Once again on Monday night the South Florida High School Sports Radio Show took center stage with seven impressive guests.

Each and every week, the AM 560 WQAM radio program attracts the newsmakers in high school sports, recruiting college sports – not only locally, but throughout the country.

The show gives listeners an opportunity to hear about college football programs statewide from the media that cover them. It also focuses on the coaches who use the state of Florida – Miami-Dade and Broward Counties in particular.

The show, which has run for nearly two decades, has become a popular listen for recruiting fans as well as high school sports purists, focusing on coaches and players in all sports.

Here is a look at the way Monday went:

Headed to Eastern Michigan University next year, Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna defensive end R.J. Alphonse and his teammates are looking for a ninth straight trip to the state title game. He talked about the 2025 season.

R.J. ALPHONSE ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/rj-alphonse-defensive-end-of-chaminade-madonna-eastern-michigan-commit-e1217

On August 15^th and 16^th, the Treasure Coast Kickoff Classic will take place with Miami Norland, Miami Carol City and Miami Northwestern taking part at Vero Beach High School. Event organizer Ira Reynolds talked about the games.

IRA REYNOLDS ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/ira-reynolds-director-of-the-treasure-coast-kickoff-classic-9e9f4

The Homestead High Broncos, two years removed from the state title game, has a new coach that is familiar with south Florida football. Coach Arties Knight joined the program to talk about his new team.

ARTIES KNIGHT ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/homestead-fl-football-head-coach-arties-knight-3299b

One of the best media outlets in south Florida when it comes to Miami-Dade and Broward County coverage is 305 Sportss. Anthony and Michael Yero have developed unique video coverage of all sports and talked about it on the show.

ANTHONY YERO ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/anthony-yero-305-sports-dot-com-6b2c5

First year head coach Michael Jones and Florida Memorial University have been working hard this off-season, and it’s paid off. He talked about what to expect from the Lions football program.

COACH MICHAEL JONES ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/head-coach-michael-jones-from-florida-memorial-university-a91b9

After one season as head coach at Lenoir Rhyne University, Doug Socha has already established a winning attitude. After building a national power at Keiser University in West Palm Beach, he has brought his talents to North Carolina and spoke about it.

COACH DOUG SOCHA ON MONDAY NIGHT: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/head-coach-doug-socha-of-lenoir-rhyne-university-in-hickory-north-carolina-68d4f 

MIAMI – One week after collecting a $5,000 prize for winning the annual Tutu Atwell 7-on-7 in Liberty City, perennial 1A state champion and national powerhouse Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna took home yet another prize.

Led by incoming freshman (2029) quarterback Malik Leonard, subbing for Class of 2027 starter Tyler Chance who had to leave early for a college visit, the Lions won the $6,000 prize for winning the Second Annual Crib Classic 7-on-7 tournament at Christopher Columbus.

With a 19-14 win against 6A power Miami Southridge, the Lions capped off a solid spring and summer as new stars emerged – while veterans did their thing.

With Leonard taking home the MVP with some quality late games, the Lions were also led by Class of 2026 quarterback Darryon Jones, running backs Derrek Cooper and Elijah Hardy, and receiver Danarius Gray.

Class of 2027 running back Arwin Jackson and receiver James Klaiss Jr. – and 2028 receivers Tromon Issac and Peter Pierre.

The Lions also had some defensive standouts in 2026 defensive backs LeonZay Merzius, Daveon Black, and Sam Brown as well as linebacker Bryant Junius.

The Class of 2027 boasts John Gay III and D’Angelo Smith, and 2028 defensive backs Dwayne Ray III and Christian Davis.

The Lions’ future was also on display with Leonhardt at quarterback and other 2029 prospects Derrick Jones (Athlete) and defensive backs Maurice Wright, Sidney Milcent and Delvin Brooks.

In addition to the Lions and Spartans, other teams that took part in the day-long event included Miami Killian, Hollywood McArthur, Miami True North Classical Academy, Plantation, Coconut Creek Monarch, Miami Central, West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman, Miami Edison, Plantation American Heritage, Delray Beach Atlantic, host team Miami Christopher Columbus, defending champion Miami Norland, Hialeah Gardens Maters Academy and Miami Palmetto.

The Crib Classic is the competition arm of Beyond The Goalposts, a nonprofit organization dedicated to using sports as a way of providing young athletes with the tools they need to be successful, responsible members of their communities.

