MIAMI – Just days away from the start of summer practice and preparation for the 2025 high school football season, nearly 100 prospects headed to Ives Park for the final event of the off-season.

Fresh off two 7-on-7 events, an 8^th grade all-star game and the Miami-Dade vs. Broward High School All-Star Game, the inaugural Crib Classic Combine took place, and over four hours, student/athletes (2026-2029) tested, learned and competed with some quality coaches on hand.

With verified times and measurables by SumerSports, the event included the 40-yard dash, Broad Jump, L-Drills, Vertical Jump, Pro Agility and Athletic Profiling that colleges and universities use as a measure of overall athleticism.

With sponsors such as PRIME and Battle Sports, the athletes had the chance to compete in One-On-Ones, which is always the highlight of any combine.

In addition to the testing and competition, the Crib Classic Combine featured some big-name instructors that taught and helped the prospects learn some new things.

Among those making this event special will be former NFL standout Sheldrick Redwine (Defensive Backs), Frankie Telfort (Linebackers), Kemore Gamble (Tight Ends), Tobias Moss (Defensive Backs), Coach P (Linebackers), Cam Harris (Running Backs), Tommy Shuler and Sly Johnson (Receivers), and nationally recognized Tony Ballard (Quarterbacks).

When the day came to an end, automatic Miami-Dade/Broward Game invites were handed out to Darryl "Tre" Bell III (Miami Lakes Barbara Goleman), Brandon Kinsey (Miami Central), Morris Choice III (Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas), Santana Carlos (Pembroke Pines Flanagan), Jeffar Jean-Noel (Coi), (Plantation American Heritage) and Damani Down (Miami Norland).

Among the MVP Awards handed out for test included Ajavion Willis – Fastest Man (Miami Christopher Columbus), Wynton Jones – L-Drill (Miami Palmetto), Desmond Christian Jr. (Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna) – Vertical & Broad Jump and Miami Gulliver Prep’s Luc Carroll (Shuttle).

MVP AWARDS WERE HANDED OUT

While Kinsey was invited to the all-star game, he was also top offensive player and Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas standout Zayden Gamble took home top defensive prospect.

Miami True North Classical Academy 2027 quarterback Zac Katz was also an MVP.

“This really put a cap on a great month for the Crib Classic with two 7-on-7 events and this combine,” said Michael and Anthony Yero from Media Sponsor 305Sportss. “This event certainly attracted a lot of talent right before the start of summer camp.”

OTHERS SHINED ON SATURDAY

At every event in south Florida there are always going to be some quality talent that steps up. On Saturday, prospects such as Semajay Robinson (CB, 2027, Wellington Palm Beach Central), Jeffrey O’Neal Jr., Plantation (DB/WR, 2029), K.J. Belamour Jr., Miami Lakes Barbara Goleman (Athlete, 2028), Zamari Marquez, Fort Lauderdale Dillard (S, 2026).

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On the heels of the Crib Classic 7-on-7 events where Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna and Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace took home the titles and cash prizes, Saturday will be yet another event that will be held.

The first ever invite-only combine will bring in some of the top underclass talent from south Florida at Ives Park (20901 N.E. 16^th Avenue, Miami 33179) – starting at 9:30.

Over 150 athletes will get verified times and measurables by SumerSports. Testing will include the 40-yard dish, Broad Jump, L-Drills, Vertical Jump, Pro Agility and Athletic Profiling that colleges and universities use as a measure of overall athleticism.

With sponsors such as PRIME and Battle Sports, the athletes will have the chance to compete in One-On-Ones, which is always the highlight of any combine.

TOP-FLIGHT COACHES WILL PROVIDE INSTRUCTION

In addition to the testing and competition, the Crib Classic Combine will have some big-name instructors that will have the chance to teach and help the prospects learn some new things.

