THE ROYAL LIONS FILE

Head Coach: Helder Valle

2021 Record: 10-1

THE SCOOP

While the best season in school history came to a crashing halt in the first round of the state playoffs, the mood around this program is as high as it’s ever been.

After 10 straight wins in the regular season – which included victories over Coral Springs Charter (50-0), Miami Belen Jesuit (8-7), Immokalee (47-6), Homestead Everglades Prep (42-6), Miami St. Brendan (35-0), Somerset Academy South Homestead (47-6), Pembroke Pines Somerset Academy (23-3), Coconut Creek North Broward Prep (48-0), SW Ranches Archbishop McCarthy (41-8) and Fort Lauderdale Pine Crest (14-13), it was that rematch with Pine Crest – in the opening round of the state playoffs – that derailed the dream season.

The 10-7 setback may have dampened what was an amazing year, the Royal Lions headed into the off-season with a hollow feeling.

With the spring in full swing – and the summer coming up – keep an eye on this talented program once again in 2022.

Here is a look at some of the gifted prospects this program has:

CLASS OF 2023     

Demetrius Johnson (WR, 6-4, 170 – 2.8 GPA)

Preston Ladry (WR, 6-5, 190 – 3.9 GPA)

Ervenson Liberte (Athlete, 5-9, 200 – 4.1 GPA)

Dario Melendez (DT, 6-1, 280 – 2.8 GPA)

Nate Peterson (DE, 6-3, 190 – 3.5 GPA)

Frankie Tinilau (LT, 6-6, 310 – 2.8 GPA)

Ivan Zivenko (P, 6-5, 210 – 3.8 GPA)

CLASS OF 2024

Stesen Angelo (QB, 6-2, 185 – 3.3 GPA)

Angel Cedeno (OL, 6-2, 270 – 3.3 GPA)

Jamari Green (LB, 6-1, 190 – 2.5 GPA)

Elijah Henton (WR, 5-8, 165 – 2.6 GPA)

Jaden John (DL, 6-1, 225 – 3.5 GPA)

Charquez Lee (LB, 6-2, 210 – 2.7 GPA)

Jaylen Morris (Athlete, 5-9, 165 – 3.5 GPA)

Lavaris Stanford (CB, 6-1, 170 – 3.2 GPA)

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THE DRAGONS FILE

Head Coach: Travis Harden

2021 Record: 7-5

THE SCOOP

When you look back at the 2021 season, you will notice that this team made some major strides.

While making the playoffs was certainly a goal at the start of the season, this team not only reached the post season, but beat Estero (37-0) in the opening round.

While losses to powerhouse 4A state champion Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons (37-8), Miramar (21-0), 3A state champion Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna (51-0) and the always tough Plantation American Heritage (35-0) in the regular season – and to then unbeaten Miami Killian (37-0) in the second round of the playoffs were tough, this team focused on the positives.

Wins against Coral Springs Taravella (44-0), Hallandale (54-6), Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson (40-0), Jensen Beach (20-6), Boynton Beach (26-7) and longtime rival Fort Lauderdale (36-0) showed that this is a program that has the potential to do some impressive things in 2022.

Here is a look at some of the prospects to keep an eye on this spring/summer:

CLASS OF 2023     

Tyreke Burrows (OL/DL, 6-2, 330 – 2.6 GPA)

Clinton Danzey Jr. (QB, 6-2, 175 – 2.7 GPA)

Norman Gadsden II (DB, 6-3, 185 – 3.4 GPA)

Raheem Hall (OL/DL, 6-2, 320 – 2.7 GPA)

Andrew Hinds OL/DL, 6-4, 285 – 2.8 GPA)

Jalyn Jackson (H-Back, 6-2, 215 – 2.7 GPA)

Chris Mason (Athlete, 5-11, 175 – 2.6 GPA)

Zamari McKenley (WR, 5-10, 165 – 4.2 GPA)