Dubbed as the New Wave of South Florida Sports, the Crib Classic hosts multiple event series in collaboration with our official media partner, 305 Sports, to give back to communities and provide unique opportunities to those in need.

Elite Miami-Dade/Broward Teams To Watch. https://larryblustein.com/news/there-are-elite-teams-in-miami-dade-broward-this-summer

MIAMI-DADE/BROWARD INFORMATION YEAR-ROUND. https://larryblustein.com/

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MIAMI GARDENS – It’s July 10^th, and with the high school football season some six weeks away, football is still taking center stage in south Florida.

With schools such as Sunrise Piper, Miramar, Miami Carol City, Hollywood South Broward, Coconut Creek and Hialeah on hand for a 7-on-7 format, linemen were getting an opportunity to learn and compete.

Football in this region of the country simply has no off switch, and when states across the country continue to compare what they do against Miami-Dade and Broward – year-round – it is indeed laughable.

Thanks to the Fellowship of Christian Athletes of south Florida and Coach Desmond Cook, six teams and several offensive and defensive linemen had the chance to get in some work – in the first of two days at St. Thomas University

From team walk through, warm up and stretch to individual and team event, there will be four practices over the two days as the competition gave many high school athletes and their coaches a huge advantage.

The Trench Warrior Camp gave athletes from the schools attending and many more the chance to elevate their game. The 7-on-7 was the perfect opportunity to gain an edge on the competition.

STARS SHINED ON THE OPENING DAY

While this has been a very productive summer for all schools in the Sunshine State, Thursday gave some prospects a chance to showcase the skills that have helped them to turn heads this spring and summer.

Among those on hand to grab some more spotlight included:

2027 – Santana Blount, WR, 5’9, 155, Miami Carol City. Ever since the beginning of the off-season, here is a gifted prospect that has had the spotlight shining brightly in his direction. There may not be a better slot route runner like this. Someone who always manages to get open and move the chains. He has a very high football IQ and his ability to make plays will certainly show up for the Chiefs in 2025. He is way beneath the radar screen, but that will not last long.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/22468691/Santana-Blount

2026 – Terrell Evans, DE, 6’5, 220, Hialeah. This soon to be a four-year starter for the Thoroughbreds is indeed one of the elite prospects in south Florida this year. Has the potential to be a major recruit -with several colleges still watching. After a productive summer, he is do for a banner year.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/20054933/Terrell-Evans

2027 – Tyler Reid, RB, 5’8, 165, Miramar. Here is one of the fastest-rising junior running backs, who brings plenty to the table. Not only is he a solid line from scrimmage runner but also can catch and is a force on special teams with his track speed. The younger brother of University of Pittsburgh starting running back and special teams standout Desmond Reid.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/20012149/Tyler-Reid

2026 – Tevin Sutherland, DE, 6’1, 225, Coconut Creek. One of the under-the-radar talents who is coming off a huge spring and summer. Coming off just a seven-game season, he has worked hard the past six months and with his quickness, length and ability to read plays, will be someone you will want to follow. Watch him perform and he never gives up on plays!

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/21846239/673a1b906b211801ac745287

2027 – Jahnard Young, RB, 5’11, 200, Sunrise Piper. While he is an unknown player in south Florida, here is someone who perhaps has the biggest upside of any running back in his class after a tremendous sophomore season at Vero Beach High. He is big, fast, powerful and is not easy to bring down. Keep your eye on his progress this season. You will be impressed.

TAPE: https://www.hudl.com/profile/17540739/Jahnard-Young

“These two days gave these young men a chance to learn and get physical, competing against some quality talent,” Cook explained. “We have been doing this for a number of years, and it is certainly still very popular.”

Elite Miami-Dade/Broward Teams To Watch. https://larryblustein.com/news/there-are-elite-teams-in-miami-dade-broward-this-summer

MIAMI-DADE/BROWARD INFORMATION YEAR-ROUND. https://larryblustein.com/

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MIAMI – It has become the event of the summer. The Crib Classic Invitation 7-on-7 football tournament.

With some of the best players and teams heading to Miami Christopher Columbus this Saturday, it is all about competition and showcase the elite football that is played in the #305, #954 and #561.

With defending state champions and nationally-rated players in action, coming away with the cash prize is the objective that several schools are excited about.

