For the past 12 years, Dennis Marroquin and his amazing group of coaches and organizers had provided a 7-on-7 experience that thousands of south Florida athletes have used as springboard.

With an alumni roster that includes current collegiate and NFL stars, the Florida Fire has earned a reputation as being one of the most talented 7-on-7 off season programs nationally.

With national titles in hand, this organization has been so popular that Marroquin and his impressive group of coaches and analysts have been able to open up a new world for so many talented athletes – from Orlando to south Miami and everywhere in between.

Last Friday night, Doral Academy was the site for the Florida Fire 13^th annual tryout and talent showcase, and well over 150 football players in all classes (2024-2027) came out on a cool evening to do what they do best – play football.

With spots open on all their teams, this Friday, the 13 event truly lived up to its billing – with gifted football talent spending over two hours making an impression.

While there were so many players on hand – some for the first time – here is a look at some of the standouts who came out in hopes of making the roster.

“We prepare for this night and this season all year,” Marroquin explained. “There are so many coaches and sponsors who make this a reality.”

In a world where many south Florida 7-on-7 teams have opted to use players from outside the area, the Florida Fire prefers to keep this group local, and things have worked out just fine.

With an impressive tournament schedule ahead, here is a look at just a few of the prospects who made their way out as Doral head coach Eddie Delgado and his staff rolled out the red carpet:

2024

Kael Alexander, QB, 6-4, 185, Miramar. 4.57 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/profile/14740851/Kael-Alexander 

Gaby Almonord Jr., CB, 6-0, 170 Pompano Beach Blanche Ely.  https://www.hudl.com/profile/15280410/Gab-Almonord-jr

Johnny Alquisiras, WR, 5-10, 160, Fort Lauderdale Stranahan. 4.7 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15372516/Jovanny-Alquisiras

Fadrelle Andrus, WR, 6-2, 170, Miami Christopher Columbus. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15100078/Fadrelle-Andrus

Jeff Bandy, CB, 5-10, 160, Miami Christopher Columbus. 4.47 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14909964/63322f61f56a3a084c24b264

Irish Brewton IV, DB, 5-10, 155, Homestead Somerset Silver Palms. 3.0 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15240746/Irish-Brewton-IV

Breon Brown, Athlete, 6-0, 160, Hollywood South Broward. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15029641/Breon-Brown

Malik Clarke, OLB, 6-1, 200, Miami Norland. 3.1 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/profile/17894942/Malik-Clarke

Jermaine Dalias, S, 6-3, 185, Coconut Creek Monarch. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15313095/633514486899190ed876608c 

Dallas Desouza, DB/WR, 5-10, 150, West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16202593/Dallas-Desouza

Tyrell Fuller, WR/FS, 5-9, 165, Deerfield Beach. 4.29 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/profile/10623205/Tyrell-Fuller

Sadonnie Gay, DB, 6-0, 180, Miami Northwestern. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16331538/63713ddfff02750998cbfb02

Jamaal Haggins, QB/Athlete, 6-1, 180, Miami Dr. Krop. https://access.qwikcut.com/highlights/638cebc43df2d208997e845f

James Hayes, QB, 6-4, 215, Coconut Creek. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15425995/James-Hayes

Tomauri Johnson, S, 6-3, 175, Miami Jackson, 3.2 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15869672/Tomauri-Johnson

Ricky Joseph, FS/RB/CB, Miami Beach. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15324564/Ricky-Joseph

Jayden Josue, DB, 5-10, 165, Pembroke Pines Charter. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16356461/Jayden-Josue

Malachi Keels, RB/SS, Miami Westminster Christian. https://www.hudl.com/profile/12530389/Malachi-Keels

Torra Kelly, CB, 5-10, 165, Deerfield Beach. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16217629/Torra-Kelly

Ricky Knight III, Athlete, 6-1, 170, North Palm Beach Benjamin. https://www.hudl.com/profile/14627999/Ricky-Knight-III 

Mikail Lee, WR/DB, 5-10, 145, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer. 3.4 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15967163/635df3f03deaa50aecf9f88f

Kaleb Lockett, DB, 5-11,150 Palm Beach Lakes. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16706549/Kaleb-Lockett

Tyreke Robergueau, WR/CB, 5-9, 145, Hollywood South Broward. https://www.hudl.com/profile/17594360/tyreke-robergeau

