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Kaleb Lampkins of The Bolles School is the FL Player of the Week

Congratulations to Kaleb Lampkins of The Bolles School for winning this week’s scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week for November 21-27th!

The sophomore wide receiver and kick and punt returner has been a playmaker this season.Lampkins totaled 233 all-purpose yards, 70 receiving yards with 1 TD, 117 kick-return yards and 49 punt-return yards. Lampkins is a quick, explosive and intuitive player who has made major plays all season long.

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During the off season, Lampkins is also a member of the track and field team. The young athlete is naturally gifted with his speed but it is his work ethic and determination that set him apart. It will be fun to see what the future has in store for him.

Kaleb Lampkin and the Bolles Bulldogs play at home this Friday, November 21, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. against Raines to see who will take home the Regional Championship Title and advance to the Final 4 of the 2M State Playoffs. This will be a close match-up so be sure to watch.

Kaleb Lampkin received 6,041 votes this week, make sure you keep voting for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players throughout the state playoffs!

To view more of Lampkin’s highlights visit his scoutSMART profile online or on our free app, his Twitter, and hudl profile.

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November 22, 2022/by Lillian York

Deuntae Burgess of Mulberry High School is the Florida Player of the Week

Congratulations to Deuntae Burgess of Mulberry High School for being voted the scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week for November 14-20th!

The senior running back has been an impact player this year and has really stepped up to help the Panther’s get to their 6-4 record. Burgess has over 400 yards, 7 touchdowns and 12 tackles this season. His drive, work-ethic and discipline showed up as he bounced back from an ankle injury earlier in the season.

(Photo via twitter @deuntae_burgess)

The 6-foot, 205 pound RB will be playing in the Blue-Grey All American Bowl on January 31st in Dallas, Texas. He plans on announcing his college decision after the showcase.

We are excited to see where football takes Burgess and will be tuning in January to see him take to the field in Texas!

Deutae Burgess received more than 1500 votes this week, make sure you keep voting for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players throughout the state playoffs!

To view more of Burgess’s highlights visit his scoutSMART profile online or on our free app, his Twitter, and hudl profile.

November 15, 2022/by Lillian York

Florida Player of the Week, Recruits News

Jeremiah Rhem of Trinity Catholic High School is the FL Player of the Week

Congratulations to Jeremiah Rhem of Trinity Catholic High School for being voted the scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week for November 7-13th!

The junior 6-foot-2 linebacker from Ocala, FL has been on fire this season! He is an around impressive athlete who dominates both sides of the ball as a linebacker, strong safety and wide receiver. Rhem has 58 tackles and 11 sacks this season and has been integral to his team’s 6-2 record.

(Photo via Twitter @jayy_rhem)

On October 24th, Rhem was selected to the All-District team for District 7. Then in their game on Oct. 28th against P.K. Younge High School Rhem had a standout defensive performance with 3 sacks, 6 solo tackles and a TD reception. This secured the Celtics a 51-7 win, the district championship title and a seat in the state playoffs.

Rhem is a dynamic and skillful player who is making a major positive impact for the Celtics football program. Be sure to watch their first playoff game vs Father Lopez High School of Daytona Beach on November 18, 2022 at 7 p.m.

In the scoutSMART HQ we are excited to see what is ahead for Jeremiah and the Celtics this playoff season!

Jeremiah received more than 2745 votes this week, make sure you continue to vote for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players as the season!

To view more of Rhem’s highlights visit his scoutSMART profile online or on our free app, his Twitter, and hudl profile.

November 8, 2022/by Lillian York

Florida Player of the Week, Recruits News

Evan Tempro of Westminster Academy is the FL Player of the Week

Congratulations to Evan Tempro of Westminster Academy for being voted the scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week for October 31- November 6!

The 6-foot-4, 210 pound junior linebacker and wide receiver has been a player to watch this fall. He has 370 receiving yards, 39 tackles and 4.5 sacks this season and has truly been unstoppable. In the Lion’s game against Pine Crest on October 21, 2022, Tempro put up impressive stats with 5 catches for 72 yards, a 79 yard kickoff return for a touchdown and 4 tackles with 1 TFL.