The Crib Classic is the competition arm of Beyond The Goalposts, a nonprofit organization dedicated to using sports as a way of providing young athletes with the tools they need to be successful, responsible members of their communities.

Dubbed as the New Wave of South Florida Sports, the Crib Classic hosts multiple event series in collaboration with our official media partner, 305 Sports, to give back to communities and provide unique opportunities to those in need.

It will be the second annual event that took place last year at Miami Ransom Everglades. But it is certainly not the only thing that this group hosts.

In addition to the Crib Classic Invitational, there is the Miami-Dade vs. Broward All-Star Game, 8^th Grade All-Star Game, The Crib Classic Open 7-on-7 and on July 25^th at Ives Estates Park in North Miami Dade, the first ever player combine, showcasing some of the best from the Classes of 2026, 2027, 2028 and the incoming freshman group.

This Saturday will be more than football, with several sponsors and food vendors joining in to the day-long festivities.

KNOW ALL ABOUT SATURDAY

• 8:45 am Gates Open
• 9 am - 12:55 pm Pool Play
• 1:10 pm - 4:30 pm Bracket Play
• 4:40 pm - 5:05 pm Crib Classic Championship
• 5:15 pm Awards Ceremony

 * Yuma Free Jersey Presentation.

* Haircuts awarded by The Players Lounge Barbershop.

* Cutters Catch of the Tourney.

* Champions Check Presentation.

* MVP Trophy Presentation.

THE SCHEDULE OF GAMES

• 9 am -9:25 am 

Field 1 (Group A): Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna Lions (Defending 1A state champions) vs Miami True North Classical Academy Titans (1A)

Field 2 (Group A): Plantation Colonels (4A) vs Coconut Creek Monarch Knights (6A) 0

• 9:30 am - 9:55 am 

Field 1 (Group B): Miami Central Rockets (3A) vs West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman Crusaders (1A)

Field 2 (Group B): Miami Edison Red Raiders (1A) vs Miami Killian Cougars (2A) 

• 10 am - 10:25 am 

Field 1 (Group A): Chaminade-Madonna vs Monarch 

Field 2 (Group A): True North vs Plantation 

• 10:30 am - 10:55 am 

Field 1 (Group B): Miami Central vs Miami Edison 

Field 2 (Group B): Killian vs Cardinal Newman 

• 11 am - 11:25 am 

Field 1 (Group C): Plantation American Heritage Patriots (Defending 4A state champions) vs Hollywood McArthur (5A)

Field 2 (Group C): Delray Beach Atlantic Eagles (5A) vs Miami Christopher Columbus Explorers (7A) 

• 11:30 am - 11:55 am 

Field 1 (Group D): Miami Norland Vikings (4A -Defending Crib Classic champions) vs Hialeah Gardens Mater Academy Lions (5A) 

Field 2 (Group D): Miami Southridge Spartans (6A) vs Miami Palmetto Panthers (7A) 

• 12 pm - 12:25 pm 

Field 1 (Group C): American Heritage vs Columbus 

Field 2 (Group C): McArthur vs Atlantic 

• 12:30 pm - 12:55 pm 

Field 1 (Group D): Miami Norland vs Southridge 

Field 2 (Group D): Mater vs Palmetto

Jose Duasso Talks About The Event On WQAM Radio: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/south-florida-high-school-sports-radio-5af98/episodes/jose-duasso-of-the-crib-summer-classic-d5ee3

Want to know more about the Crib Classic events or get involved as a sponsor, contact them at: https://www.cribclassic.com/

Elite Miami-Dade/Broward Teams To Watch. https://larryblustein.com/news/there-are-elite-teams-in-miami-dade-broward-this-summer

MIAMI-DADE/BROWARD INFORMATION YEAR-ROUND. https://larryblustein.com/

MIAMI-DADE, BROWARD TRANSFERS? WE HAVE THEM FOR YOU. https://larryblustein.com/news/transfer-season-off-to-a-huge-start-in-miami-dade-broward

For the past 55 years, we have spent more time on football fields than anyone in the country. From games to practices, camps, combines and 7-on-7 events, we get to as many events as possible to see the athletes LIVE. Follow us on Facebook (Larry Blustein), Instagram (OurBoyBlu) and Twitter (@PrepRedzoneFL). Contact us at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..