| As you go through life, you start to take certain things away from it, #1 things don’t always go as planned, #2 always strive to be the best no matter what, #3 try to help people as much as you can and #4 place your hands in god the almighty for love and salvation. Football has always been for me the one place and the one thing that always brought people together. It didn’t matter, whether it was as a player, as a coach, as a spectator, or as a fan, anytime I was around football good things happened. This brings me the why I love football so much; it has to do with the relationships you make on and off the field. |  |
| I love how you meet players and families that still believe in striving to be the best. I love how you get to what the athlete is thinking, feeling, hoping along the tough road of competition. I love how you get to share in their times of happiness, disappointment, and adjustment as the athletes and the families overcome adversity, time and time again to reach their dream. I have developed great relationships over the years. In 2005 when Joe and Josh Haden came to our events and Tyrod Taylor participated and starred at the combine, I got to know their families. I texted Mr. Haden back in forth as got to watch his son win the National Championship at Florida. I get to see Mr. Taylor every year at our Hampton Roads events and share many laughs with him. | |
| Many of the players I have personally coached including Steve Beauharnais who is at Rutgers and Steve Maneri who now playing with the New England Patriots will still talk with me and discuss the different things that are going on in their lives. I enjoy seeing their progress and how far they have come in the last five years. I got to know Andrew Meredith and his father Allen, all the way from the great state of Wyoming. They used to come and train in NJ and I still talk with Allen and Andrew as they go through the daily battles and progresses of being a football family at the University of Wyoming. Andrew was one of the first athletes that we saw dominate camp after camp and on the field, but not get recruited the way he wanted, because of the remote location he came from. Andrew and Allen talk with me all the time about football, life and much more! |  |
| I have gotten to know Mr. Espinosa and his sons as they have come through our system. I got the updated from Mr. Espinosa on Dom as he signed with Texas and I get the recruiting pulse of Texas from him. Two of my favorite families The Boyd’s’ whose son Tajh is about to be the starter at Clemson, have talked with me throughout the recruiting process and still continuous update me on Tajh’s progress. They are the first family of the NUC, as they were truly the first ground up star of the National Underclassmen Combine. I got to watch him as a freshman through teardrop fades, lead Phoebus high to the state championship twice, and then through the winning touchdown at the US Army Game and then celebrate with him. The second family the Hubbard’s I have gotten to know with help and support of the development of DJ Hubbard who played in the All World Gridiron Classic. DJ’s father Tim has given us DJ’s progress and DJ has always been a star in the NUC system and we have gone through the trials and tribulations that a speedster who is slightly short has to go through. We have watched DJ go through recruiting with a great attitude towards it and handling everything always in a class manner. | |
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| Finally, but most important it brings me to the family that I have become closest to over the year. The Gauses’ through Quentin’s burst onto the scene from Rochester NY to his signing with Rutgers a few days ago, Mr. Gause and Quentin and family have been the most inquisitive, always enjoyable, very involved but always friendly and the most supportive of the NUC. Mr. Gause and I have chatted hundreds of times on the phone. Sometimes we have talked about absolutely nothing, other times we have talked about Quentin’s recruiting. Mr. Gause has also called me from the most auspicious locations, from the road driving through ice to the to the All World Game, From the Weight Room during his son’s workouts, even from the hot tub as he was enjoying an end of the day moment of relaxation. Mr. Gause and Quentin have sent me amazing tapes on Quentin’s workouts, updates on his academic performance and have always conducted and represented their family in a first class manner. I was particularly thrilled to see his dream come true! The Gauses’ represent what it means to become part of my family and the family of the NUC. I appreciate the friendship with them and the other families. As we begin the combine season today, I look forward to meeting thousands of families and developing new relationships that last a lifetime. Football= Lifelong Relationships and is the greatest thing about the sport for which I am forever indebted. | |
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The National Underclassmen Combine returned to Apache Junction last weekend for its annual Arizona Combine. The event showcased 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th graders. Here are a rundown of ten of the prospects that gave strong performances.
