Vegas XXXV Class of 2020, Junior College & Transfer TOP 12 Announced!

Chris Sailer Kicking is proud to announce The Class of 2020, Junior College & Transfer TOP 12. These 12 young men proved throughout the course of the entire weekend of Vegas XXXV (January 18-19, 2020) that they belong in the elite club of THE TOP 12.

Class of 2020, Junior College (2020) & Transfer TOP 12
*in alphabetical order

Chase Allen (2020, TX)
Andrew Brown (2020, NC)
Taylor Goettie (TR, GA)
Adrian Guzman (2020, TX)
Parker Hannon (2020, GA)
Dante Jackson (2020, CA)
Jude Kelley (2020, GA)
Nick Lawson (JC, CA)
Cavan Leonardo (JC, CA)
Brandon Petruescu (JC, CA)
Cameron Shirkey (2020, OH)
Carson Zilmer (2020, AZ)

Honorable Mention: John Hoyland, Brett Money, Michael Williams, Keven Nguyen, Stockton Lund, Matt Ganyard, Damian Garcia, Axel Perez

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Announcing the 2019 Chris Sailer Award Finalists

Here are your 3 finalists for The 2019 Chris Sailer Award presented to the best place kicker in high school football (in alphabetical order)…

Cole Becker (2021, CA)
14-15 FG’s (Long 45) 31-31 Extra Points

Carter Brown (2022, TX)
15-16 FG’s (Long 49) 48-51 Extra Points

Jude Kelley (2020, GA)
19-25 FG’s (Long 54, 54, 51) 49-49 Extra Points

CONGRATULATIONS to these three fine young men! They deserve it. More details to follow. The winner will be selected by the Awards Committee and presented with the trophy on Saturday January 18th in Las Vegas, NV.

2018 Finalists: Jack Olsen, Ryan Fitzgerald & Brock Travelstead
2018 Chris Sailer Award Winner Ryan Fitzgerald (2019, GA) now kicks at Florida State

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Chris Sailer Kicking Player Spotlight – Jude Kelley

Each Friday during the football season, Chris Sailer Kicking will be publishing a weekly Player Spotlight Blog to highlight some of our best and brightest! Week 1 features Jude Kelley. Read on to learn more about Jude.

Jude Kelley at the Top 12 Camp in Burbank, CA in July 2019.

Name:
Jude Kelley

State:
Georgia

Grad Year:
2020

Check out my Chris Sailer Kicking Profile HERE

Top 5 Colleges:
1) Whoever I commit to
2) Tennessee
3) Mississippi State
4) Kentucky
5) Mississippi State

Best Game Memory:
In my junior season we played away to our biggest rivals, and I kicked a 46 yarder to put us up by 10 with just over a minute left in the game. It sealed the win for us, and was the best feeling ever as we had never beaten them before, so it meant so much for me as well as my school.

Best CSK Memory:
My best memory from my time with Chris Sailer Kicking was being named as a member of the Top 12 over this past summer in L.A. It was a really fun week, but it was also a great way to end the summer as it felt like all of the hard work from the off season had payed off.

Short Term Goal:
My short term goal is to play D-1 collegiate football at the program that fits me best, as well as earn a degree in either business or entrepreneurship.

Long Term Goal:
My long term goal is to play in the National Football League.

Something Unique we should know:
I am a three sport Varsity athlete (football, soccer, and golf) and I love Michael Jackson and the Beatles!

In 20 words or less, why should a college recruit you:
I’m confident in my abilities, I am focused on the things I want to achieve, and I thrive on competition.

Jude Kelley in action in July, 2019

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2019 GA Spring Camp – Taylor Goettie Dominates!

The 2019 Chris Sailer Kicking Spring Camp Tour is officially underway. Over the next 2 months 1000+ participants will attend Chris Sailer Kicking / Rubio Long Snapping camps in CA, TX, NC, GA, IL, WA, NJ, AZ & WA on the road to Vegas XXXIV (May 11-12). Instruction, competition, evaluation & national rankings will take place at each one of these camps. The ultimate goal is an invitation to the prestigious TOP 12 Camp that will take place in Los Angeles, CA on July 15-17.

The 2019 GA Spring Camp was absolutely loaded with talent. Nearly 200 specialists from 20+ states were in attendance ready to learn and compete. Take a look at the results…

Overall Camp ChampionTaylor Goettie (TR, GA)
Taylor continues to prove that he has what it takes to compete at any level. The transfer Punter was excellent from start to finish. He averages 45+ yards with 4.3+ hang time. He also shows the ability to hit a big time D1 ball. Taylor is an experienced and confident young man that will step in and contribute at the next level. He has 3 years to play 2.

