It was the first time but certainly not the last Schuman's NUC graced the field in Arkansas. Little Rock was rockin' indeed last Saturday morning, with an impressive group of 8-10th graders leaving their blood, sweat and tears on the gridiron with the prospects of earning a scholarship to play at the next level.
Marquis Walker (Rison HS) was the top player of the session, winning the Sophomore Overall MVP. The 5'9.5 173 lb standout had a 34.5 inch vertical, 9'0 broad jump, ran a 4.57, bench pressed 155 lbs 20 times and put on a clinic during 1 on 1's. He definitely has a bright future in football.
"Marvelous" Marvell Harris (Little Rock Central) is a stud athlete and a gifted running back. With the ability to do it all at 5'7, Harris had a 35.5 inch vertical, 9'9 broad jump, ran a 4.36 shuttle, 4.54 40 and was the top RB during 1 on 1's. His outstanding day earned him the coveted Combine King and RB MVP awards.
Tysean Norris (Harding Academy) and Desmond Smith (Bentonsville) shared the WR MVP award but have a lot more in common than that. Both prospects had quick feet, good hands and caught the ball well.
Central HS' Brian Anderson is a powerful linebacker and won the LB MVP. At 5'9.5 228 lbs, Anderson bench pressed 155 lbs 24 times, ran a 4.55 shuttle and played physically during 1 on 1's.
Dillon Turner is only 5'4 123 lbs, but as an 8th Grader, he has plenty of time to develop. Talent wise, he has terrific mechanics, makes good decision and is light on his feet. A unanimous choice for the 8th grade MVP, Turner has a bright future.
Finally, Jemar Clark is a big body and a lineman who has to be respected. The 6'4.5 276 lb OL MVP pushed around the opposing linemen during 1 on 1's and proved that size does matter.
Arkansas has an abundance of talent and a return seems imminent.
