In the world of kicking and punting, scholarships are earned, not given. One of the easiest ways to earn that scholarship – prove yourself. My advice, get yourself on the biggest stage – VEGAS. Here are 12 players that have set themselves up for the ultimate exposure. They did so by proving themselves in Vegas in January. I can guarantee every college coach in America knows these names, and every college coach in America can’t wait to see them this summer at their summer kicking camps on campus. Class of 2012 – You have a chance to earn this same honor May 14-15, 2011. Need an example……. How about Carson Wiggs (Purdue). He didn’t make the “TOP 12” in January, but came back to make the “Event Elite” in May. Now he is hitting 67-yard FG’s in Spring Games. Class of 2013, 2014, 2015 – Follow these players over the course of the next year. See you this May and see you next January in Vegas! Will you be next? PROVE YOURSELF!
MEET THE 2011………….
Meet the “TOP 12” Class of 2011
Kickers / Punters
High School: Downers Grove South
State: IL
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker
Current National CSK Ranking: #9
Current National CSK Ranking: #9
Height: 6-3
Weight: 185
GPA: 4.03
SAT / ACT:
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Purdue 2. Northwestern 3. Illinois 4. Stanford 5. Oregon
Hobbies: 1. Playing Football 2. Running Track 3. Weightlifting
Anthony Says: “The things that make me the best kicker in the country are my drive to always be the best, my leg strength, and my ability to stay cool under pressure. When my coach sends me in to make the game winning kick, my hard work both on and off the field pays off. I personally feel these attributes are very important for a kicker because everyone can make a field goal or kick the ball off in practice, but it’s a rare person who can perfect these skills in a game, I am that person”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Anthony is a special talent. He has as much potential as anyone in the nation. Could end up ranked anywhere from #1 to #20 in the nation based on his performance over the spring and summer. One to watch”!
Chris Sailer Says: “Anthony is a special talent. He has as much potential as anyone in the nation. Could end up ranked anywhere from #1 to #20 in the nation based on his performance over the spring and summer. One to watch”!
High School: Dwyer
State: FL
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker
Current National CSK Ranking: #11
Height: 6-0
Height: 6-0
Weight: 170
GPA: 4.3
SAT / ACT: 1340 / 21
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Florida 2. Wisconsin 3. Purdue 4. Duke 5. Middle Tennessee State
Hobbies: 1. Sports 2. Family & Friends 3. Beach
Bobby Says: “I am the best kicker in the country because I push myself to the highest degree possible. I believe that the talent that God has blessed me with is more than enough”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Bobby is a great kicker. He is very smooth and makes kicks with incredible consistency. Has all the tools to be a fine D1A Kicker”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Bobby is a great kicker. He is very smooth and makes kicks with incredible consistency. Has all the tools to be a fine D1A Kicker”.
High School: Episcopal
State: FL
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker
Current National CSK Ranking: #5
Height: 6-2
Height: 6-2
Weight: 175
GPA: 2.7
SAT / ACT: 1660
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. South Florida 2. Florida 3. TCU 4. Washington 5. Clemson
Hobbies: 1. Youth Group 2. Beach Volleyball 3. Soccer
Brooks Says: “I am the best kicker in the country because I perform best under pressure”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Brooks is a talented kicker that shows outstanding consistency. He is a great athlete that performs at his best under pressure. Brooks a D1 prospect without a doubt”.
High School: Olympic
State: NC
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Punter
Current National CSK Ranking: #4
Height: 6-3
Height: 6-3
Weight: 215
GPA: 4.11
SAT / ACT:
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Clemson 2. North Carolina 3. Georgia 4. Miami 5. Florida
Hobbies: 1. Sports 2. Building 3. Fishing
Cason Says: “I feel like I am the best punter in the country because I have a very strong leg and great hands. I am the starting quarterback for my team and have run the offense both my sophomore and junior seasons. I am a 2-step punter and feel that a shorter and quicker approach equals a longer and higher ball”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Cason may be the best punter in the nation. He has the size, athleticism, and potential to be #1. A big time D1A prospect that will only continue to improve”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Cason may be the best punter in the nation. He has the size, athleticism, and potential to be #1. A big time D1A prospect that will only continue to improve”.
High School: Bartram Trail
State: FL
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker and Punter
Current National CSK Punter Ranking: #1
Current National CSK Kicker Ranking: #10
Height: 6-2
Current National CSK Kicker Ranking: #10
Height: 6-2
Weight: 195
GPA: 4.43
SAT / ACT: 1190
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Miami 2. Florida State 3. Purdue 4. Florida 5. Arkansas
Hobbies: 1. Fishing 2. Boating 3. Camping
Cole Says: “I am the best combo player in the country because of my work ethic and desire to be the best at everything. I do my best, not only kicking and punting, but also in the classroom, in the weight room, and spending time with my family”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Cole is the best combo player in the nation at this point. Cole is an incredibly gifted all around player that performs well in every area. Has it all. Offer Now”!
Chris Sailer Says: “Cole is the best combo player in the nation at this point. Cole is an incredibly gifted all around player that performs well in every area. Has it all. Offer Now”!