(image via Instagram: @Evan.tempr)

Throughout the season, Tempro has been a playmaker. He was awarded on October 7th, as the Maxpreps Defensive player of the game against Bishop Snyder where he had 10 tackles, 4.5 TFL, 1 sack and he also led the team with 97 receiving yards, a TD and a 2 pt conversion. On October 14th, Tempro was recognized again as the MaxPreps Overall Player of the Game with 8 tackles, 2.5 TFL, 1.5 sacks and 3 catches for 61 yards.

Tempro is a dynamic player who is effective on both sides of the ball. He is a dependable, consistent and competitive asset for Westminster Academy’s football program. The team’s season came to a close on Friday, October 28, 2022 as the Lion’s took their second loss of the season to Jupiter Christian in the first round of the SSAC State Championship Tournament.

Tempro received more than 7,470 votes this week, make sure you continue to vote for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players as the season!

To view more of Hill’s highlights visit his scoutSMART profile online or on our free app, his Twitter, and hudl page.

October 31, 2022/by Lillian York

Florida Player of the Week, Player Recognition

Rodney Hill of Flagler Palm Coast HS is the FL Player of the Week

Congratulations to Rodney Hill of Flagler Palm Coast High School for being voted the scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week for October 24-30th!

The 5-foot-11 205 lb junior linebacker and running back is an absolute powerhouse. Hill was nominated for his outstanding performance against Nease High School on October 14, 2022 where he had a 98-yard interception return in the fourth quarter as the team rose victorious and advanced to the playoffs. Hill already has 99 tackles and 4 sacks this season.

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Hill is a dynamic, explosive, fast and smart player who works both sides of the ball with precision and skill. The 4-star talent is both a team player and playmaker with great intuition. In 2022, he was named the MVP of the Under Armour All-American Camp Series stop in Miami.

He is an impressive recruit with a 3.1 GPA and 13 offers so far from programs including the University of Tennessee, Wake Forest University, Georgia Southern, University of Pittsburgh, University of Rhode Island, University of Central Florida and Florida Atlantic University.

As we continue to watch the Flagler Palm Bulldogs and Hill compete this season we are excited to see where his football career will take him.

Hill received more than 1,700 votes this week, make sure you continue to vote for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players!

To view more of Hill’s highlights visit his scoutSMARTprofile online or on our free app, his Twitter, and hudl pages.

October 26, 2022/by Lillian York

Florida Player of the Week, Player Recognition

RB Ty Neal Voted Florida Player of the Week

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Congratulations to The Bolles School’s Running Back Ty Neal for being voted scoutSMART’s Florida High School Player of the Week for October 17-23!

The 5-foot-11 sophomore has been a force to be reckoned with this season. Neal had a standout performance Friday, October 7, 2022 against Tru Prep Academy with 12 carries for 100 yards and 3 TDs. He had incredible play with a 39 yd TD run to boost the team’s energy and bring home a win.

Neal is a promising young player to watch on and off the field. He excels in the classroom with a 4.18 GPA and spends his free time investing in his team and community. Ty Neal is a young man who is driven, determined and he is one heck of a football player. He has a bright future ahead of him and we are excited to see where his football career may take him.

Neal received more than 22,000 votes this week, continue to vote for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players!

To view more of Neal’s highlights visit his scoutSMARTprofile online or on our free app, Twitter and,hudl page.

October 18, 2022/by Lillian York

Florida Player of the Week, Player Recognition

QB Jackson Jensen is the Florida Player of the Week

Congratulations to Wharton High School’s Quarterback Jackson Jensen for being voted scoutSMART’s Florida High School Player of the Week for October 10-16!

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The 6-foot-3 junior led the Wharton offense to a 43-0 win on Friday, Sep 23, 2022 over Sumner High School with 226 passing yards and 3 TDs with one being a 39-yard touchdown pass. Jenson won the MaxPreps Offensive Player of the Game for his standout performance. In his most recent game against Newsome High School Jensen completed 24-35 passes at 68% with 340 passing yards and 4 TDs.

The impressive player has multiple D1 received offers from Ole Miss, University of Arizona, Penn State University, University of Rhode Island, and the University of Toledo to play at the next level.

Jensen is a playmaker on the field and is getting the recognition he deserves for his hard work. He has absolutely been lights out this season! We are looking forward to seeing what is next for this remarkable athlete, he is sure to have a bright future ahead of him.

Jensen received more than 950 votes this week, continue to vote for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players!

To view more of Jensen’s highlights visit his scoutSMARTprofile online or on our free app, Twitter and hudl page.