Keymari Robiou, RB, Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16516963/Keymari-Robiou

Juan Rodriguez, RB, 5-9, 190, Miami Beach. https://www.hudl.com/profile/17852188/Juan-Rodriguez

Semaj Wallace, WR/TE, 6-2, 215, Coconut Creek. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15414145/Semaj-Wallacev 

Luke Warnock, QB, 6-1, 190, West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman. https://www.hudl.com/profile/17290678/Luke-Warnock

Marcel Williams, WR, 5-11, 175, Pompano Beach Blanche Ely. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16020160/Marcel-Williams

2025

Dawins Charles, DB/RB, Miami Beach. 3.1 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17950740/6397e3a9ff0353061c6823b6

Isaac Forbes, RB/CB, 5-9, 170, Doral Academy. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16603439/Isaac-Forbes

Shamar Fowles, WR, 6-1, 175, Hollywood Avant Garde Academy. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16439281/Shamar-Fowles

Darriel Harper, WR, 5-10, 145, Miami Christopher Columbus. https://www.hudl.com/profile/15189516/Darriel-Harper 

Luke Indorf, WR, 6-3, 185, Hollywood  Chaminade-Madonna.

Mitch Joseph, WR, 6-2, 175, Miami Beach. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16498777/Mitch-Joseph

Anthony Ottinot, LB, 6-1, 195, Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16509429/anthony-ottinot

Ja’montay Parks, WR, 5-11, 180, Westland Hialeah. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16731845/Jamontay-Parks

Jamarcus Pierre, Athlete, 5-11, 170, Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons. https://www.hudl.com/profile/14517179/Jamarcus-Pierre

Jonathan Rousseau, Athlete, 6-1, 175, Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons. 3.4 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16201639/634b67979677de13608fa202

Alan Schael, WR/SS, Miami-Dade Christian. https://www.hudl.com/profile/17418944/Alan-schael

Austin Simmons, QB, 6-3, 195, Pahokee. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/11629740/6394c2e17bd41a05f01e09b2

Antonio Ward, CB/SS, Pompano Beach Blanche Ely. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16336292/Antonio-Ward

Keidran Willis Jr., RB/SS, 5-10, 165, Pembroke Pines Charter. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15459885/636c396bd21ade0c381eab75

Cedric Wyche II, RB, 5-10, 185, Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16676530/Cedric-Wyche-ll

2026

Jordan Campbell, DE, 6-2, 202, Hollywood Avant Garde Academy. https://www.hudl.com/profile/16898420/Jordan-Campbell

Robert Green III, QB, 5-11, 165, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer.

2027

Jack Spaeder, QB, 6-2, 165, Hollywood Avant Garde Academy. 3.82 GPA. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/18342160/63464dcc8cd45a0a54366615 

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As soon as getting the Florida International University football job, head coach Mike MacIntyre knew that if this program was going to be successful, hiring local coaches would be essential.

With several years of experience under his belt, Coach MacIntyre realized that the state of Florida – south Florida in particular – needed to be addressed and by hiring longtime area iconic coach Corey Bell, he filled a need that would go a long way in giving this program a huge local identity.

With Bell, this program would be able to tap into the local market, which is essential for any team in the nation that wants talented athletes who were not only gifted, but tested against some of the best high school football players in the nation.

When FIU headed toward the first National Signing Day, it was done in a way where local athletes were a priority – and a mix of out the area high school talent and college transfers would give this program a major boost after a season that set the table for the future.

Bell, who coached at Miami Edison and Hialeah American at the high school level as well as University of Miami, FAU, USF and the University of Florida in college, went right after some south Florida talent.

Among those who he worked hard to bring to the program included J.T. Anderson (S, 6-1, 181, Tampa - Bryant University), Toddrick Brewton (Edge, 6-4, 215, Miami Northwestern), Mister Clarke (S, 6-0, 175, Miami Carol City), Victor Evans III (S, 6-0, 165, Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace), Jamari Holliman (CB, 6-1, 165, Miami Norland, Mykeal Rabess (OT, 6-5, 265, Miami Norland) and South Florida Offensive Player of the Year, Keyone Jenkins (QB, 6-0, 187, Miami Central).

