes the course for their future.

While many of us have an opinion on the way college athletics are run these days, there is very little we can do about it, so we take our place in this ever-changing landscape and roll with the punches.

In south Florida, there is little doubt that the talent level is among the best every year. It is evident in the college game each Saturday, and of course on NFL rosters every year.

While we have given you a look at basically every football player in the Class of 2026 in the past three plus years, today we give you five football players who many already know and have followed for several years.

These prospects will be vital to the success of their schools this coming season:

Karon Maycock, Athlete, 6’2, 210, Miami Central – 3.0 GPA. Currently committed to attend FSU, here is one of those prospects that is easily one of the best in the state of Florida, offering several positions that he can play. With new head coach Derrick Gibson in place, here is a prospect that can truly learn a lot from someone who was similar throughout his career. Not only is he physical, but skilled enough to cover in passing situations as well as making key plays defending the running game. Big time potential.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/18939858/Karon-Maycock

Jeffar Jean-Noel, WR, 5'10, 175, Plantation American Heritage. While he was recognized at the beginning of the year for his work at combines, this is actually a gifted football player who played a key role for head coach Mike Smith’s 4A state champion Patriots as a key receiver and big play prospect. Is expected to be a huge part of this program in 2025 as they defend their title with another challenging schedule. Watch him play and you will be sold!

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17848822/Jeffar-JeanNoel

Phillip Goodrich Jr., LB, 6'0, 210, Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas. One of the under-the-radar football prospects in the state, this Navy commitment is indeed a huge part of head coach Roger Harriot’s Raiders as they go after another state title. A big, physical talent who moves extremely well and is very agile on passing downs as well as going sideline to sideline making key plays. Will be a true leader for this program once again this season.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17754517/66e44d725940df518062f4a2

Tedarius Hughes, DB, 6’3, 180, Miami Northwestern. After two huge years at South Dade High, he moves over to play for the Bulls and has already shown why he is one of the best in the state. Has range, quickness, skill and speed. He can cover as well be a physical force when needed. He is a part of head coach Teddy Bridgewater’s defense that could be among the most talented in the country. This current FSU commitment plays this game with a passion that you cannot teach. Will be fun to watch him perform this season.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18201490/66e5c56a2e6b86b3cf218ae3

Dominic Turnbull, CB, 6’2, 180, Miami True North Classical Academy. For as long as many can remember, this is one of those quality prospects who has been around this great game for most of his young life. Following in the footsteps of his father who played this game at a high level, here is a versatile secondary performer who is a tremendous cover corner who also can play the safety position if needed. With the return of head coach Greg Laferre this season, the Titans will be a force, and this quality talent will be a huge reason why.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/16260330/Dominic-Turnbull

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When head coach Mike Norman, his assistant coaches and returning players talk about the 2024 season, they all look back and have to be proud of what their program accomplished.

For the Fort Lauderdale NSU University School Sharks, getting to the Sunshine State Athletic Association state title game was certainly something that many never predicted at the start of the year, but this program never quit.

Losing a tough 49-42 game to Oviedo The Master’s Academy, plenty of players and coaches were instrumental in the success of the 9-3 season.

With two consecutive playoff seasons that showcased plenty of talent, this team now looks ahead to 2025 with plenty of optimism as several players return with talent and experience.

Here is a look at some of those talented players to keep an eye on the rest of the spring and into the summer:

CLASS OF 2026

Karl Ambroise, OL/DL, 5’9, 215 – 4.09 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19363647/671d700f5c4caf2e6f418c5b

Tristan Ayala, S/OLB, 5’10, 165 – 3.5 GPA. Basketball.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/20705733/66c863683128927d006ef397

David Cushaney, OL/DL, 5’10, 250 – 3.8 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/16473952/David-Cushaney/highlights

Landan Kelly, DB, 5’10, 150 – 3.6 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16417432/617df45abd746c0bb45ab2d7

Joey Novelli, LB/DB, 5’10, 182 – 3.8 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17690473/66d86f84f118280980c34e03

Alex Peeples, WR/DB, 5’10, 155 – 3.1 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/22968623/6715948a8c1190222c0e187a