High School: Oak Grove
State: MS
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker
Current National CSK Ranking: #15
Height: 5-9
Height: 5-9
Weight: 185
GPA: 4.0
SAT / ACT: 28
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. LSU 2. Mississippi State 3. Rice 4. Southern Mississippi 5. West Virginia
Hobbies: 1. Golfing 2. Fishing 3. Guitar
Evan Says: “What makes me the best kicker in the country ismy hard work and dedication, my character, my leg strength and speed, and my work ethic. I do anything and everything to make myself better and I strive to be the best in everything I do. I have confidence in myself and I never give up on anything”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Evan is a very good kicker that shows the potential to be the absolute best. He has a huge leg and hits one of the best balls I have seen. Evan is a big time talent that is ready to challenge the best of the best”.
High School: Arroyo Grande
State: CA
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker
Current National CSK Ranking: #4
Height: 5-9
Height: 5-9
Weight: 165
GPA: 4.40
SAT / ACT:
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. TCU 2. CAL 3. Florida 4. Duke 5. Washington
Hobbies: 1. Fishing 2. Sports 3. Friends & Family
Garrett Says: “What makes me the best kicker in the country is my work ethic on and off the field and my commitment to continuously get better each and every day with my technique and strength.”
Chris Sailer Says: “Garrett is a special talent. He is a great athlete and gifted kicker. Garrett hits a big time D1A ball. Shows perhaps the best work ethic of anyone out there. Offer Now”!
High School: Fenton
State: MI
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker and Punter
Current National CSK Punter Ranking: #2
Current National CSK Kicker Ranking: #14
Height: 6-4
Current National CSK Kicker Ranking: #14
Height: 6-4
Weight: 200
GPA: 2.8
SAT / ACT:
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Michigan 2. Miami 3. Florida 4. LSU 5. Alabama
Hobbies: 1. Golf 2. Working Out 3. Friends
Kenny Says: “I am the best kicker in the country because I am very dedicated no matter what, I am always giving 100%. My goal every day is to improve and make myself better”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Kenny is a big time combo prospect. He has the size, leg, and athleticism to excel at all positions. I project him as a big time D1A Punter/Kickoff specialist”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Kenny is a big time combo prospect. He has the size, leg, and athleticism to excel at all positions. I project him as a big time D1A Punter/Kickoff specialist”.
High School: Independence
State: TN
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker and Punter
Current National CSK Kicker Ranking: #13
Current National CSK Punter Ranking: #9
Height: 6-2
Current National CSK Punter Ranking: #9
Height: 6-2
Weight: 195
GPA: 4.15
SAT / ACT: 28
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Tennessee 2. Vanderbilt 3. Duke 4. Kentucky 5. Purdue
Hobbies: 1. Soccer 2. Coaching Kids 3. Mentoring Kids
Landon Says: “I have the best attitude among kickers throughout the country. I will do anything and everything to improve every part of my game. Not only do I strive to become the best kicker/punter combo player in the nation, I strive to become the best student-athlete in the country. I will always give 100%”.
Landon Says: “I have the best attitude among kickers throughout the country. I will do anything and everything to improve every part of my game. Not only do I strive to become the best kicker/punter combo player in the nation, I strive to become the best student-athlete in the country. I will always give 100%”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Landon has the ability to be the best of the best. He is strong, smooth, consistent, and athletic. Does well in every part of the kicking game. He has a great attitude and work ethic. One to watch”.
High School: Mayfair
State: CA
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Punter
Current National CSK Ranking: #3 Height: 6-2
Weight: 215
GPA: 2.1
SAT / ACT:
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Ohio State 2. LSU 3. TCU 4. Wisconsin 5. Oregon
Hobbies:1. Friends 2. Video Games 3. Movies
Osborn Says: “I feel that I am the best in the nation because I am focused and determined. I give it 100% each day. I am ready to work hard, compete, and contribute at the D1 level”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Osborn has as much raw talent as anyone that I have seen at the punting position in years. He has a huge leg and can hit a monster ball. The sky is the limit with hard work. One to watch”!
High School: Charlotte Latin State: NC
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker
Current National CSK Ranking: #6
Height: 6-1 Weight: 190
GPA: 3.73
SAT / ACT: 1940 / 29
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Duke 2. Purdue 3. USC 4. Virginia 5. Tennessee
Hobbies: 1. Golf 2. Music 3. Movies
Paul Says: “I am the best kicker in the nation because of my height and accuracy on field goals”. Chris Sailer Says: “Paul is simply a great kicker. He is strong, athletic, consistent, and shows an excellent work ethic. He wants it as much or more than anyone in his class. He will be a D1A standout. Offer Now”!
High School: Walsh Jesuit State: OH
Graduating Class: 2012
Position: Kicker
Current National CSK Ranking: #2 Height: 5-10
Weight: 185
GPA: 4.96
SAT / ACT: 28
Top 5 Colleges Choices: 1. Pitt 2. Ohio State 3. CAL 4. Florida 5. Stanford
Hobbies: 1. Sports 2. Friends 3. Travel
Ross Says: “I feel that my mental strength, confidence, and ability to execute with great accuracy and consistency under pressure and intense competition are a few of my best and most unique qualities as a kicker. My concentration and visualization skills help me maintain my central focus on repeatedly executing proper form and mechanics with each kick. My strong work ethic, passion, and competitive drive to be the best kicker in the country provides the necessary energy and motivation”.
Chris Sailer Says: “Ross is the best field goal kicker in the nation at this point. Hits an extremely consistent ball with great height and rotation. He can step in and play anywhere. He is a great competitor that will shine at any D1 program. Offer Now”. All information in this blog is current as of April, 2011. Click on each individual players names for more information. |
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