Author: Joyce Oscar
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Jaylon Swain: An Exemplary Scholar Athlete
By Joyce Oscar The Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Alabama is a landmark that is well-known to the racing world. Many flock to the track to feel the adrenaline rush from the engines and the smoked filled air. But just ten miles away on a Friday night, there is a different rush happening. It’s 7:00 PM and…
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Trey Gory, Big Man on Campus
By Joyce Oscar More often than not, 6-foot, 255-pound Trey Gory is asked ” You’re a big boy, do you play football?” The answer is yes and he plays his position very well. Trey is an extraordinary talent and brings both size and unique athleticism at the Nose Guard position. As I watched his 2015-2016…
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Spencer Brasch: Greatness in the Making
“I will continue to be a great athlete, and even better student in the coming years as I pursue a college education.” By Joyce Oscar Many may have heard of Gilbert, Arizona because of Highland High School, which groomed some great athletes in both baseball and football. One great to emerge from Highland High is…
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Rewind the Grind with Top Performer Landen Johnson
By Joyce Oscar Summer vacation is about cool icy treats, water parks, sleeping in late and just having fun. Although lineman Landen Johnson has been working hard to perfect his craft and prepare for his collegiate future this summer…he has had fun doing it. While scrolling through his twitter time line, you see posts like “FBU camp…
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Chaisen Buckner: In the Wind
By Joyce Oscar Class of 2020 Chaisen Buckner of North Murray High had an awesome freshman debut game. He rushed for 70 yards and ran in a touch down against Christian Heritage High School. Keep up with Chaisen’s season highlights here with Play Book Athlete.
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Tyler DeSue: Ready for the Season
By Joyce Oscar We may have been used to seeing quarterback Tyler DeSue in an Ocean Lakes Dolphin uniform but take notice of his new colors this season. The dual threat quarterback will be sporting green and gold while playing for Bishop Sullivan Catholic High School. A new coach, a new quarterback and a…
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Let’s Get to Know Kody Morrell
By Joyce Oscar Apopka, Florida…the home of Steve Baylark, Warren Sapp and 2021 Kody Morrell. In order to be a great athlete, you have to think like a great athlete. Much like those mentioned previously, the young Winter Park Tiger QB knows and has what it takes to reach his goals. His name is synonymous with purposefulness, perseverance…
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Tommy Jako: A Nose Guard Ready for Battle
By Joyce Oscar The first time I saw my son play football he was put in the game as a Nose Guard. Unfortunately, he was probably the smallest kid on the field. Not only did that baffle me, it worried me more. One thing the Frankfort High Varsity team doesn’t have to worry about…
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Dillon Waye: The 2018 QB to Watch
By Joyce Oscar Cover Photo courtesy of Sonny Kennedy Photography This off-season was packed with opportunity for this 2018 powerhouse quarterback. Not only did he help lead his Tiger teammates to a clean sweep win in the UGA 7 vs 7 tournament 7-0, but Dillon made his way to…
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Matthew Neff: Ready for Grind Time
The lights go on and fans begin to enter the stadium. The smell of delicious treats being prepared at the concessions stand fills the air. Coaches are in the locker room giving their pep talks to their teams and adrenaline is pumping through the bodies of teenage football players. Everyone anticipates the 7:00 kickoff on the…
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Jon-Allen Cross is Ready for the Lights
“Looking forward to the first of many camps this season working today with the coaching staff @LWC_Football“. This post was seen on Jon-Allen Cross’ twitter page at the onset of summer. He says he’s faster and stronger than he was in 2015 so his opponents need to be ready. He is also excited about the extra training and…
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Kobe Stewart is a Game Changer
#stayhumble #getnoticed BY JOYCE OSCAR COVER PHOTO by NATALIE PIERCE Watching the film of Kobe Stewart I am taken back to the first moment I saw my then nine-year-old son intercept a pass and run a 90-yard touchdown. The hands on this young 2020 athlete are simply amazing and his speed is a force to be reckoned…
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Zachary Smith is Committed to the Grind
“If you’re not giving 100% effort you’re not working hard enough!” 2017 DE/TE Zachary Smith truly understands that hard work pays off. He doesn’t just believe it, he lives it. While scrolling through his Twitter timeline, you get a glimpse of his daily routine. All summer Zachary has been working on his craft and preparing…
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Collin Richardson: “Striving for Greatness”
BY JOYCE OSCAR COVER PHOTO by The Play Book From Whitefield to Woodward, it doesn’t matter which side of the city the turf is on, 2019 Punisher Collin Richardson will dominate. Yes you heard correctly, the 6’0″ 245 lb. Defensive End has been added to the War Eagles’ roster for the Fall of 2016. It…
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Chris Tyree is Working Hard for the Money
“Nationally Recognized” Most athletes dream of playing at the college level and work hard to earn scholarships. Imagine the feeling of getting an athletic scholarship offer without ever having played a game in high school. Well class of 2020 Running Back Chris Tyree knows the feeling very well. While scrolling through Tyree’s timeline you see a post…