Taylor Goettie, Champion

Field Goal ChampionHayden Olsen (2020, GA)
Hayden had his best performance at at Chris Sailer Kicking camp to date. He has been coming to camps since he was in the 6th Grade. Hayden is really starting to come into his own. He hits a great ball off the ground on field goal. On this day he went 7-7 with a long of 52 yards to win the major field goal competition. He also hit some excellent kickoffs. College football is in his future.

Kickoff ChampionCaleb Myers (2020, TN)
Caleb put on a fantastic camp. He won the major kickoff competition by hitting several balls 70+ yards with 4.0 hang time. Caleb was also dominant on field goal. He is a great looking athlete with one of the strongest legs in the nation. He is showing marked improvement from camp to camp. With this top performance, he has earned a 5-Star Chris Sailer Kicking Rating.

Top NewcomerEvan McGuire (2020, GA)
Evan stood out immediately from the start of camp and never looked back. The 6’4” lefty hits a pure ball off the ground. The ball gets up quick and he easily has 55+ yard range. His kickoffs are D1 ready right now. He averages 65+ yards with 4.0+ hang time. His best ball on the day traveled 68 yards with 4.23 hang time. Evan is also a talented Punter. He is a D1 recruit without a doubt.

Evan McGuire, Class of 2020

Class of 2019 Standouts: Taylor Goettie, Zack Nicholson, Augustin Navarro

Class of 2020 Standouts: Hayden Olsen, Caleb Myers, Evan McGuire, Brock Travelstead, Jude Kelley, Nolan McCord, Charlie Pollock, Christian Mathers, Evan Warren, Parker Hannon, Ezra King, Isaac Riffle, Jackson Kennedy, Jonmichael Elliott, Kyle Garzon, Lane Gilchrest, Luke Jenkins, Mitchell Gallucio, Nick Hill, Payton Broaddus, Richie Pekmezian, Skyler Wilson, Tanner Robbins, Ty Sherman, Wesley Pahl, Zach Grindle, Alex Romulo, Alex Hood, John Ellis Murrah, Zack Robbins, Zeke Rankin.

Class of 2021 Standouts: Kade Hensley, Tommy Day, Daniel Bethel, Marshall Nichols, Zane Smith, Connor Wood, Braeden Haynes, Dalton McGowan, Josh Lopez, Tyson Giles, Alex Papadakos, Conor Cummins, Leonardo Zuazo, Korben Waldrop, Caleb Bonesteel, David Jenrath, David Rive Vales, Pearson Bates.

Class of 2022 Standouts: Colton Boomer, Luke Brown, Trey Stephens, Will Peltz, Philip Burnett, Scott Swalley III, Walker Thorsen.

Future Stars: Harrison Brooks, Christian Silverstein, Justin Long, Guillermo Rive Vales, Owen Botts.

The 2019 Chris Sailer Kicking Spring Camp Tour will finish up in Los Angeles, CA (Sunday May 5) & Vegas XXXIV in Las Vegas, NV (May 11-12, 2019).

Visit ChrisSailerKicking.com to register and for more information. To be the best, train and compete with the best! #TeamSailer

Did you know that 50+ K/P’s that have attended Vegas Events have now signed NFL Contracts!

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Introducing the First 20 2019 TOP 12 Camp Invitees!

Well over 500 specialists attended Vegas XXXIII January 19-20, 2019. Talent from over 40 states and 3 countries attended the most popular camp in the world for Kickers, Punters & Long Snappers. The 33rd event in Las Vegas was a tremendous success. As always the #1 goal of all recruits in attendance is to make the prestigious exposure list known as the TOP 12. Here are just a few names that are part of this exclusive fraternity… Justin Tucker, Dan Bailey, JK Scott, Bryan Anger, Ryan Allen, Ryan Succop, Kai Forbath, Tress Way, Bradley Pinion, Logan Cooke, Randy Bullock, Ka’imi Fairbairn, Cody Parkey, Dustin Hopkins, Blair Walsh, Colby Wadman. The list goes on and on.

I am proud to announce the 1st 20 TOP 12 Camp Invitees that will attend the TOP 12 Camp (July 15-17, 2019). *in alphabetical order

Tabor Allen (2020, TX)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Class of 2020 Kickoff Champion, hit a 75 yard 4.04 kickoff Saturday.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Camp Accomplishments: 2017 Underclassmen Invitational Class of 2020 Kickoff Champion, 2017 Underclassmen Invitational Class of 2020 Field Goal Last Man Standing Champion, 2018 TX Summer Camp Kickoff Champion, 2018 TX Summer Camp Overall Champion.