Jalen Brown
Athlete
Phoenix Mountain Pointe
Class of 2014The 6-foot-2, 160-pounder started at safety for Mountain Pointe this year but may have a bigger upside as a wide receiver. Brown was named the Overall MVP, the Combine King and Fastest Man (4.77 40-yard dash) for the 8th/9th Grade session. NUC coaches were impressed by his overall athletic ability for a 9th grader. He showed an excellent combination of change of direction and hands. He has a chance to be one of the best in state history before he his done.
Jalen Ortiz
Athlete
Peoria Centennial
Class of 2013Ortiz ran a time of 4.55 seconds in the 40-yard dash. He was named the Combine King and Fastest Man for the 10th grade session. He showed great coverage skills and closing speed. As a sophomore, he saw extensive time on the Coyote varsity at running back, cornerback and as a returner. He rushed for over 800 yards, had 20 tackles on defense and scored 13 touchdowns.
Priest Willis
Safety
Tempe Marcos de Niza
Class of 2013The 6-foot, 175-pounder was named the Overall MVP for the 10th grade session. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.66 seconds, had a 8-foot-9 broad jump and a 27.5 inch vertical leap. He was excellent in coverage during the 1-on-1 session. He is good looking athlete who plays with a physical style.
Shadow Williams
Linebacker
Land O'Lakes, Florida
Class of 2012Williams may not posses the ideal size/speed combination of a D1 linebacker but he has excellent instincts and leadership qualities. He earned Overall MVP honors after playing very well in the 1-on-1 portion of the event. His physical style of play was infectious at the event. He also took home Strongest Man honors after 19 reps at 185 pounds. He is originally from Arizona and said he is interested in playing for Arizona State.
DuShawn Brown
Wide Receiver
Phoenix Horizon
Class of 2012Brown was named Combine King for the 11th grade session. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.64 seconds, ran the shuttle in 4.13 seconds and had a vertical leap of 31 inches. He is a two-year starter at Horizon who earned first-team all-region honors at wide receiver this year. Arizona, San Diego State and Northern Arizona have shown early interest.
Streeter Turner
Athlete
Surprise Willow Canyon
Class of 2012Turner took home the Coaches Award for the 11th grade session. He competed at wide receiver but when injuries caused an inbalance in numbers on the defensive side he volunteered to play defensive back and arguably was the best looking prospect at safety. He earned all-region honors on both sides of the ball this year at Willow Canyon.
LeAndre Vaughn
Cornerback
Avondale Agua Fria
Class of 2012Vaughn was the Defensive Back MVP for the 11th grade session. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.68 seconds, he had a 35-inch vertical leap and 9-foot-4 broad jump. During drills he displayed great technique. In the 1-on-1 session he showed great coverage ability and closed well on the ball. He was also very vocal and showed good leadership. He is a two-way standout for Agua Fria and also stars on special teams. Arizona State and Northern Arizona have shown early interest.
Paul Elvira
Wide Receiver
Tempe Marcos de Niza
Class of 2013Elvira is a good looking prospect who took home Wide Receiver MVP honors for the 11th grade session. He showed great hands and ability to adjust to the ball. He played extensively as a sophomore for Marcos de Niza at wide receiver last season. He caught 19 passes for 313 yards and four touchdowns. He will also play safety next season.
Eric Burks
Defensive Line
Phoenix Desert Vista
Class of 2013Burks earned Defensive Line MVP honors as well as the Coaches Award for the 10th grade session. He played physical and showed good quickness in drills. He played JV for Desert Vista as a sophomore but is in line to start for the varsity this season. He has good bloodlines, as two older brothers, Adrian and Aaron, starred at Desert Vista and played for Indiana in college.
Austin Farnlof
Defensive Line
Anthem Boulder Creek
Class of 2012Farnlof was dominant in 1-on-1's and took home the Defensive Line MVP award for the 11th grade session. He played with good quickness and showed a great motor in drills. He is a two-year starter for Boulder Creek at defensive end and had 40 tackles and a sack last season.
The National Underclassmen Combine returned to Apache Junction last weekend for its annual Arizona Combine. The event showcased 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th graders. Here are a rundown of ten of the prospects that gave strong performances.
Jalen BrownAthlete
Phoenix Mountain Pointe
Class of 2014The 6-foot-2, 160-pounder started at safety for Mountain Pointe this year but may have a bigger upside as a wide receiver. Brown was named the Overall MVP, the Combine King and Fastest Man (4.77 40-yard dash) for the 8th/9th Grade session. NUC coaches were impressed by his overall athletic ability for a 9th grader. He showed an excellent combination of change of direction and hands. He has a chance to be one of the best in state history before he his done.