Among those making this event special will be former NFL standout Sheldrick Redwine (Defensive Backs), Frankie Telfort (Linebackers), Tony Gaiter (Receivers), Kemore Gamble (Tight Ends), Tobias Moss (Defensive Backs), Coach P (Linebackers), Cam Harris (Running Backs), Sly Johnson (Receivers), and Tony Ballard (Quarterbacks).

In addition to 305 Sportss, Battle Sports and SumerSports other key sponsors include Caribbean Market and Old Bull Athletics.

TIME TABLE

• 8:00 – 9:30 AM

Registration, Check-In & Biometrics (Group Assignments)

• 9:30 – 9:45 AM

Opening Remarks & Group Stretch

• 9:45 – 9:50 AM

Event Instructions (Station Overview + Expectations)

• 9:50 – 9:59 AM

Groups Walk to Starting Stations

• 10:00 – 1:00 PM

Combine Testing (5 Events, 5 Groups, 36-Minute Rotations)

• 1:00 – 1:30 PM

Lunch (Food Service + Recovery)

• 1:30 – 2:00 PM

Position-Specific Drills

• 2:00 – 2:30 PM

Timing and Spacing (Routes On Air)

• 2:30 – 3:30 PM

1-on-1s (WR vs DB, RB vs LB, etc.)

• 3:45 – 4:00 PM

Awards Ceremony & Closing Remark

PLENTY OF TALENT WILL BE ON HAND

When this event was born, it was designed to attract some of the best football talent that we have here in south Florida.

Prospects that are being heavily recruited by some of the top colleges and universities in the nation.

Here are a few of the prospects headed to the event:

QUARTERBACKS

CLASS OF 2026

Brandon Mincy, Pembroke Pines West Broward

CLASS OF 2027

Zac Katz, Miami True North Classical Academy

James Perrone, Miami Southridge

CLASS OF 2029

Malik Leonard, Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna

RECEIVERS

CLASS OF 2026

Luc Carroll, Miami Gulliver Prep

Mark Hanniford, Delray Beach Atlantic

King Walker, Miami Central

CLASS OF 2027

Kaden Howard, Miami Palmetto

CLASS OF 2028

Justin Barrera Jr., Delray Beach Atlantic

Tromon Isaac Jr., Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna

Aden Johnson, Pembroke Pines West Broward

Tyler Kelly, Plantation

Jason Rolle, Miami True North Classical Academy

Mykel Wade, Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace

RUNNING BACKS

CLASS OF 2026

Andre Bailey, Miami Palmetto

Anthony Carey, Fort Lauderdale Dillard

Morris Choice III, Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas

Tarvail Mathis Jr., Miami Northwestern

CLASS OF 2027

Jahnard Young, Sunrise Piper

CLASS OF 2028

K.J. Belamour Jr., Miami Lakes Barbara Goleman

CORNERBACKS

CLASS OF 2026

Kenneth Brown, Deerfield Beach

Jahmani Chin-Suer, Sunrise Piper

Alex Gammage, Sunrise Piper

CLASS OF 2027

Zayden Gamble, Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas

Tavares Ward, Miami Central

CLASS OF 2028

A’Mir Sears, Pembroke Pines West Broward

CLASS OF 2029

Jeffrey O’Neal Jr., Plantation

SAFETIES

CLASS OF 2026

Darryl "Tre" Bell III, Miami Lakes Barbara Goleman

Khamari Marceus, Miami Christopher Columbus

Zamari Marquez, Fort Lauderdale Dillard

CLASS OF 2027

Izaiah Lopez, Pembroke Pines West Broward

LINEBACKERS

CLASS OF 2026

Jordan Campbell, Miami Northwestern

Tyrel Snelling, Miami Booker T. Washington

CLASS OF 2027

Jayden Gummer, Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace

Jaytoin Thomas, Sunrise Piper

CLASS OF 2028

Zakhari Johnson, Miami Gardens Monsignor Pace

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Let’s put it in terms that real football fans will understand. If head coach Mike Smith and his defending state champion Plantation American Heritage run this overwhelming gauntlet, NOBODY in the country can claim No.1 but the Patriots. This schedule is over the top with national powers and defending state champions.