Triston Brown (JC, CA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Saturday Last Man Standing Punting Champion, Junior College/Transfer Punting Champion, Punt Competition Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Camp Accomplishments: Hit multiple 5.0+ hang time punts at the 2018 CA Fall Camp.

Josh Bryan (2021, CA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Finished 3rd in the Kickoff Competition. Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ kickoffs Saturday. Hits one of the cleanest balls off the ground on field goal and gets more height on his ball than anyone in the country.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Camp Accomplishments: 2018 Vegas XXXI Class of 2021 Field Goal Last Man Standing Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXI Class of 2021 Kickoff Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXI Class of 2021 Punt Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXII Class of 2021 Kickoff Champion, 2018 Underclassmen Invitational Class of 2021 Punt Champion, 2018 Underclassmen Invitational Field Goal Finalist, 2018 Underclassmen Invitational Overall Field Goal Champion, 2018 TOP 12 Camp Invitee.

Tommy Christakos (2020, AZ)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ kickoffs Saturday, Nailed a 53 yard pressure field goal to earn TOP 12 Spot, Finished 7th Kickoff Competition, Finished 5th Field Goal Competition, Field Goal Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: Was a star at youth camps. Currently holds scholarship offers from: Offers: Arizona, Arizona State, CAL, Iowa State, Utah, Memphis, San Diego State, Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Air Force, Northern Arizona, Southern Utah.

Holt Cloninger (2020, NC)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Saturday Group 2 (Class of 2020) Field Goal Last Man Standing Champion, Finished 10th Kickoff Competition.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2017 Vegas XXIX Class of 2020 Field Goal Champion, 2017 Vegas XXIX Class of 2020 Punt Champion, 2017 NC Summer Camp Field Goal Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXII Punt Finalist, 2018 TOP 12 Camp Invitee, 2018 TOP 12 Day 1 Class of 2020 Field Goal Champion, 2018 TOP 12 Day 1 Field Goal Champion.

Clay D’amico (JC, CA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ Kickoffs Saturday, Hits one of the cleanest field goals in the nation.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2018 Vegas XXXI Field Goal Finalist, 2018 Vegas XXXI Punt Finalist, 2018 TOP 12 Camp Invitee, 2018 TOP 12 Camp Day 1 Field Goal Champion, 2018 TOP 12 Selection.

Ronan Donnelly (2020, CA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ kickoffs Saturday, Hit a 66, 3.89 Kickoff Sunday, Hits one of the cleanest field goals off the ground in America.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2018 CA Spring Camp Field Goal Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXII Class of 2020 Kickoff Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXII Field Goal Finalist, 2018 TOP 12 Camp Invitee, 2018 TOP 12 Camp Class of 2020 Kickoff Champion.

Kade Hensley (2021, TN)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: National Kicking Champion, Class of 2021 Field Goal Champion, Field Goal Finalist, Punt Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: Tremendous performance at the 2018 GA Fall Camp.

Jude Kelley (2020, GA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Finished 13th Kickoff Competition, Finished 16th Punt Competition, Finished 5th Field Goal Competition, Field Goal Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2018 Vegas XXXII Field Goal Finalist, 2018 GA Fall Camp Field Goal Champion, 2018 GA Fall Camp Overall Champion.

Race Mahlum (2020, CA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ Kickoffs Saturday, Finished 5th Field Goal Competition, Field Goal Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2018 Vegas XXXII Class of 2020 Punt Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXII Punt Finalist, 2018 Underclassmen Invitational Class of 2020 Kickoff Champion.

John McConnell (2021, WV)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Saturday Group 1 (Class of 2021) Field Goal Last Man Standing Competition Champion, Finished 4th Kickoff Competition, Class of 2021 Punt Champion, Punt Finalist (Final 4).

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: Tremendous performance at the 2018 NC Summer Camp earning him the #1 Punting Ranking in the nation.

Jack Olsen (2020, IL)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ Kickoffs Saturday, 2nd Place Kickoff Competition, 9th Place Punting Competition, Punt Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2018 TOP 12 Camp Invitee, 2018 IL Summer Camp Kickoff Champion, 2019 Chris Sailer Kicking 3rd Team All-American, Holds scholarship offers from: Miami (OH), Illinois State.

Sam Rayborn (2020, AL)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Hit Multiple 70+ 4.0+ Kickoffs Saturday, 4th Place Kickoff Competition, Class of 2020 Punt Champion, Punt Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: Tremendous performance at GA Fall Camp earning him top 10 national ranking as a Kicker & Punter.