Sincere Rodriguez (RB, 5-11, 205 – 3.2 GPA)

Elijah Williams (DB, 6-2, 165 – 3.2 GPA)

Hykeem Williams (WR, 6-4, 215 – 3.2 GPA)

CLASS OF 2024

Jovanny Alquisiras (WR, 5-7, 160 – 4.7 GPA)

Allen Archie (LB, 6-1, 205 – 3.0 GPA)

Joshua Hoggins (WR, 6-0, 165 – 2.8 GPA)

Kaleb Lawrence (DB, 5-11, 175 – 3.1 GPA)

Miles Mathis (DB, 6-2, 170 – 2.8 GPA)

Jarvaris Miller (WR, 6-2, 165 – 2.5 GPA)

Cris Thornton (WR, 6-5, 170 – 2.7 GPA)

Rueben Toombs (QB, 6-1, 165 – 2.6 GPA)

CLASS OF 2025

Tyler Jackson (Athlete, 5-9, 160 – 3.7 GPA)

CLASS OF 2026

Demetrius Hixon (OL, 6-6, 330)

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THE BULLS FILE

Head Coach: Max Edwards

2021 Record: 10-4

THE SCOOP

If you follow this football program you already know that the past two years were not easy times around Liberty City.

Losing to rival Miami Central was tough to take last season – and the Bulls did it twice. The second one was one of the worst setbacks (49-6) they suffered in a long time. But those two losses to the Rockets and the IMG defeat were not as tough as the game that kept this program from getting back to the state title game.

After reeling off playoff wins against Fort Myers (71-19), Naples (49-35) and Plantation (57-14), the matchup with Tampa Jesuit was one that they felt they could win – even though they were on the road against an unbeaten team that had already knocked St. Thomas Aquinas from the national picture.

The Bulls had been on such a roll, especially on offense, that they felt that the football they were playing was as good as anyone in 6A.

The 37-12 put a focus on 2022, and so far, the off-season has been all about rebuilding and getting this team ready for the upcoming season.

Here is a look at some of the players to keep an eye on this spring and summer:

CLASS OF 2023     

Jose Aguirre (DL, 6-0)

Ethan Augustin (DB, 5-10 – 2.6 GPA)

Albert Avant (OL. 5-11 – 2.5 GPA)

Gerald Baker (DL, 6-3 – 2.5 GPA)

Kameron Brantley (DB, 6-1)

Toddrick Brewton (OLB/DE – 3.2 GPA)

Tramaine Brown (Athlete, 5-11 -2.5 GPA)

Eddie Byrd (DL, 5-10 – 2.5 GPA)

Marlin Cochran (RB, 5-10 – 2.7 GPA)

Rashad Davis Jr. (WR, 6-0 - 3.9 GPA)

Taron “Tyger” Dickens (QB, 5-11 – 2.7 GPA)

Dwayne Escoffery (OLB/DE, 6-4 – 2.5 GPA)

Derek Feletes (PK, 5-10 – 3.0 GPA)

Antonio Flovil (OL, 6-3 – 2.5 GPA)

Jamari Ford (RB, 5-7 – 3.0 GPA)

Amara Franck (FB, 5-10 – 3.0 GPA)

P.J. Faulk (TE/H-Back, 6-3 – 2.8 GPA)

Nathaniel Gibson (OLB/DE, 6-3 – 2.5 GPA)

Jacari Jackson (LB/DE, 5-10 – 2.5 GPA)

Andy Jean (WR, 6-2 – 3.1 GPA)

Tyquan Johnson (LB, 6-0 – 2.5 GPA)

Jaiziah Lugo (LB, 6-0 – 3.8 GPA)

Kareem Maycock (LB, 6-0 – 3.0 GPA)

Phillip Mickle Jr. (DL, 6-2 – 2.5 GPA)

Cornell Mims (WR, 5-7 – 3.2 GPA)