October 10, 2022/by Lillian York

Florida Player of the Week, Player Recognition

FL QB Blake Boda Is On Fire This Season

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Congratulations to Cocoa High School’s Quarterback Blake Boda for being voted scoutSMART’s Florida High School Player of the Week for September 26-October 2!

The 6-foot-4 senior has been a force to be reckoned with this season. Boda had a standout performance Friday, September 16, 2022 against Space Coast High School where he had a perfect night with 16/16, 302 passing yards and 7 TDs. Then again on Friday, September 23, 2022 he had 314 yds and 5 TDs. Boda was voted Max Preps Overall Player of the game for both performances.

The impressive player received his first D1 offer and scholarship from Bethune-Cookman University in May 2022. Followed by an offer from Shorter University in June. Boda was recognized on the 100 Elite Prospects Quarterback Position Rankings in August 2022.

Boda is a player to watch on and off the field. He excels in the classroom with a 4.1 GPA and spends his free time investing in his teammates and community. Blake Boda is driven, hard-working and has a bright future ahead of him.

Boda received more than 350 votes this week, continue to vote for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players!

To view more of Boda’s highlights visit his scoutSMARTprofile online or on our free app, Twitter and hudl page.

September 27, 2022/by Lillian York

Florida Player of the Week, Player Recognition

Mikee Varga Voted FL Player of the Week

September 19th, 2022

Congratulations to Westminster Academy’s linebacker Michael (Mikee) Varga for being voted scoutSMART’s Top Florida High School Player for Week 3.

The sophomore helped lead his team to victory on Friday, Sep 09, 2022 over St. Brendan Christian with 7 tackles, 2 TFL, 2 Forced Fumbles and Fumble Recovery. Varga was also named MAXPREPS Overall Player of the Game for his performance. In the team’s most recent game against SLAM Palm Beach, Varga put up impressive numbers with 11 tackles, 5 TFL, 2 sacks and 1 INT.

The impressive young player has a bright future ahead of him. After completing his freshman season at Coral Springs Charter School, Varga transferred to Westminster Academy where he is clearly proving himself to be a valuable and influential player on the team’s roster.

“Michael plays the game with a lot of energy and passion. He is an old-school type of player who loves to hit,” Westminster Academy’s Head Coach Ehren Wallhoff said. “I love having him on our team because he is a tough nose football guy.”

Varga received more than 1,100 votes this week, continue to vote for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players! Winners will be announced every Friday on scoutSMART’s twitter.

To view more of Varga’s highlights visit his scoutSMART profile online or on our free app, Twitter and hudl page.

September 21, 2022/by Lillian York

Florida Player of the Week, Player Recognition

QB Anthony Barbar is the Player of the Week

September 12th 2022

(image via Instagram: @anthonybarbar)

Congratulations to Westminster Academy’s Quarterback Anthony Barbar for being voted scoutSMART’s Top Florida High School Player for Week 2.

The junior captain led his team to victory on Friday, Sep 02, 2022 over Bradenton Christian with 376 yards, 2 TD’s and a 2 pt. conversion. Barbar was also named MAXPREPS Overall Player of the Game for his performance.

The impressive young player received his first D1 scholarship offer from Florida Atlantic University on September 5th, 2022. His ultimate dream is to play football at the collegiate level.

Last season Barbar was named to the Florida Class 2A All-State High School Football Team in February 2022 as QB Honorable mention. In 2021 he was named to FHSAA All-State, All-County and All-Conference QB.

Barbar is a leader on and off the field. When he is not working on his footwork and mechanics with his teammates and coaches, he works diligently to give back to his community, to better himself and walk in humility and selflessness. In his free time, Barbar volunteers with both Food for the Poor and Homes United. He is also a member of Ignite Student Leadership, Gallaway Student Leadership, and completed the Youth Leadership Broward program.

When asked what sets him apart as a leader, he said, “Being a leader is the most important part of my job as QB. Being a leader means serving my teammates and encouraging each of them to be the best they can be.” He worked hard in the offseason with his coaches to grow as a player and we are looking forward to watching him and the rest of the WA Lions compete this season.

Barbar received more than 4,300 votes this week, continue to vote for scoutSMART Florida Player of the Week to recognize your favorite players!

To view more of Barbar’s highlights visit his scoutSMARTprofile online or on our free app, Twitter and hudl page.

September 21, 2022/by Lillian York