Jake Seibert (2020, OH)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ Kickoffs Saturday, Scored a 10 on Field Goal, Hits the biggest ball on Field Goal off the ground in the Class of 2020.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: #1 Kicker in the nation. 2018 TOP 12 Camp Invitee, 2018 TOP 12 Field Goal Last Man Standing Champion, 2018 TOP 12 Selection.

Matthew Shipley (2020, GA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: 5th Place Punting Competition, Punt Finalist, Hit a 4.9 Punt Saturday, Hit the biggest kickoff (Class of 2020) of the day Saturday 70+ 4.26, Hits one of the best D1 balls off the ground on Field Goal in America.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: Tremendous performance at the 2018 TX Fall Camp earning him top national Kicking & Punting rankings.

Cameron Shirkey (2020, OH)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Hit several 70+ 4.0+ Kickoffs Saturday, Hit a 68 yard 3.84 Kickoff Sunday, Hits one of the cleanest ball off the ground on Field Goal in the nation.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2017 NC Spring Camp Field Goal Champion, 2018 IL Fall Camp Kickoff Champion, 2018 IL Fall Camp Overall Champion.Brock Travelstead (2020, GA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Saturday Group 4 (Class of 2020) Field Goal Last Man Standing Champion, 8th Place Kickoff Competition, 7th Place Punting Competition, 5th Place Field Goal Competition, Field Goal Finalist, Punt Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: Selected by Chris Sailer Kicking for the 2016 Class of 2020 FBU All-American Game, 2015 FBU Atlanta Youth MVP, 2016 Chris Sailer Kicking Most Improved Award (Class of 2020), 2017 Vegas XXIX Class of 2020 Kickoff Champion, 2018 Chris Sailer Kicking 1st Team All-American, Hold Scholarship offers from: South Alabama, Tennessee Chattanooga.

Reis Vernon (2020, OK)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: National Punting Champion, 3rd Place Punting Competition, Punt Finalist.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2018 Underclassmen Invitational Day 1 Field Goal Champion, 2018 Underclassmen Invitational Day 1 Punt Champion, 2018 Underclassmen Invitational Overall Punt Champion.

JJ Wadas (2020, IN)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Nailed a 53 yard pressure field goal to earn TOP 12 Spot, Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ Kickoffs Saturday, Finished 16th Kickoff Competition, Hit 67 Yard 4.03 Kickoff Sunday.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2017 Vegas XXIX Class of 2020 Field Goal Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXI Class of 2020 Field Goal Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXI Field Goal Finalist, 2018 IL Fall Camp Field Goal Champion.

James Williams (2020, GA)

Vegas XXXIII Accomplishments: Class of 2020 Punt Champion, Punt Finalist (Final 4), Hit multiple 70+ 4.0+ Kickoffs Saturday.

Past Chris Sailer Kicking Accomplishments: 2017 GA Summer Camp Field Goal Champion, 2017 GA Summer Camp Overall Champion, 2017 Underclassmen Invitational Punt Finalist, 2017 GA Fall Camp Field Goal Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXI Class of 2020 Field Goal Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXI Field Goal Finalist, 2018 Vegas XXXI Class of 2020 Punt Champion, 2018 Vegas XXXI Punt Finalist, 2018 TOP 12 Camp Invitee, 2018 GA Summer Camp Field Goal Champion, 2018 GA Summer Camp Overall Champion.These 20 Kickers / Punters are clearly well deserving of the honor of being selected to attend the 2019 TOP 12 Camp. They should be commended on their accomplishments. I understand that many other tremendous kicking and punting specialists in attendance were also deserving and can state their case as to why they are deserving over the first 20 selected. In the end, as always explained, these choices were made based on several factors and ultimately the decision of Chris Sailer.

Are you disappointed that you weren’t selected? There are two ways to go about it. You can either 1). Complain, quit and blame others for the decision, or 2). Continue to work harder than ever getting ready for Vegas XXXIV (May 11-12, 2019) and prove that you belong among the elite. Chris Sailer Kicking will select 20 more Kickers / Punters to attend the TOP 12 Camp at Vegas XXXIII. See you soon at the greatest camp on earth…. Vegas.

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2018 GA Fall Camp Recap – Jude Kelley Comes Up Big!

The road to Vegas XXXIII continued in Atlanta, GA on Sunday December 2nd. This camp featured nearly 200 specialists from over a dozen states. The talent was off the charts as multiple 5-Star Kickers and Punters were in attendance. There is no doubt that several of the athletes in attendance will challenge for a TOP 12 Spot in Las Vegas in January. Take a look at the results…

2018 Chris Sailer Kicking GA Fall Camp

 

Nearly 200 Specialists Participated in the 2018 GA Fall Camp

Overall Camp ChampionJude Kelley (2020, GA)
Jude has had a phenomenal 2018 with Chris Sailer Kicking. On this day he won the field goal competition by going 8-9 with a long of 55 yards. He also averaged 65+ yards on kickoffs with 4.0+ hang time. Jude is a tremendous competitor that does very well under pressure. He is now a 5-Star Kicker and is set to challenge for a TOP 12 Spot in Las Vegas. The future is bright for this talented athlete.