Adam Moore (WR, 6-3, 210 – 2.5 GPA)

Jamie Pickette (LB, 5-10 – 2.5 GPA)

Keshaun Sims (WR, 6-0 – 2.65 GPA)

Nazir Ward (DB, 6-0 – 3.0 GPA)

Nathan Washington (WR, 6-2 – 2.5 GPA)

Jaylin West (WR, 5-9 – 2.5 GPA)

Matthew Williams (DL, 5-11 – 2.55 GPA)

CLASS OF 2024

Nathaniel-Julien Blanc (OL, 6-3 – 3.1 GPA)

Clifton Brown (DB, 5-10 – 3.3 GPA)

Tramayne Carson (OL, 6-3 – 2.5 GPA)

Jarvis Hill (DL, 6-1 – 2.5 GPA)

Jamari Howard (DB, 6-3 – 2.5 GPA)

Jerome Johnson (OLB/DE, 6-0 – 2.5 GPA)

Joshua King (DL, 6-1 – 2.6 GPA)

Delvin Martin (LB, 5-10 – 2.5 GPA)

Myron Parker (TE/DE, 6-4 – 3.17 GPA)

Maurice Reath (OL, 6-2 – 2.55 GPA)

Leroy Taylor (OL/DE, 6-1 – 2.5 GPA)

Guylijah Theodule (DB, 6-1 – 2.5 GPA)

Felix Ward (LB, 5-11 – 2.5 GPA)

Antwan Williams Jr. (LB, 5-11 – 2.5 GPA)

CLASS OF 2025

Johnathan Brown (DB, 6-0 – 2.55 GPA)

King Davis (RB, 5-10 – 3.0 GPA)

Emmanuel Poitier (QB, 5-10 – 2.5 GPA)

Wilnerson Telamaque (DL, 6-4 – 2.5 GPA)

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THE GENERALS FILE

Head Coach: John Harris

2021 Record: 2-8

THE SCOOP

For much of the past decade, Miami Jackson has watched football programs around them flourish – often times with players who belonged to the Generals.

Miami Edison, Miami Booker T. Washington, Miami Northwestern, Miami High and powerhouse Miami Central have done very well - while this once storied program has not advanced.

With veteran head coach John Harris, one of the best the school has ever produced, feeling his way back into the area landscape, this off-season has changed the course – with new coaches and prospects who could put this program back on the map.

Remember, Jackson has long been home to some quality football talent that runs deep – starting with the legendary Lee Corso and Joe Brodsky, but also Curry Burns, Elvis Dumervil, Lenny Harris, Elliott and Laverga Walker, Quinton Flowers, Cecile Johnson, David Little, Joe McCall, Fred Robinson, Mike Strachan and Harris among others.

This is a program that has tried a number of football coaches to turn things around, but what has gone on the past few months may see the interest shift back to Alapattah, and that has fans and alumni feeling pretty good.

Here is a look at some of the football talent that looks to change the fortune of this program:

CLASS OF 2023

Kaleb Barnet (DB, 5-11, 185)

Mamadou Cissokho (DT/OL, 6-5, 290)

George Colebrook (OL, 6-5, 315)

Byron Holt (QB, 5-10, 165)

Damian Maturell (WR/LB, 5-10, 190)

Darius McDonald (DL)

Jamal McKinney (DB, 6-0, 185)

Eric Seay (Athlete)

CLASS OF 2024

Verron Clarke (TE, 6-4, 240)

Ezrin Green (OL, 6-5, 270)

Malcolm Johnson (SS, 6-2, 185)

Tomauri Johnson (FS, 6-3, 175)

Tyclean Luman (DE, 6-3, 245)

Tycoolhill Luman (DE, 6-4, 245)

Junior Mensama (MLB, 5-11, 195)

CLASS OF 2025

Darius Currington (DL, 6-1.5, 280)

Jahmari Smith (WR, 6-0, 165)

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