AWAITING SPRING VIDEO
Neil Malhotra, DL, 5’9, 175

Daniel Oren, LB, 5’10, 168 – 3.8 GPA

CLASS OF 2027

Brady Anderson, OL/DL, 5’11. 245 – 3.3 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19659128/673e84a56a6e145fb2df287f

Jaidyne Dixson, WR/DB, 5’10, 165 – 3.2 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19605882/67251b68da33ac90e39d2491

Charvis Hood, Athlete, 5’11, 170 – 3.1 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18208556/6722a58df55b52fb564e70c8

Carlos Avila-Lopez, WR, 5’11, 165 – 3.0 GPA. Track & Field.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19355992/Carlos-AvilaLopez/highlights

Jayden Miller, QB, 6’0, 180 – 3.2 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19271336/673d2e114d2691bd2dd35e6e

Karl Monroe, DB, 5’11, 155 – 3.0 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17861684/677d78322a743e01717dfb48

Smith Moise, OL/DL, 5’10, 195 – 3.1 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19540006/Smith-Moise/highlights

Brandon Williams Jr., DB/RB, 5’9, 170 – 3.0 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19530715/Brandon-Williams-Jr

AWAITING SPRING VIDEO

Max Stringer, OL/DL, 6’3, 305 – 3.9 GPA

CLASS OF 2028

Kobe Conway, WR/DB, 6’1, 155 – 3.88 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/22362974/672ab7dfc7012eeddc14043a

Collin Francis, Athlete, 5’10, 155 – 3.1 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/22392862/673f66990c03e47095daee5d

Kai Starks, WR/DB, 6’1, 155 – 3.2 GPA.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18437078/671e7616ef5460954febddf8

AWAITING SPRING VIDEO

Trace Derrer, LB, 5’7, 155 – 3.0 GPA

Logan Hartwig, DB/WR, 5’10, 165

Thomas Lo, OL/DL, 6’0, 335

Madan Patal, RB/LB, 5’7, 140 – 3.6 GPA

Robert Sher, OL/DL, 6’2, 255 – 3.8 GPA

CLASS OF 2029
AWAITING SPRING VIDEO

Colin Allen, WR, 5’10, 145

2025 SCHEDULE

8/14 – Jupiter Christian

8/22 – at Lakeland Christian

8/28 – Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian

9/5 – at Davie Nova

9/12 – at Boca Raton Saint Andrew’s Academy

9/25 – at Somerset Silver Palms

10/3 – at West Palm Beach Oxbridge Academy

10/10 – at Miami St. Brendan

10/16 – Miami Ransom Everglades

10/23 – Delray Beach American Heritage

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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:

Busy off season in Coral Gables and Alex Donno from Locked On Canes talked about some of the things happening as we headed toward the second week of May.

ALEX DONNO ON MONDAY NIGHT:

https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/alex-donno-from-locked-on-canes-e6b0b

With six Miami-Dade and Broward baseball teams heading to the state championships over the next week, Joe Frisaro from Sports Illustrated broke it all down.

JOE FRISARO ON MONDAY NIGHT:

https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/joe-frisaro-sports-illustrated-florida-5d83e

Over the weekend, Miami Edison’s girls flag football team brought home the 1A state title and senior Camille Candidate talked about the season.

CAMILLE CANDIDATE ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/camille-candidate-miami-edison-flag-football-36f5c

As he begins his seventh season as head coach at Bryant University, Chris Merritt and his team are ready for 2025. He joined the show.

COACH CHRIS MERRITT ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/bryant-university-head-coach-chris-merritt-cc25c

With several new faces this spring, Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace head coach Anthony Walker has been busy teaching and developing. He talked Spartans.

COACH ANTHONY WALKER ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/head-coach-anthony-walker-monsignor-pace-0628d

Could this be the best team that Cypress Bay has had in several years? Head Coach Bret Hood joined the show to talk Lightning.

COACH BRET HOOD ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/head-coach-bret-hood-cypress-bay-c3f10

He threw for over 3,000 yards and 41 touchdowns last season leading Miami Northwestern to a state title. Leon Strawder looked at the Bulls and his senior season ahead.

LEON STRAWDER ON MONDAY NIGHT:

https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/leon-strawder-miami-northwestern-f2843

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