Jude Kelley, Newest 5-Star Kicker

Kickoff ChampionZaden Weber (2019, TN)
Zaden had a fantastic day from start to finish. He dominated kickoffs by averaging nearly 70 yards with 4.0+ hang time. His best ball measured 73 yards, with 4.04 hang time. The long time Chris Sailer Kicking Kicker was also fantastic on field goal. His ball gets up quickly off the ground and he has 55+ yard range. Zaden is now a 5-Star Kicker that should see major attention from D1 coaches. Look for him to dominate Vegas XXXIII and pick up additional offers (currently holds an offer from Murray State).

Punt ChampionSam Johnson (2020, AL)
Sam stood out immediately once the punting session began. He has a powerful leg and a great college level frame. Sam won the punting competitions by averaging 45+ yards, with 4.4+ hang time. His best balls measure 50+ years with 4.7+ hang time. Sam has all the tools to be a dominating D1 Punter. Look for him to compete with the best of the best at Vegas XXXIII and challenge for a coveted TOP 12 Spot.

Punt ChampionAlbert Jang (2020, GA)
Albert is an outstanding all around Kicking and Punting prospect. He is big, tall, strong and athletic. He has tremendous leg strength and D1 potential. On this day he won a major punting competition by averaging 40+ yards with 4.4+ hang time. He best ball measured 45 yards with 5.0 hang time. He is a also a talented kicker. He hits a clean ball on field goal and has 55+ yard range. His kickoffs are strong, college ready. Albert is a top national combo prospect without a doubt.

Class of 2019 Standouts: Zaden Weber, Chris Van Eekeran, Micah Hertz, Matthew Rigney, Anthony Einhorn, Ryan Castle, Sam Contorno, Rosendo Ramirez, Jack Westbrook, Weston Landry, Zach Ford, Zach Morgan, Nick Molk

Zaden Weber, Kickoff Champion

Class of 2020 Standouts: Jude Kelley, Albert Jang, Sam Johnson, James Williams, Brock Travelstead, Charlie Pollock, Conor Wallace, Hayden Olsen, Isaac Riffle, Kade Loggins, Luke Jenkins, Nolan McCord, Mitchell Galluccio, Tanner Cragun, Ryan Barrick, Jonathan Burks, Ty Sherman, Austin Hyde, Brandon Peskin, CeJ Jones, Connor Cross, Ezra King, Jenkins Peeler, John Hoyland, Johnny Crouch, Kevin Butchers, Kyle Garzon, Payton Broaddus, Wesley Pahl, Zach Grindle

James Williams is a scholarship level Kicker & Punter

Class of 2021 Standouts: Andy Borregales, Kade Hensley, Daniel Bethel, Ivan Shuran, Braeden Haynes, Caden Long, Connor Wood, Conor Cummins, Tommy Day, Drake Tabor, Dalton McGowan, Darren Bredeson, Zane Smith, Tyson Giles, Alejandro Prado, Alexander Papadakos, Avery Hipps, Carter Potts, Cooper Allan, Jack Quinones, Joshua Swearingen, Korben Waldrop, Leonardo Zuazo, Louie Jackson, Salvador Jimenez

Daniel Bethel is a top National Class of 2021 Prospect

Class of 2022 Standouts: Will Peltz, Harry Wikoff, Trey Stephens, Upton Bellenfant, Trevor Weldon, Luke Williams, Andrew Scott, Brooks Sturgeon, Landon Eaker, Landon Brabazon, Nicolas Wolf

Trevor Weldon is a solid young 2022 Kicker

Future Stars: Christian Silverstein, Grayson “Cleat” Forrest, Trace Britt, AJ Dubois, Luis Santos Torres, Robert Czeremcha

Grayson “Cleat” Forrest was the Youth Kicking Champion!

The 2018 Chris Sailer Kicking Fall Camp Tour will continue with stops in Chicago, IL (December 9), Phoenix, AZ (December 9) & Los Angeles , CA (January 13). The road all leads to Las Vegas, NV for Vegas XXXIII where the world’s best will compete for an in invitation to the prestigious TOP 12 camp. For more information on the above recruits and future camp information visit www.ChrisSailerKicking.com

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