ACHIEVING THE NO. 1 CLASS

After the first National Signing Day, the Panthers were the No. 1 team in the conference, and Bell, David Yost, Jovan Dewitt, Eric Hickson, Ricky Brumfield, Greg Austin, Jay MacIntyre, George Frazier, Joshua Eargle, Nate Taye and Coach MacIntyre all combined to get some quality talent.

Among those standouts included John Austin (WR, 5-9, 165, Richmond Foster, Texas), Rowdy Beers (TE, 6-5, 225, Littleton Valor Christian, Colorado), Jaheim Buchanon (OT, 6-2, 280, Lehigh), Travis Burke (OL, 6-6, 260, Hollywood South Broward – Gardner Webb), Antoine Cobb (DL, 6-4, 240, Frostproof), Jack Daley (DL, 6-4, 315, Glastonbury, Connecticut – Bryant University), Landon Hale (S, 6-1, 185, Yulee), Avery Huff (LB, 6-3, 200, Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas – University of Miami), Shomari Lawrence (RB, 6-0, 200, Pompano Beach Blanche Ely – South Dakota) and receiver Luby Maurice (WR, 6-2, 180, Wellington Palm Beach Central).

There were also Kyle McNeal (WR, 6-2, 170, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer), Christian Pedersen (TE, 6-5, 230, San Mateo Junipero Sierra, California – Louisville), Eric Rivers (WR, 6-1, 165, Chattanooga McCallie, Tennessee – Memphis University), Braden Staten (TE, 6-6, 210, Green Hill Mount Juliet, Illinois), Marquez Tatum (DL, 6-4, 265, Mobile Leflore, Alabama), Elijah Anderson-Taylor (LB, 6-0, 220, Centennial Eaglecrest, Colorado – Northern Colorado) and Clewiston cornerback Preston Thompson (6-0, 170).

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If you have followed us for any length of time, you already know that while we do spotlight and promote elite football talent in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, we also spend plenty of time making sure that EVERYONE who plays the sport also gets their share of the pie as well.

Via social media and other outlets, the one thing that we have been able to do is get teams, players and coaches – at every level – some of that much needed promotion that colleges and universities are always searching out.

Following football year-round – with no breaks at all – there is an opportunity to shine the light on student/athletes in every class and at every level.

Today, we put our focus on top-flight 2025 prospects who have already been getting attention, but some not enough.

We personally want to thank college and high school coaches, players and fans for the positive communication that they send us, recognizing what we do to assist in this process.

Deandre Desinor, RB/Athlete, 5-9, 170, Plantation American Heritage. This recent North Broward Prep transfer is easily one of the top prospects in the south Florida – after watching him the past two years. He is a tremendous line from scrimmage runner as well as key on passing downs and as a return specialist. He is quick, instinctive and can turn a game around just like that. Huge pickup for the defending 2A state runner up Patriots.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16029752/636665462ab0b809749ea921

Chris Ewald, CB, 6-1, 170, Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna. Talk about making a major impact at the varsity level, this early University of Michigan commit has been showcasing his skills at the varsity level for two years, competing against some of the top football talent statewide, regionally, and nationally. Gifted cover corner who has the size and athletic ability to lineup against anyone – as he shows in practice each and every day going against elite offensive talent.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/15107318/Chris-Ewald

Ben Hanks Jr., CB, 6-1, 165, Miami Booker T. Washington. After starting his freshman season at Doral Academy, this is someone who has been on the radar screen for two full years – as he continues to get better, working harder and learning from some outstanding talent. The son of one-time Miami High and Florida Gator standout, this coming season will see him start to further reach his potential. Already holds offers from some impressive Power 5 programs nationally.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16372248/6154be25d21c960ad0278d5e

Darriel Harper, WR, 5-9, 150, Miami Christopher Columbus. If you haven’t watched this quality talent play yet, we suggest that you keep your eye on this gifted playmaker who has the chance to be very special over the next two years. Already made an impact on the 4M state champion Explorers. As he matures and grows physically, you will see him continue to transform into a top-flight receiver. One who college coaches will start to flock to – with good reason. Solid talent on the rise.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/15189516/Darriel-Harper/about

Rayquan Williams, RB/S, 5-8, 165, Miami Sunset. Part of getting out and watching prospects live, you run into gifted football players like this who are way under the radar. Despite an injury this past season, you can see just why coaches and players have been raving about this young man over the past year. Those who watched him play agree that over the next two seasons – if he remains healthy – will leap into the spotlight because he is a tremendous football player who is loaded with athleticism.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/16221274/Rayquan-Williams

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When he took over the job at South Miami a few years back, Arties Knight knew his work would definitely be cut out for him.

