High School Football Recruiting: Holy Cross High School

Josh Sibley played football for approximately thirteen years. He is now a scout with Louisiana Gridiron Football and is currently scouting high school level talent throughout Louisiana. He hopes to help recruits reach their full potential and get to that next level of play.

 

Holy Cross High School is located in New Orleans, LA. Last season they finished with a district record of 5-2 and an overall record of 5-4.

 

Merlin Seminary          Size|6| Speed|5| Strength|7| Technique|4| Hands|6| Overall|5.6|

JR FB/TE

Height: 6.0

Weight: 220

3 Star Recruit

 

Positives

  • Good strength

Negatives

  • Footwork

Overall

Merlin has good strength and plays until the whistle. He should look to concentrate on his footwork and his blocking technique more during the off season. Could be a DI FCS or DII prospect. Here is a link. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/5438825/5a255e1402bc3811fc9b95c3

 

Dru Stephens          Size|6| Speed|7| Strength|4| Technique|8| Hands|8| Overall|6.6|

JR CB

Height: 5.11

Weight: 150

4 Star Recruit

 

Positives

  • Good speed
  • Hands

Negatives

  • Bulk

Overall

Dru has great hands and excellent closing speed. He does need some additional bulk however. He has the ability to high point the ball and can win most 50/50 balls. He is a good run support CB as well. Could be a DI FBS or FCS prospect. Here is a link.  https://www.hudl.com/video/3/9353617/5a06a8479a91200ccc852d11

 

Nolan Hettmeier          Size|3| Speed|4| Strength|7| Technique|7| Hands|1| Overall|4.4|

JR K

Height: 5.09

Weight: 155

2 Star Recruit

 

Positives

  • Good strength

Negatives

  • Bulk

Overall

Nolan has a strong leg, and was an accurate kicker this past season. He should look to add some extra bulk during the off season as this could help driving kicks further downfield. Nolan starts his kicks at the snap of the ball, and not the arrival. Could be a DI FBS or FCS prospect. Here is a link. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/8610589/5a39a2df02b1f405b8ba938c

 

Austin Wehrlin          Size|6| Speed|7| Strength|7| Technique|6| Hands|6| Overall|6.4|

JR T/G

Height: 6.02

Weight: 270

3 Star Recruit

 

Positives

  • Good strength

Negatives

  • Size

Overall

Austin has good strength and speed. However, he does need additional bulk, and he should concentrate on his footwork during the off season. he has the ability to get to the next level in blocking and keeps defenders in front of him. Could be a DI FCS or DII prospect. Here is a link. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/5283021/59dade02578eb80d54214902

 

Grant Jenny          Size|6| Speed|6| Strength|7| Technique|7| Hands|7| Overall|6.6|

JR C

Height: 6.03

Weight: 255

4 Star Recruit

 

Positives

  • Good strength

Negatives

  • Bulk

Overall

Grant has good strength and the ability to get to the next level in blocking. However, he needs additional bulk, and could practice his hand placement drills more during the off season. He has a quick accurate shotgun snap and the ability to drive defenders off the ball. Tends to play with a mean/nasty streak. Could be a DI FBS or FCS prospect. Here is a link. https://www.hudl.com/video/3/5438809/5a9f57700660a20db00217c3

 

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