Jalen OrtizAthlete
Peoria Centennial
Class of 2013Ortiz ran a time of 4.55 seconds in the 40-yard dash. He was named the Combine King and Fastest Man for the 10th grade session. He showed great coverage skills and closing speed. As a sophomore, he saw extensive time on the Coyote varsity at running back, cornerback and as a returner. He rushed for over 800 yards, had 20 tackles on defense and scored 13 touchdowns.
Priest WillisSafety
Tempe Marcos de Niza
Class of 2013The 6-foot, 175-pounder was named the Overall MVP for the 10th grade session. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.66 seconds, had a 8-foot-9 broad jump and a 27.5 inch vertical leap. He was excellent in coverage during the 1-on-1 session. He is good looking athlete who plays with a physical style.
Shadow WilliamsLinebacker
Land O'Lakes, Florida
Class of 2012Williams may not posses the ideal size/speed combination of a D1 linebacker but he has excellent instincts and leadership qualities. He earned Overall MVP honors after playing very well in the 1-on-1 portion of the event. His physical style of play was infectious at the event. He also took home Strongest Man honors after 19 reps at 185 pounds. He is originally from Arizona and said he is interested in playing for Arizona State.
DuShawn BrownWide Receiver
Phoenix Horizon
Class of 2012Brown was named Combine King for the 11th grade session. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.64 seconds, ran the shuttle in 4.13 seconds and had a vertical leap of 31 inches. He is a two-year starter at Horizon who earned first-team all-region honors at wide receiver this year. Arizona, San Diego State and Northern Arizona have shown early interest.
Streeter TurnerAthlete
Surprise Willow Canyon
Class of 2012Turner took home the Coaches Award for the 11th grade session. He competed at wide receiver but when injuries caused an inbalance in numbers on the defensive side he volunteered to play defensive back and arguably was the best looking prospect at safety. He earned all-region honors on both sides of the ball this year at Willow Canyon.
LeAndre VaughnCornerback
Avondale Agua Fria
Class of 2012Vaughn was the Defensive Back MVP for the 11th grade session. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.68 seconds, he had a 35-inch vertical leap and 9-foot-4 broad jump. During drills he displayed great technique. In the 1-on-1 session he showed great coverage ability and closed well on the ball. He was also very vocal and showed good leadership. He is a two-way standout for Agua Fria and also stars on special teams. Arizona State and Northern Arizona have shown early interest.
Paul ElviraWide Receiver
Tempe Marcos de Niza
Class of 2013Elvira is a good looking prospect who took home Wide Receiver MVP honors for the 11th grade session. He showed great hands and ability to adjust to the ball. He played extensively as a sophomore for Marcos de Niza at wide receiver last season. He caught 19 passes for 313 yards and four touchdowns. He will also play safety next season.
Eric BurksDefensive Line
Phoenix Desert Vista
Class of 2013Burks earned Defensive Line MVP honors as well as the Coaches Award for the 10th grade session. He played physical and showed good quickness in drills. He played JV for Desert Vista as a sophomore but is in line to start for the varsity this season. He has good bloodlines, as two older brothers, Adrian and Aaron, starred at Desert Vista and played for Indiana in college.
Austin FarnlofDefensive Line
Anthem Boulder Creek
Class of 2012Farnlof was dominant in 1-on-1's and took home the Defensive Line MVP award for the 11th grade session. He played with good quickness and showed a great motor in drills. He is a two-year starter for Boulder Creek at defensive end and had 40 tackles and a sack last season.
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NUC Phoenix - Sophomore Jalen Ortiz Runs 4.55 in 40
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NUC Phoenix - Sophomore Jalen Ortiz Runs 4.55 in 40
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Jalen Ortiz, Sophomore and Class of 2013 of Centennial High School, RB and DB runs a 4.55 40. Jalen is interested in USC, Arizona, Arizona State and Oregon. This Top Running Back and DB was the U100 DB MVP as a Freshman and now has blasted a 4.55 in 40.He combines great athleticism with great speed.
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