This program continues to churn out elite talent with quality coaches developing and teaching. With the No. 1 quarterback (Dia Bell) in the country, this is a year that everyone has been looking forward to since they beat Orlando Jones for the title last December in Miami.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/22 – St. Joseph’s Prep, Pennsylvania

9/5 – Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna

9/12 - @New Orleans Edna Karr, Louisiana

9/19 – Miami Central

9/26 - @Plantation

10/3 - @Pembroke Pines Flanagan

10/10 – Miami Norland

10/17 - @Southwest Ranches Archbishop McCarthy

10/24 – Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas

Fort Lauderdale Dillard. There is no getting around the fact that the Panthers were one of the surprise programs down the stretch in 2024, holding an advantage in the playoffs against eventual state champion Plantation American Heritage before losing. Plenty of talent on board as head coach Demetris Mincey and his staff continue to build this program to a state contender.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/21 – Orlando Dr. Phillips

8/29 – Fort Lauderdale Stranahan

9/5 – Oakland Park Northeast

9/13 - @Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson

9/19 - Miramar

9/25 – Riviera Beach Suncoast

10/4 - @Pompano Beach Blanche Ely

10/10 - @Lake Worth Dr. Joaquin Garcia

10/24 – Boynton Beach

11/1 – @ Deerfield Beach

Hialeah. After an 8-3 season and a district championship, head coach Tony Smith and his Thoroughbreds are back for more after a solid off-season. This is a team that is looking to take things one step further this coming season.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/21 – @Miami Carol City

8/28 - @Miami Belen Jesuit

9/5 – Doral Academy

9/13 – Miami Southridge

9/19 – Miami High

9/25 - @South Miami

10/4 – Hialeah Miami-Lakes

10/17 – GMAC Week

10/23 - @Miami Springs

Miami Norland. One of the most successful football teams over the past few years, veteran head coach Daryle Heidelburg steps aside after so many successful years at his alma mater as Tyronn Johnson moves in to take over and the Vikings are back and ready to make another push toward the state title run. Loaded with prospects and quality coaching, is this the year they get back to the state title game? The schedule is one of the most challenging in the state with three defending state champions.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/22 - @Lake Mary

8/28 - @Miami Carol City

9/5 - @Homestead South Dade

9/12 - @Miami Northwestern

9/18 - @Delray Beach Atlantic

9/25 – Southwest Ranches Archbishop McCarthy

10/3 – Cocoa

10/10 - @Plantation American Heritage

10/17 – GMAC Week

10/25 - @Plantation

Plantation. Making the state playoffs in his first year as head coach at his alma mater, Darrell Strong and his team have worked harder than anyone this off-season – and as the 2025 season is ready to unfold, the Colonels have plenty of talent – in all classes and are ready for the challenge.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/22 - @Davie Western

8/29 - @Miramar

9/5 - @Pembroke Pines West Broward

9/12 – Sunrise Piper

9/19 – Hollywood South Broward

9/26 – Plantation American Heritage

10/10 - @Southwest Ranches Archbishop McCarthy

10/17 – Pompano Beach Blanche Ely

10/25 – Miami Norland

11/1 - @South Plantation

Southwest Ranches Archbishop McCarthy. After years as an independent, the Mavericks stepped up last year and were part of one of the most competitive districts in south Florida, making the state playoffs and winning a game. First year head coach Jake Pew and his program have certainly made major strides and will use last year as a springboard to making the state playoffs once again.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/21 - @Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons

8/29 – Community School of Naples

9/4 - @Miami St. Brendan

9/12 – Miami True North Classical Academy

9/19 - @Boynton Beach Somerset Canyons

9/25 - @Miami Norland

10/10 – Plantation

10/17 – Plantation American Heritage

10/24 - @Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian

10/31 – West Palm Beach The King’s Academy

@ At the writing of this story, not all schedules were complete.

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They are six-time defending state champions and are one of the best football programs in the country every year.

The Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas Raiders and veteran head coach Roger Harriott are loaded every season – as they produce elite talent that leaves a mark at the high school level and makes their way to the next level and beyond.

With a challenging schedule once again, here is a team that starts 2025 as one of the best in the country.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/23 – Santa Ana Mater Dei, California

8/29 – Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson

9/5 - @Miami Christopher Columbus

9/12 – Davie Western

9/19 - @Hollywood McArthur

10/17 - @Coconut Creek Monarch

10/24 - @Plantation American Heritage

10/31 – Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna

Coconut Creek. The Cougars continue to build this program for another run with some new talent after a promising off-season under veteran head coach Johnnie Sloan and a quality staff. Incoming freshman class will also help to set the tone of the future.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/22 – Miramar

8/29 – Sunrise Piper

9/5 - @Davie Western

9/12 – Deerfield Beach

9/20 – Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons

9/26 - @Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson

10/3 - @Hollywood South Broward

10/10 – Delray Beach Atlantic

10/24 - @Pompano Beach Blanche Ely

11/1 – Parkland Douglas

Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy. It goes without saying that wherever veteran iconic head football coach Tim “Ice” Harris goes, winning is not far behind, and as he takes over the Lions, you can already tell that this is a program you will have to keep an eye on over the next few years. A huge off-season will usher in a year where this team will push for another state playoff appearance.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/21 – Pembroke Pines Somerset Academy

8/28 – Doral Academy

9/5 – Hialeah Gardens

9/12 – Miramar

9/19 - @Miramar Everglades

9/27 - @North Miami

10/11 – Pembroke Pines Charter

10/17 - @Lakeland Lake Gibson

10/24 - @Miami Immaculata LaSalle

10/30 - @Miami Jackson

Hollywood McArthur. New coaching staff and numerous player additions will give the Mustangs a running start in 2025, but the road will be filled with challenges and several impressive teams along the way. The objective is indeed the state playoffs, and head coach Robert Ortega returns to his alma mater with plenty of enthusiasm for a bright future.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/29 – Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna

9/5 - @Miramar

9/12 - @Weston Cypress Bay

9/19 – Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas

9/26 – Hollywood Hills

10/3 - @Deerfield Beach

10/11 - @Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson

10/17 – Fort Lauderdale

10/24 – South Plantation

Miramar. For as long as anyone can remember, the Patriots are always a team that you can almost guarantee will be in the mix – deep into the state playoffs. As A.J. Scott, his assistants and players have put in a lot of work in the off-season, attending just about everything possible, they are ready to make 2025 a success – once again!

2025 SCHEDULE

8/22 – Coconut Creek

8/29 – Plantation

9/5 – Hollywood McArthur

9/12 - @Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

9/26 – Pembroke Pines Charter

10/3 - @North Miami

10/24 – Miramar Everglades

10/31 - @Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons

Pembroke Pines Charter. The Jaguars enter the year with a new head coach (Carl Toussaint) and some new players that are ready for the huge challenge ahead with some quality district competition. This is a young team, but one that is coming off a solid off-season.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/22 - @Oakland Park Northeast

8/29 – Coral Springs Charter

9/4 – Coconut Creek North Broward Prep

9/12 -North Miami

9/19 – Cooper City

9/26 - @Miramar

10/3 - @Davie Nova

10/11 - @Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

10/16 – Miramar Everglades

10/23 – Hallandale

North Miami. After making the state playoffs and facing off with Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas in the opening round last season, head coach Gerald Cox and the Pioneers are looking to make a serious run at winning a district title. This is a program that enjoyed a very productive off-season and returns some impressive talent.

2025 SCHEDULE

8/22 – Miami Jackson

8/30 – North Miami Beach

9/5 - @Miami Dr. Krop

9/12 - @Pembroke Pines Charter

9/18 – Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian Academy

9/27 – Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy

10/3 - Miramar

10/10 - @Miramar Everglades

10/17 – GMAC WEEK

10/31 – Hialeah American

@ At the writing of this story, not all schedules were complete.

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