But while the program had to do nearly a total rebuild, the veteran coach realized that the one thing he had in his pocket was the fact at the youth football level – especially in south Miami Dade – he was indeed respected and looked upon by athletes, coaches and parents as someone who has helped to not only teach the game of football, but also lessons in life.

Building a football program has taken a backseat to building character and continue to turn these young men into productive members of society as well as developing positive habits in the classroom.

Coming off a 5-4 season, the task continues and developing on and off the playing field is a process that continues – and while every student/athletes doesn’t have a 4.0 in the classroom, the ground is set each and every day.

With a talented senior class getting ready to move on, the underclass is now taking the spotlight and accepting the leadership that was left to them by the Class of 2023.

While there is still a long way to go progress is being made as this spring will help fill in the gaps for a number of prospects who still need to have some film for college coaches to get a look at.

CLASS OF 2024

Christopher Gispert (DB/WR, 5-11, 167 – 2.46 GPA).

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/profile/17420824

Gary Kendrick (WR/Slot/QB, 5-9, 165 – 2.3 GPA)

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/profile/15227487

Tyler Johnson (DE/DL/LB, 5-11, 150 – 3.7 GPA).

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17719388/Taylor-Johnson

Jalin Mack (WR/Slot/DB/ATH, 5-9, 150 – 2.4 GPA).

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/profile/15301662

AWAITING FILM

Vincent "Moby" Blanding (OL/T/DL, 6-4, 250 – 2.5 GPA)

Raheem Coleman (DB/RB/ATH, 5-10, 170).

Tavon Gamble (DL, 5-10, 180 – 2.5 GPA).

Tony "TJ" Jones Jr. (DL/FB, 5-8, 220 – 3.0 GPA).

Corey Lawrence (RB/KR, 5-5, 155 – 2.7 GPA).

Tarius Miller (WR, 5-9, 160 – 2.3 GPA).

Sean Reyes (DB/WR/ATH, 5-10, 160 – 3.0 GPA).

CLASS OF 2025

Kaelem "Bad-Feet" Collins (WR/TE/LB/DE/P, 6-2, 198).

TAPE: http://www.hudl.com/v/2JxBps

Jaden Gonzalez (DB/WR, 6-1, 170 – 2.81 GPA).

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/16358033/Jaden-Gonzalez

Diego Montes (OT/DT, 6-0, 280 – 2.2 GPA).

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16332223/6362d11915f64e0d2000b00a

AWAITING FILM

Nicholas Acebal (TE, 5-11, 175 – 2.3 GPA).

Nicholas Jaramillo (WR, 5-10, 145 – 2.2 GPA).

Corey Miller (OL/G/C, 5-10, 275 – 2.1 GPA). Grandson of NFL Hall of Famer and South Miami alum, Derrick Thomas.

Tyreek Nunnally (DL, 5-6, 215 – 2.3 GPA). 20-Solo tackles, 6-Tackles for loss, .5-Sacks.

Steven Ruiz (WR, 5-7, 160 – 2.4 GPA).

Joseph Zapata (DB, 5-9, 160 – 3.8 GPA).

CLASS OF 2026

AWAITING FILM

Jermain Allen (WR/SLOT, 5-5, 130 – 2.1 GPA).

Yaniel Crespo Jr. (OL, 5-10, 230 – 2.4 GPA).

Allan Delnodal (TE, 5-11, 180 -2.4 GPA).

Daniel Dunaway (OL, 5-10, 180 – 2.3 GPA).

Dyllan Dunaway (OL, 5-11, 225 – 2.4 GPA).

Ernesto "EJ" Lara Jr. (OL, 5-7, 200 – 4.0 GPA).

Jahiem Mack (QB/WR, 5-9, 130 – 2.306 GPA).

Alan Lopez-Ortiz (K/P. 5-11, 145 – 3.2 GPA).

Kevin Peña (OL/G/C, 5-9, 240 – 2.9 GPA).

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